The Master Makeup Artistry program includes all of the topics in Makeup Artistry plus two additional units. In each unit you'll read course texts, watch instructional videos, and complete a series of assignments.
Here is a glimpse into your course. Click each unit to learn more:
The World of Professional Makeup Artistry: An in-depth look at industry opportunities and your role as a professional makeup artist.
Orientation to Professional Practice: Learn about the makeup application environment, how to use each makeup brush, and how to maintain a sanitary practice.
Orientation to Professional Makeup Application: Watch Heather Boswell show you the basic etiquette of makeup artistry including proper distance between yourself and your client, appropriate brush pressure, and more.
Starting Your Own Business: Learn how to choose the perfect business name, how to write a business plan, and how to get established as a makeup artist.
Preparation For Makeup Application: You'll learn how to assess skin types, how to navigate the makeup artist's color wheel, and how to recognize common skin disorders.
Makeup Video Demos: Watch Heather walk you through every step of the makeup application process, from eyebrow grooming to proper makeup removal. Then, learn how to properly fill out a client card.
Focus on Facial Corrections: Take a look at the use of correctors and concealers in makeup artistry and then learn how to enhance dimensionality with highlights and contouring.
Concealing Flaws: Watch makeup artist, Heather Boswell, show you how to expertly cover a scar and hide other skin imperfections.
Makeup For Mature Skin: See how important it is to alter your makeup application technique when applying makeup to mature clients.
Marketing and Promotion: Learn how to grow your business using a number of effective makeup artistry marketing tactics.
Daytime and Evening Makeup: See how you can transform modest daytime looks into glitzy evening creations.
Male Makeup Application: Learn how to create the 'no makeup' makeup look for male clients. Your skills in male makeup artistry will be instrumental in this growing industry.
Makeup For the Seasons and Specialty Clients: Learn how makeup products and color palettes change from season to season.
Working with Clients: Take a look at the makeup artist's professional skill set, the makeup booking process, and how to negotiate with clients and suppliers.
Bridal Makeup Basics: When it comes to private clients, bridal bookings are the most popular. Learn about the many roles you'll have as a bridal makeup artist.
Bridal Consultation and Makeup Techniques: Watch makeup artist, Heather Boswell, go through a full bridal consultation with a client. Then, she'll show you different bridal makeup looks.
Makeup Icons and Trends in Recent History: Learn how iconic makeup looks have shaped the creation of countless makeup artistry techniques today.
Interview with Liz Ciesluk: You'll be fascinated by Liz's story of her life as a makeup artist. She'll explain how she got started and how she made a name for herself as one of the most renowned makeup artists in the industry.
Glamour and Fantasy Makeup: Take a look at the wonderfully flamboyant looks of glamour and fantasy. Watch expert makeup artist Liz Ciesluk create a beautiful fantasy look with real sparkle.
Catwalk and Fashion Photography Makeup: Learn exactly what it takes to get ahead as a makeup artist in the fashion industry. Then, professional makeup artist Heather Boswell will show you the exciting, but hectic, role you'll have as a makeup artist for the catwalk. Lastly, find out how to work with photographers, models, and the entire fashion photography team.
Makeup Artistry For Photography, Publicity, and Live Events: Find out how to build your reputation and business in the world of makeup for photography. You'll take a look at makeup for live performances such as music videos, gymnastic competitions, and beauty pageants.
Makeup For Black and White Photography: Watch Heather Boswell apply specialized contouring techniques in a demonstration of makeup artistry for black and white photography.
Special Topics: Industry Connections in Makeup Artistry: Learn how to leverage your connections in the makeup industry to diversify your career. After that, you'll learn how to search out discounts from suppliers and distributors.
Theater, Dance, and Live Stage Performance Makeup: Learn the fundamentals of working with a production crew, setting up your work area, and the importance of considering lighting in your stage makeup applications.
Opera and Stage “Character” Makeup: You'll be amazed by Liz Ciesluk's dramatic opera makeup transformation. It's makeup artistry that is truly larger than life.
Makeup For TV, Film, and High-Definition Media: Discover the importance of continuity as you work with a medium that brings the audience right into the storyline.
Aging and Body Makeup: Watch Liz Ciesluk transform a young man into a much older gentleman. Then, learn another sought-after skill: covering up tattoos!
