British makeup artist, Diane Kendal is known for her unique ability to adapt to the challenges of the dynamic fashion industry. She features a note-worthily broad creative vision that is evident across her range of natural to bold creations. Frequent trips with her father to a television studio in Carlisle England introduced Dianne to the art of makeup. A keen interest in theatrical makeup led her to pursue a course in special effect make-up and prosthetic, from the London College of Fashion. Unable to get very far in her initial years in the fashion industry, she began to collaborate with friends and upcoming photographers like Nathaniel Goldberg and David Sims. It was after her move to New York, during the grunge movement in the fashion industry that Diane’s work started to draw recognition. Her first break came with a fashion story with Italian Vogue. She gained immense knowledge over the years and was approached by Calvin Klein for a collaboration on a makeup line called Cheek Color Washes. This product caught the attention of celebrities like Hilary Swank and Julia Roberts. 

Today Kendal has an impressive portfolio with names like Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera, Marc Jacobs, Roberto Cavalli, Allure magazine, besides the Italian, Japanese, French, and American Vogue. Her incredible success can only be attributed to her perseverance and passion.

Diane Kendal is a celebrity Makeup Artists whose clients have included Bella Hadid, Grace Hartzel and Sarah Fraser. You can view their current celebrity clients in our database. Diane Kendal work has been featured in Vogue Polska. Diane Kendal has also used and worked with a variety of brands which include Proenza Schouler, ALAÏA and Gabriela Hearst.