Sophie Ryan

I'm a Professional Hair and Makeup Artist In The United Kingdom

About Me

About Me

A look at my talents, education and recent experiences in the makeup industry.

Summary

Sophie Ryan

Innovative and highly creative hair and makeup artist with a passion for media makeup with 2 years of experience. I strive to be the best makeup artist I can be and am always open to new opportunities to work and learn new skills.

  • Email - ​Sophie.ryan851@googlemail.com

Education

BA(Hons) Degree in Specialist Hair and Media Makeup

2023 - Present

Currently, I am learning specialist skills from experienced lecturers such as Period Hair and Makeup, Character and Prosthetics Makeup, and Sculpture and Design. I have recently been awarded 2 Inspire awards for my reputation and engagement.

VTCT Level 3 Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair and Media Makeup

2021 - 2022

NSCG Stafford College

I developed the knowledge, understanding and skills to provide a wide range of creative make-up services in theatre, film and television, fashion, editorial and photographic settings.

VTCT Level 2 Hair and Media Makeup

2020 - 2021

NSCG Stafford College

I was awarded the Student of The Year Award for my high standard of work and determination while attending this course and through it, I developed fashion and photographic makeup techniques, and creative hair stylings.

Professional Experience

Hair and Makeup Artist

March 2024

New Life and Lilac Films

  • Hair and Makeup Artist for marketing for the charity New Life, the images have been featured on their website and in-store. Working with numerous models of all ages, skin types and tones.

Makeup Artist

February 2024

NHS and Lilac Films

  • Makeup Artist for a Film for the Midland Partnership NHS Foundation Trust- Children's Learning Disability Team, Staffordshire. Working with a videographer and interviewer, on location.

Special Effects Makeup Artist

October 2023

Sandbox VR

  • Special Effects Makeup for numerous actors, for a Halloween promotional campaign for Sandbox VR. I worked in a team with a videographer, actors and a marketing team.

Hair and Makeup Artist

August 2023

ITG Capture Studio

  • Lifestyle Hair and Makeup work for an advertisement campaign to be used on website and social media, for Team ITG and Nutrivitality. I worked with a team of models, a photographer, marketing team and a producer.

My Services

My Services

Photographic and Editorial

I have expericence providing a range of editorial and photographic makeup services for various photography companies who are in need of a makeup artist for photo shoots.

Beauty and Fashion

I will create a perfect look for you that will fit your individual style and personality. Perhaps you’ve got an upcoming event, I will provide you with a professional, polite and friendly service.

Special Effects

I can provide services for any production or photo shoot that requires special effects. I have provided special effects makeup for a number of promotions, photo shoots and productions.

Prosthetics and Life Casting

I am capable of making and designing various prosthetics or life casting to accompany any production, and have had experience creating prosthetics for work with special effects.

Shannon Elizabeth

Photography

Sophie is very friendly and down to earth, something you don’t always get when you work in a professional environment. She creates amazing looks on my models which elevates the images I produce as a photographer. She is definitely my favourite makeup artist to work with!

Sophie K

Model

Sophie was a pleasure to work with! She delivered a number of looks that I absolutely loved and was always on hand to tweak things when needed. 100% recommend.

My Portfolio

My Portfolio

Some examples of my work for Film & Photography.

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Viking

Character Makeup

Viking

Character Makeup

Skate

Short Film

Skate

Short Film

Shark bite

Prosthetics

Sculpture Board

Sculpture and Design

Acid Burn

Prosthetics

Commercial Work

Nutrivitality

Commercial Work

Nutrivitality

Commercial Work

Nutrivitality

Birmingham Fashion Weekend

Photographer- Daniel Heathcock

Birmingham Fashion Weekend

Photographer- Daniel Heathcock

Birmingham Fashion Weekend

Photographer- Daniel Heathcock

Birmingham Fashion Festival

Photographer- Andrew Llewellyn

Birmingham Fashion Festival

Photographer- Andrew Llewellyn

Birmingham Fashion Festival

Photographer- Andrew Llewellyn

Birmingham Fashion Festival

Photographer- Andrew Llewellyn

Birmingham Fashion Festival

Photographer- Andrew Llewellyn

Medium Shot

Photoshoot

Full Shot

Photoshoot

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Photoshoot

Close Up

Photoshoot

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Photoshoot

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Photoshoot

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Photoshoot

Medium Shot

Photoshoot

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Photoshoot

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Photoshoot

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Photoshoot

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Photoshoot

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Photoshoot

Medium Shot

Photoshoot

Viking Style

Music Video

Prosthetic Work

Short Film

Prosthetic Work

Short Film

Special Effects

Short Film

Close Up

Photography

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Photography

Medium Shot

Photography

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Photography

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Photography

Close Up

Photography

Close Up

Photography

Close Up

Photography

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Photography

Medium Shot

Photography

Close Up

Photography

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Photography

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Photography

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Photography

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Photography

Candy Cane Elf

Film

Cut Off Finger

Film

Face Paint Cut

Film

Frost Bite

Film

Icicle Look

Film

Scar Wax Burn

Film

Wolf Scratch

Film

Contact Me

Contact Me

If you require any further information, please feel free to contact me.

Social Profiles

Email Me

​Sophie.ryan851@googlemail.com