About Me

The first thing you should know about me is that I am absolutely passionate about my job. I love it!! In fact, I don't see it as work but my true vocation.

From a very young age I have had a passion for the beauty industry and make up. My career in the industry began 12 years ago when I was lucky enough  to work for one of the most prestigious and well known salons in The Cotswolds, where I qualified and then soon became the senior make up artist within the salon. I moved to the West Midlands 8 years ago and set up as a freelance make up artist immediately. Over the years I have had the pleasure of working on many styles and themes from 1930's weddings, to hen nights, fancy dress, birthdays as well as many traditional weddings. I have built up an excellent reputation (testimonials are available) as an honest, reliable make up artist who treats every occasion with the same passion and focus. Most of my work comes from recommendation alone.

Being involved with someone on their special day is a privilege and one I take an enormous amount of pride in. I would love to come and meet with you to discuss your requirements, whatever they may be.

Please don't hesitate to call me.   

Testimonials

"Now it has all calmed down a bit I wanted to say a massive thanks for doing my wedding make up! I had so many compliments on the day and I will be recommeding you to others. Hope to have an excuse to use you again in the not too distant future." - Mrs Veale

“My initial tentative enquiry asking for help with cast make-up for a film project was rewarded with a positive response from Portia. She exceeded my expectations by attending both days filming and transforming the leading lady from ordinary into special. I cannot recommend Bellas Beauty highly enough, thank you again Portia.” -Richard Brown, Film Maker

“I was so pleased with my wedding makeup in April 2009. Portia listened to what I wanted and advised me as to what would work for me. I had so many compliments on the day not only about my dress but about my beautiful make up. Thank you so much Portia for making my special day even more amazing, I wish I had you on hand every morning!!” - Carrianne Devereux

“Thank you so much my make-up looked amazing” - Sophie Green

“The make-up looked fantastic and lasted all day, we cant thank you enough.” - Laura Cook

“You were so much more than a make-up artist, thank you for all your help.” - Fran Taylor

“Everyone was so pleased with their make-up. A huge thank you.” - Rachel Wheeler

“I had the most wonderful day and was so pleased with my make-up. I had so many compliments. I just wish you could do my make-up every day.” - Jessica Owen

“Just to say a big THANK YOU for doing an amazing job on the wedding makeup – we were all very impressed. The make up lasted throughout the entire day and looked amazing on the photos so thank you very much!!”- Bonnie Worth