This extensive course develops the skills of makeup artistry and covers all aspects of beauty makeup including basic and commercial beauty makeup and principles of fashion and photography makeup. After completing this makeup course you will have the knowledge and technical training to work in many areas of the beauty and cosmetic industries some of which include; working as a makeup artist in a salon or spa setting, bridal makeup artistry, image consultant, freelance makeup artist for cosmetic companies, and for photographers.
This course is comprised of three phases:
Phase I (Week 1- Beauty Basics of Makeup Application)
- Sanitation and Tools of the Trade
- Skincare Knowledge
- Client Preparation and Consultation
- Color Theory and Product Selection
- Day Time/Natural Makeup
- How lighting Effects Your Makeup
- Corrective Techniques and Highlighting and Shading
- Special Occasion Makeup
- Eyelash Application
- Application vs. Lesson
- Successful Cosmetic Retailing
Phase II (Week 2- Essential Principles of Makeup Application)
- Anti-Aging Makeup
- Multicultural Beauty Makeup
- Corrective Camouflage Makeup
- The Perfect Brow
- The Bridal Business
- Bridal Beauty Makeup
- Intro to Airbrush Makeup
Phase III (Week 3- Principles of Commercial Makeup Application)
- Photographic/HD Makeup
- Current Looks and Trends
- Runway Makeup
- Fantasy Makeup
- Building your Professional Makeup Kit
- Working in Beauty
- How to Market Yourself as a Freelance Makeup Artist
Each day includes theory and demonstration followed by hands-on student workshop. Students will receive a full set of professional makeup brushes and case (included in price), all other makeup products and supplies will be available in the classroom for student use.