Alice Boxall-Knowles is a fully qualified makeup artist and hair stylist specialising in bridal, commercial, editorial and VIP projects.
UK based artist Alice, launched ABK Makeup & Hair in 2014 following her photography degree from Portsmouth University and has since built up a team of 40 handpicked freelance artists ranging from assistants to professional artists who share the same vision and skills as Alice. Much of Alice’s younger life was dedicated to being creative and was first introduced to the industry whilst working at various hair salons, including her mums, from the age of 12.
Alice graduated from The Academy of Freelance Makeup in Soho in 2015, and has been enjoying her success as a brand ever since. Alice is renowned not only for her iconic soft glam and dewy look, but also is passionate about enhancing clients natural beauty and ensures clients leave feeling confident and the best version of themselves. Her passion, creativity and infectious personality also means she brings a positive and energetic attitude to any project or shoot.
9 years since launching, ABK’s portfolio is focused on exciting celebrity, brand & wedding based projects, however, the ABK team is split based on skills and experience and can cover all remits of makeup & hair styling – regardless of brief! Commercial and editorial includes work for powerhouse broadcasting companies such as, Disney, Sky, ITV, MTV and Channel 4 as well as international brands such as Nike, Adidas, Levi, Tatler, River Island and H&M. Alice’s experience with VIP & Celebrity clients includes work with Vogue Williams, Sian Welby, Tony Blair, David Cameron, HRH Prince Michael of Kent, Stephen Hawking as well as private VIP clients.
Whilst all divisions across the brand are personalised, the bridal service ABK offers is unlike any other. Alice and the bride work closely over various consultations and trials to ensure that the final look is tailored and developed to exceed all expectations of the bride and bridal party. As the brand and Alice’s experience has grown, Alice is now on a mission to ensure that her kit is all cruelty free to not only ensure kindness to the environment, but your skin too.