Juliana Ratcliff

A lifelong lover of ballet and the performing arts, Juliana Ratcliff (she/her) is a professional Hair and Makeup Artist with over a decade of experience working across theatre, dance, photography, bridal, film, television, and vintage styling. She holds a BA in Specialist Hair & Media Makeup from University College Birmingham and has built a diverse career combining technical expertise with a passion for creative storytelling through hair and makeup.

Since joining the National Youth Ballet in 2018, Juliana has loved being part of the backstage team, where creativity, precision, and teamwork come together to help every dancer feel confident and performance-ready. Alongside her work with the company, she freelances throughout the UK, specialising in vintage hairstyling and creative makeup design for photography, productions, and special events.

Inspired by the elegance of classical ballet and vintage glamour, Juliana is passionate about creating beautiful, characterful hair and makeup while supporting the next generation of young performers.

Juliana Ratcliff Hair and Make-up Artist