COURSE INFORMATION

Who is this individual pro make-up course for?

This course is ideal for beginners with no previous experience and for pro make-up artists. Perfect for those who wish to work on a make-up counter, or to start a freelance make-up business.

What is included in this course?

You can either study this course full-time or part-time. Every student is issued a certificate of completion by The Makeup Academy after the course. Our students have the opportunity to see full make-up demos and use products by top make-up brands. All brushes, products and models are provided. We cover the basic principles in make-up artistry, including the role of a make-up artist, kit contents, skin care products, primers, foundation matching, colour correction, face shapes, balancing the face with contouring and highlighting techniques, bridal make-up, natural make-up, glamorous make-up looks, mature make-up, mastering the art of smokey eyes, cut crease and classic winged liner. The course also covers the application of false strip and individual lashes.

What does the course cover?

• Make-up Artistry Hygiene – understanding the importance of artist hygiene and professional standards
• Make-up Kit & Tools – we cover in detail the make-up, tools, skincare and disposables that you will need to start off a professional kit, and the best ways to pack and transport it
• Posture, Positioning & Client Consultation – how to position your client, and how to work safely around your client
• Skin Consultation – different skin types, conditions, and how to prep the skin before make-up application
• Colour Theory – gain a full understanding of the colour wheel, colour combinations and colour correction
• Facial Contouring – how to highlight and shade to redefine the structure of the face
• Priming, Colour Correction & Camouflage – learn the techniques used to create a flawless base application
• Product Performance & Placement – understand how to enhance natural beauty, products to include: foundation, concealer, powder, blusher, eyebrow products, eyeshadows, eyeliners, mascara, and lip products
• Different popular “instagram” Eye Make-up Styles & Techniques
• Bridal Make-up Artistry – consultation, application and other consideration
• Mature skin Make-up
• False Lash Application – strip and individual
• Business advice – how to attract clients, build a portfolio and find work
• How to promote your work on social media and build a following
• How to take good pictures of your work