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As independent artists, we are totally responsible for building our own careers. From finding practice models to networking for employment, the artist is always front and center. Shyness and insecurity can be immobilizing obstacles that will halt your success… unless you learn how to work with them.<\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][vc_column_text]\n

Read on to find out more about becoming a makeup artist even when you are shy.<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”Full Width Line” line_thickness=”1″ divider_color=”accent-color” custom_height=”75″][image_with_animation image_url=”38865″ alignment=”center” animation=”None” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n

Dealing with First Contact<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][vc_column_text]For many makeup artists who are shy, first contact is the biggest barrier. The fastest and most professional way to bypass this is through the safety of your computer. You can find makeup models<\/a>, chat with potential clients, and network with hairstylists, photographers, bridal salons, etc., through email.\n

Pro tip: Keep it friendly and professional. Avoid slang, emoji\u2019s, and any other elements that could alienate your potential clients and collaborators.<\/em><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][vc_column_text]At times when in-person contact is unavoidable, expertise is a foolproof way to combat insecurity. When you know makeup inside and out, you will always have a point of connection with your clients, collaborators, and industry peers. Education and practice are essential for succeeding in this.\n\nIf you understand theory, balance, color science, individual techniques, face shapes, balance, tones, and undertones, you will always have a topic to fall back on. Social shyness is often rooted in the fear that we will embarrass ourselves if we speak up or stand out in any way. If you are an expert, embarrassment will be next to impossible.\n

Pro tip: Get a solid education. A combination of courses like the Master Makeup Artistry Course<\/a>, the Skincare Course<\/a>, the Pro Makeup Workshop<\/a>, and the Global Beauty Workshop<\/a>, will set you on the path to perfection.<\/em><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”30″][image_with_animation image_url=”38866″ alignment=”center” animation=”None” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”100%”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]\n

Dealing with Clients<\/h3>\nIf your shyness extends into working with your client in person, the solution is to let your client lead the conversation<\/a>. There is a misconception that conversation must be guided to make the client comfortable. However, most clients will opt to relax and enjoy your makeup application rather than chatter endlessly. If you relax and let your clients take the lead, the rest should be a breeze. If they want to talk, they will. All you have to do is respond and that’s easy.\n

Pro tip: Know your questions and ask them as soon as your client sits down. For example: Can you tell me about the look you are after? Do you have any allergies or sensitivities? Is there anything you want me to know?<\/em><\/h4>\nIf the tips above aren’t enough to help you, here\u2019s one of my reliable favorites. Focus your attention on something other than talking. Shyness takes over for most people when they start thinking about speaking up. If you focus your attention elsewhere, you’ll stop thinking about conversation. Then, when the natural moment comes, speaking will be no harder than ordering coffee.\n\nIf you don\u2019t want unchecked shyness to halt your makeup career, you have to take action against it. At first, you may have to \u201cfake it \u2018til you make it\u201d. But in time, things will become easier. When you are accustomed to being shy, baby steps can feel like huge leaps. Believe me, I’m speaking from experience. Confidence can become a habit. You just need to take one small step toward it every day.\n\nIf you are on social, I\u2019m @nathanwalnut<\/a>. Follow and tag me on your work if you want hearts and comments\u2026[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][vc_column_text]\n

Would you like to hear more tips on how to become a makeup artist? Check out this article on 3 Sure-Fire Ways To Boost Your Makeup Career<\/a><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Celebrity makeup artist Nathan Johnson shares his guide to becoming a makeup artist even when you’re shy!","protected":false},"author":26,"featured_media":41808,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[17,11],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[423],"class_list":{"0":"post-38861","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-from-the-experts","8":"category-your-makeup-career"},"yoast_head":"\nHow to Become a Makeup Artist When You\u2019re Shy - QC Makeup Academy<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Don't let shyness stop you from pursuing your dream! 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