Face2Face Makeup Awards reward extraordinary makeup artists for their craft, creativity, and passion. Created to be embraced by artists as a supportive and inclusive space to put their skills under the pressure of competition, the Awards provide a platform to grow as an artist at any level.
Learn a little about our judges who have already been in your shoes.
Isabelle De Vries
Makeup Artist and Creative Director of theFace2Face Awards
Internationally recognised, multi-award-winning makeup artist & Isabelle De Vries challenges trends and stereotypes of beauty and has gained recognition from the industry’s elite.
Isabelle specialises in editorial makeup, as well as makeup for; beauty, runway, bridal, and advertising, and has established herself as the “Gloss Queen” and started the trend “Buttery Skin” as seen in Allure & Glamour Magazine to name a few. As an educator, Isabelle is fun, hands-on, and down-to-earth. Her Signature Masterclass has taken her to L.A., NYC, London, France, and Croatia as well as presenting as a guest artist in Lithuania for “The Makeup Lovers Festival” and in NY for “The Makeup Show”.
Isabelle is excited to be the New Creative Director of the 2025 Face2Face Awards.
A true creator & innovator of her art, Isabelle De Vries has become a household name in the industry.
Pearlin McCarthy
Multi-Award Winning Hair & Makeup Artist
Pearlin McCarthy is a Perth-born hair and makeup artist with over 20 years of experience, well known in the bridal industry for both hair and makeup. She specializes in bridal, special events, and creative makeup, with a reputation for her signature Hollywood Waves, earning her the title of one of Perth’s “Wave Queens.”
A multi-award-winning artist, Pearlin has won numerous national competitions, including Australian Bridal and Special Event Makeup Artist of the Year (2023) and Bridal Hairstylist of the Year (2024). Her expertise keeps her in high demand, with bookings secured well in advance.
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Martha Mok
Multi-Award Winning Hair & Makeup Artist, Trainer & Super Confidence Coach
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Martha Mok is a highly acclaimed hair and makeup artist, known for her exceptional skill and passion for sharing her expertise with others. Her reputation as an international trainer has taken her to many corners of the globe, where she has exchanged knowledge and ideas with clients and fellow artists alike. Martha has a particular flair for Asian and mature makeup techniques, and she is devoted to empowering women of all ages to feel confident and beautiful. With numerous awards and accolades to her name, Martha's talent and commitment to her craft make her a sought-after artist and educator in the beauty industry.
Brooke Clarke
Award-winning Makeup Artist, and Educator
With over 12 years of experience, Brooke Clarke is an award-winning makeup artist, educator, and creative director known for her exceptional work across fashion, editorial, and creative makeup.
As the owner of a thriving makeup studio staffed by a talented team of five artists, Brooke leads with both artistry and vision. Her career highlights include winning Editorial Makeup Artist of the Year alongside more than ten other prestigious industry accolades, celebrating her innovation, precision, and ability to transform faces into works of art.
Shylie is a highly acclaimed, award-winning artist and visionary Creative Director whose work stands at the intersection of imagination and technical mastery. With an extensive background in cinemagraphic and fantasy design, she specializes in the intricate worlds of SPFX, character development, and prosthetic makeup. Her expertise is not limited to aesthetics alone; she is a master of comprehensive costume design, ensuring every character she touches is realized with "head-to-toe" precision and narrative depth.
Jordan Liberty
Creative Director and Makeup Artist, Photographer, global educator, and Personality
Jordan liberty is an LA-based creative director and makeup artist, photographer, global educator, and personality represented by rebel brand management, and founder of creative agency liberty republic. in addition to producing best-in-class campaigns, creative work, and social content, his background in digital marketing, branding, and product development catalyzed his reputation as a consultant
Chereine Waddel
Makeup & Hair Artist, Educator, and Author
Chereine Waddell is a highly experienced and accomplished makeup artist, educator, and published author with 20 years of industry expertise. Her exceptional talent has earned her numerous accolades, including two Australian Makeup Artist of the Year awards, three Creative Makeup Artist of the Year titles, one State Makeup Artist award, and Beauty Makeup Artist of the Year recognitions.
With a holistic approach to her craft, Chereine seamlessly transitions between beauty, commercial, TV, runway, and editorial work. She collaborates with esteemed professionals in the hair, fashion, and beauty industries, and her work has been featured in renowned publications such as Elle China, Vogue Italia, In Style, Culture, Oyster, Peppermint, Black, Laud, The Journal, Lucy, Pap, Factice, Vulkan, Rebel, Schön, and many more.
In addition to her artistic endeavors, Chereine is a dedicated advocate for sharing knowledge and has played an important role in education throughout her career. Over the past 12 years, she has served as a Make-Up Educator in various private and public makeup colleges, mentoring aspiring artists and nurturing the next generation of talent. She frequently collaborates with esteemed education clients, including International Makeup Lovers, Studio 10, TAFE NSW, Pedestrian TV, Secret Fox Education, Beauty Expo, and The Show Sydney.
