Makeup for me is not about masking my clients features. I want to enhance the beauty that’s already there. I want to make them feel the most beautiful, confident version of themselves.

Hi! I’m Clare. A professional, freelance makeup artist living in the beautiful County Wicklow. I specialise in bridal and occasion makeup and I’m passionate about all things makeup, beauty and style.

I won Best Makeup Artist in the Mrs2Be Brides Choice Awards in 2014 and was also a finalist in 2016 and 2017.

If you would like more information on my bridal or occasion packages you can get in touch through the contact form or drop me an email on clare@clarehogan.ie I’d be delighted to hear from you!

Why not come say hi on Instagram and Facebook too!

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S C U L P T E D : A little highlight of the @sculptedbyaimee Makeup Artist Meet-Up last Sunday ✨

Working as a freelance makeup artist you get to work with lots of hairstylists, photographers, florists and other suppliers but rarely do you get to hang out with other mua’s so when @aimeeconnolly_com announced she was holding an event just for us I was there. Of course the fact that she brought the fabulous @katiejanehughes and @hannahmartinmakeup over to do some some demos and had the wonderful @lesleykeanemac join them for a panel discussion there was no way I was missing it. A really lovely day spent catching up with fellow artists, watching some stunning makeup looks being created with lots of great tips and discussions. So much talent in one room 👌🏻
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Z A R A : One of my @powerscourthotel brides last year… simple, polished, fresh makeup to compliment her fabulous linen dress and hair bow. Working alongside my wedding pal @michelleoharehair 💕
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K A T Y : A dreamy bride and that dreamy winter sun streaming in ✨

Already officially married, herself and groom Tom we’re having a big wedding party to celebrate with family and friends in the gorgeous setting of their family farm in Ashford. Lots of laughs and lovely working again with @airbrushmakeupie.
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N I C O L E : All the Autumn feels for the last @trudderlodge wedding of the season 🍁 From the gorgeous October sun streaming in all morning to the fabulous bouquets created by the floral genius Camelia from @austenflowers. So lovely to be working alongside @hairbymartinaking and @sbyrnephoto behind the camera, can’t wait to see the pics ✨
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L A U R A : My @tinakilly_country_house_hotel bride on Friday. Lots of chat and laughs with @denisedoeshair and her beautiful flowers were created by @theirishflowerfarmer.
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S U M M E R S K I N : Makeup that still allows your true beauty to shine through… freckles, flushed cheeks, subtle shadow and liner to enhance those fabulous blue eyes. One of Natalie’s gorgeous bridesmaids mid morning prep 💕
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N I A M H : Last Friday in @trudderlodge was a wet one, but it certainly didn’t dampen the spirits of this chilled bride and her gorgeous friends and family. Beautiful pops of colour in the flowers by @austenflowers, the flower girl’s converse, Niamh’s fabulous @nickihoynecollection shoes 💕 and bridesmaid Zara’s blue dress was her ‘something blue’ 💙
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Hair @shelly_bridal_hair
Photography @nbphotodesign
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C I A R A : Last weekend in @trudderlodge. A fabulous and chilled group of ladies. Always a pleasure having @helenmoloneymakeup working along side me, @scottaoreilly on hair and the stunning flowers by @austenflowers 🌸
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S U M M E R : A love affair that started during lockdown and has become a bit of an obsession… I’ve been slowly adding to my collection of plants and flowers and the results are so worth it 🥰 it takes time and work keeping it maintained but no better excuse to get out in the fresh air and switch off 👌🏻
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N A T A L I E : A magical morning spent making up these 5 beauties in @trudderlodge on Saturday. Banging tunes, plenty of laughs and most importantly the rain stayed away, what more could you want! ✨
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Z A R A : Simple, chic & elegant ✨ this weekend at @powerscourthotel with @michelleoharehair 💕
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J O S E P H I N E : My @trudderlodge bride from a few weeks ago. Radiant and bursting with happiness ready to walk down the aisle. Such a lovely morning with this German beauty and her family and friends and @siansharkeyhairstylist styling her fabulous locks ✨
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A blissful walk in the gorgeous Belmount Demense in Greystones today. After so much rain and cold temperatures over the last month it finally felt like summer is just around the corner and I’m so ready for it 😎☀️
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#wicklow #spring #summervibes #sunshine #walk #nature #sundays #flowers #familytime
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B A S E : I’ve always been a minimalist base lover, I just don’t like layers and layers of heavy makeup and over the last 3 years I’ve become more accustomed to very little makeup. However I do like to use some strategically placed product to brighten and even my skin and these 3 products have been my go to for the last few months…

1. @charlottetilbury Wonder Glow:
I’ve been using this since it launched and I absolutely love I. I use it on its own, under foundation or mixed with my foundation for a more sheer finish. A staple in my makeup bag for the foreseeable 💕

2. @narsissist Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser:
Such a lovely base, buildable but light and has a gorgeous finish ✨

3. @ayumakeupireland Instant Under Eye Concealer:
I picked this up at Christmas after seeing lots of great reviews and it didn’t disappoint. A gorgeous creamy texture that blends really nicely and I use it all over, not just under the eyes. Anywhere that needs a little correction. Will definitely be picking up another shade for the summer months 👌🏻
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B R I D E S M A I D : Dreamy skin and a polished eye and lip ✨
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H O L L Y W O O D ✨ E Y E S :

My most used eyeshadow palette at the moment is the @charlottetilbury Hollywood Flawless Eyes Filter. This is the ‘Star Aura’ quad and the shades are so wearable and pretty. Softer shades for day time or a more subtle eye and the darker shade is perfect for adding some drama and depth. Unfortunately these are currently out of stock but hopefully will be restocked 🤞🏻
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B R I D G E T : Looking back on a hot August day with this stunner… her smile says it all! A fabulous morning in @trudderlodge with @kristinortizhair ✨
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R O I S I N : I was back in @ballybeghouse last weekend for another Roisin and a beautiful bride she was. Such a relaxed morning with her mum and two bridesmaids and check out her stunning dress. ✨ One of my favourite people to work with, @clairebarryhair was on hair duty 👌🏻 and @pairsandpeaches created her magnificent bouquets 🌸
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L A U R A : Happy 1st Anniversary to this beauty ✨

Photo: @clairebyrneweddings
Hair: @siansharkeyhairstylist
Dress: @spellboundbridal
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W I N T E R G L O W : It’s that time of year when I have the house full of candles and that warm, soft, flickering light fills the room ✨ one of my favourites is the Lavender + Eucalyptus from @cleanslate.ireland. The packaging pleases the designer in me and the smell is divine. What’s not to love!!
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