Liz van der Merwe is a highly sought-after senior hair and makeup artist and valued assistant, celebrated for her precision, creativity, and upbeat energy on set. With years of experience building a strong and diverse portfolio, Liz brings expertise and flair to every project, ensuring each look aligns seamlessly with the client’s vision.
Her versatility spans editorial, beauty, grooming, and kids’ styling, and she is equally adept at tackling special effects and creative transformations, making her a go-to artist for bold, inventive projects. Always a joy to work with, Liz brings positivity, professionalism, and a meticulous eye for detail, ensuring every team feels supported and every client is delighted with the outcome.
Her client portfolio includes Sportscene, Markham, Fabiani, Cutwater, P&C, Nivea, Biotherm, Deichmann, Heineken, Home Choice, BASH, The Fix, Galaxy, Life Design, Superbalist, AirUp, Marks & Spencer, Checkers, Truworths, G-Star, Undiz, Jarred Figgins, Hypro, Booking.com, Netflix, Royal Stag, Woolworths, Sissy Boy, Ackermans, McCafe, Unilever, Ploom, Adidas, JD Williams, Audi, Piombo, ASOS, Le Moi, Telia, Sprite, Michelob, Leike, Peach Van Pletzen, KFC, Shoprite, Poetry, Steers, Venus, Nikon, Oral B, Euro Jackpot, Flying Fish, VW, Renault, and WeFashion.
She has collaborated with leading production companies such as Moonlighting, Smoking Gun, Casta Diva, Evidencia, Robot, MR Films, Juice Films, 1st Productions, Grinder Films, Responsive Studios, Flamingo Films, Steel Productions, Cape Town Productions, Bang Bang Films, Freelink, Solar Productions, Orange Films, Little Big Productions, Prinz Productions, Still King, Groundglass, Giant Films, and The Big Picture.
Liz’s talent, adaptability, and dedication make her an indispensable member of any production, capable of elevating creative concepts into visually stunning results while keeping the set running smoothly and harmoniously.