Annalee Kemsley

Makeup Artist

Annalee is a New Zealand based makeup artist with over 12 years of experience, working from the beachside city of New Plymouth. Her career began with Clinique New Zealand, where she refined her technical skills and developed a deep understanding of skin, before going on to build a career centred around polished, timeless makeup artistry.
 
Known for her luminous, long-lasting approach, Annalee specialises in enhancing natural beauty while ensuring her clients feel confident, comfortable, and truly themselves. She believes makeup should feel effortless yet elevated, wearing beautifully in real life and photographing flawlessly. Whether working with brides, private clients, or on brand campaigns, her focus is always on thoughtful artistry, attention to detail, and creating an exceptional experience.
 
Alongside her client work, Annalee has established herself as a respected voice in New Zealand’s beauty and influencer space, collaborating with international brands including YSL, Disney, Jo Malone, Bobbi Brown, Mecca, Lancome, Warner Brothers, Maybelline, LUSH, Sephora and many more. Her work has been recognised through local and national media features, a nomination for Beauty Influencer of the Year by Miss FQ, and two wins in the Beauty Category at the Taranaki Wedding Industry Awards