Special Occasion MakeupGot something worth getting dressed up for? Whether it’s a photoshoot, school ball, birthday, or just a night where you want to feel incredible, I’ve got you.
Relaxed, beautiful makeup for your best day.
Wedding, elopement and special occasion makeup based in Queenstown and Wanaka.
Available across Central Otago and beyond.
A makeup artist dedicated to Making you feel like you.
I’m Laura, a Queenstown and Wanaka-based makeup artist who believes the best makeup is the kind that makes you feel completely yourself. My job isn’t just about the look (although we’ll absolutely nail that). It’s about making your morning calm, easy, and genuinely enjoyable, with plenty of laughs along the way.
And having just been married myself, I know exactly what those wedding-day emotions feel like: the excitement, the nerves, the happy tears, the butterflies, and the “is this really happening?” moments. I’ve just been in your shoes, so I get it. I know how quickly the morning flies by, how many things are happening at once, and how important it is to have someone there who can keep you relaxed, laughing, and feeling like everything is under control. I’ve got you.
With over 16 years of experience across weddings, film, and television, I bring a relaxed energy, plenty of experience, and a good dose of fun to every booking. Whether it’s a mountaintop elopement in Cecil Peak or a full bridal party getting ready in Arrowtown, I’ll make sure you feel beautiful, comfortable, and ready to enjoy every moment of your day, because you’ve got a wedding to enjoy, not a morning to stress about!
Freelance Makeup Services
From wedding mornings and intimate elopements to school balls, black-tie events, and on-set work for film and TV, I bring professional hair and makeup to you, wherever you are. While I'm based in Queenstown and Wanaka, I travel across Central Otago.
Wedding & Elopement MakeupSoft, natural, or something bolder? I work with brides and bridal parties across the district to create a look that’s as timeless as the day itself.
Kind words from clients:
"Laura is amazing! very professional and talented! loved her! 5 stars for sure!" - Qiangmu
Kind words from clients:
"Super professional and organised, and uses really good quality products. Thanks Laura!" - Isobel
Kind words from clients:
"Laura listens to instructions, gives helpful advice and suggestions and does amazing makeup. Definitely recommend." - Linda
Kind words from clients:
"My Mum, aunt and I used MakeMeUp last year for make up for a family wedding, highly recommend, so professional and helpful!" - Katie
Let’s make your day beautiful. Book your event makeup with Laura today
Based in Queenstown, I travel to weddings and elopements across Wānaka, Glenorchy, Arrowtown, Hāwea, Cromwell, Alexandra, Kingston, Southland, and sometimes throughout New Zealand. International booking enquiries are welcome - I may even make a holiday out of it!
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