MEET ABBIE

Freelance Makeup Artist since 2006

Abbie has a wealth of commercial experience in the makeup artist industry. Abbie loves the creative aspect of makeup and is often hired to create looks for Fashion Designers or top Hairdressers which has taken her overseas for various shows and competitions.

Abbie is very passionate about makeup education and mentoring many new makeup artists towards their own careers in an industry that is thriving. She works closely with her Private Clients and Brides, she has a calm, kind demeanor and knows the importance of special occasions. Abbie offers Eyeliner Tattooing, Beauty Spots and Scalp Micro Pigmentation (SMP) cosmetic tattooing services in Central Auckland.

Some stand out highlights for Abbie were meeting Oprah while working on ‘An Evening with Oprah’ applying makeup for Oprah’s DJ, DJ Fuzzy for their live performance. She also designed and applied the makeup for Lorde in her debut song ‘Royals’ that has had over 800 million views. But the aspect that gives Abbie the most joy is helping her clients feel fantastic about themselves.

Winner - Industry Makeup Artist of the Year 2016

New Zealand Fashion Week

2010 - 2019

Key Makeup Artist designing looks for Fashion Designers, and coordinating teams of Makeup Artists for fashion shows. Currently Abbie is part of the L’Oreal Events Team, she previously participated as part of MAC's freelance team.

MAC / Estee Lauder Makeup Artist

2008 - 2015

As a Makeup Artist for MAC’s Auckland freelance team, Abbie was involved in numerous NZ Fashion Weeks, made up Lorde for her groundbreaking ‘Royals’ Music Video, and was the Key Makeup Artist at numerous Body Painting events.

The Makeup School Ponsonby

2013 to 2021

Abbie tutored the 8 week Introduction to Makeup and the 19 week Fashion and Beauty Makeup Course, as well as providing one on one lessons.

Wella Trend Vision World Competition

2017 - Representing New Zealand

London - Overall Winners, Platinum Award. Hairdresser Mana Dave for Blaze Salon. Makeup by Abbie Gardiner.

Wella Trend Vision World Competition

2016 - Representing New Zealand

Barcelona - Silver Award. Hairdresser Mana Dave for Blaze Salon. Makeup by Abbie Gardiner.

Wella Trend Vision World Competition

2014 - Representing New Zealand

Monaco - Bronze Award. Hairdresser Chinney Yeap for Dharma Salon. Makeup by Abbie Gardiner.

London Pacific Fashion Show

2012

Key Makeup Artist for pacific designer’s showcase on Oxford Street, London.

Aitu Exhibition, Samoa

2012

Key Makeup Artist at the exhibition in Savaii, Samoa.

Samala Robinson Academy

2007 –  2012

Senior Makeup Tutor teaching Fashion Makeup, Hair styling, SPFX.

"I love seeing people enjoy being the most stunning version of themselves"

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