A bridal makeup artist has been named as a regional finalist in The Wedding Industry Awards 2025.

Makeup By Mary, owned by Mary Lawton-Jones from Stourbridge, has been shortlisted in the makeup artist category of the Wedding Industry Awards 2025 for the West Midlands.

She has worked as a professional makeup artist for six years, specialising in creating soft, natural and enhancing bridal makeup.

She works on a mobile basis across the West Midlands and Worcestershire.

Ms Lawson-Jones said: "I am absolutely over the moon to be announced as a West Midlands Regional Finalist.

"Being a bridal makeup artist is about more than just creating a beautiful look - it's about being a part of one of the most special days in someone's life.

"I entered The Wedding Industry Awards to celebrate the passion and dedication I bring to each and every bride, ensuring they feel their absolute best on their big day."

She added: "This recognition means so much to me because it reflects the trust my clients have in me as well as the passion and dedication that I have put into my business.

"It’s an honour to be considered among the best in the industry, and I’m so grateful for this opportunity."

The regional winners will be announced in November and the national finals will take place in January.

Damian Bailey, founder of the awards, said: "Since 2011 The Wedding Industry Awards has been dedicated to recognising and rewarding excellence in the wedding industry and this year’s regional finalists are clearly at the top of their game.

"Our awards are unique as they are voted by recent wedding couples and it’s not the total number of votes that companies receive that leads to success.

"Instead, we focus on the quality of the feedback they get from eligible couples, amongst other things.

"Larger companies and talented individuals compete on a level playing field and the best wedding suppliers always rise to the top."