Hi, I’m Ana

The artist who listens first and creates second — because the best makeup starts with really understanding you.

Work with me

Bridal · Events · Pageant · Kids · SFX · Editorial

Ana Jackelin, London makeup artist
Ana Jackelin at work on a client in London

Why I do this

I’ve loved makeup for as long as I can remember — not as a mask, but as a way of helping people feel genuinely, visibly themselves. There’s a moment in every appointment where a client looks in the mirror and something just clicks. That moment is why I do this.

I trained formally at two London colleges because I wanted to be able to say yes to everything: the bride who wants luminous and natural, the performer who needs a full prosthetic character, the five-year-old who wants to be a butterfly. Six services, one artist, one consistent level of care.

I’m based in London and I travel across all 32 boroughs. I work solo so every client always gets me — not an assistant, not a stand-in. The best work comes from really listening, and I never stop until you feel genuinely amazing.

Me at work

Real moments from real shoots, weddings, and pageant prep. This is what working with me looks like.

Ana Jackelin at work, London makeup artist — behind the scenes 1
Ana Jackelin at work, London makeup artist — behind the scenes 2
Ana Jackelin at work, London makeup artist — behind the scenes 3
Ana Jackelin at work, London makeup artist — behind the scenes 4
Ana Jackelin at work, London makeup artist — behind the scenes 5
Ana Jackelin at work, London makeup artist — behind the scenes 6

My qualifications

London College of Beauty Therapy (LCBT), Shoreditch

Level 2 Diploma — Hair and Media Make-Up

City & Guilds qualification, Ofsted-rated Good. Covers day, evening and special occasion makeup, photographic makeup, lash and brow, hair styling, body art and client care.

Completed

Capital City College, London

Level 3 Diploma — Theatrical, SFX, Hair and Media Makeup

Covers theatrical character makeup, SFX and prosthetics (casting and moulding), airbrush, media and editorial, hair styling for performers, and fashion and photographic work.

In Progress

Sculpted by Aimee

Bridal Masterclass — 2024

In-person bridal makeup masterclass with Aimee Connolly’s team.

Completed

MAC Cosmetics

Pro Artist Masterclass — 2023

Professional artistry masterclass led by MAC Pro educators.

Completed

Charlotte Tilbury

Professional Makeup Workshop

Hands-on professional workshop led by Charlotte Tilbury educators.

Completed

How I work

01

I listen first

Before I pick up a single brush, I want to understand you. Your event, your style, how you want to feel. The best looks come from that conversation, not from a template.

02

I create with care

Every product is chosen for your skin type and tone. Every technique is adapted to your features. I use my formal training to make considered decisions, not guesses.

03

You always leave feeling amazing

That’s the standard I hold myself to on every booking. Not just looking great — genuinely, confidently, joyfully yourself. That’s the whole point.

What my clients say

“Ana made me feel so at ease on my wedding morning. The look was exactly what I had in my head, and it lasted all day without touching up once.”

Sophie R.

Bridal Makeup, London

“She was incredible with my daughter. Patient, fun, professional — the look was stage-perfect and my daughter felt like a star.”

Victoria M.

Pageant Makeup, London

“Every child left with the biggest smile. The face paints were beautiful and Ana was so patient and brilliant with the kids.”

Jen T.

Kids Face Painting, London

Ready to work together?

Tell me your date, your service, and a little about what you’re imagining. I’ll get back to you within 48 hours.

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