{"id":41486,"date":"2020-04-30T07:00:33","date_gmt":"2020-04-30T11:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=41486"},"modified":"2020-04-30T07:00:33","modified_gmt":"2020-04-30T11:00:33","slug":"avoid-these-4-rookie-mistakes-in-your-makeup-portfolio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/avoid-these-4-rookie-mistakes-in-your-makeup-portfolio","title":{"rendered":"Avoid These 4 Rookie Mistakes in Your Makeup Portfolio"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]As an MUA, your <a href=\"\/2020\/03\/3-amazing-makeup-portfolios-and-websites-to-look-up-to\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">makeup portfolio<\/a> is a visual representation of your experience, your knowledge, and your skills. It allows prospective clients to physically <em>see <\/em>the work you do, and help them decide whether your style and overall artistry is what they\u2019re looking for.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]As such, it\u2019s important that your makeup portfolio checks off all the right boxes! Sometimes, in order to understand what you should be doing, it\u2019s useful to look at the types of mistakes you need to <em>avoid<\/em>.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4>Knowing what not to do is a great first step towards putting together the perfect makeup portfolio that best represents YOU! So, let\u2019s break down some common mistakes right now\u2026<\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;accent-color&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;75&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;41490&#8243; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/avoid-these-4-rookie-mistakes-in-your-makeup-portfolio\/#Poor_Quality_Photos\" >Poor Quality Photos<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/avoid-these-4-rookie-mistakes-in-your-makeup-portfolio\/#Not_Enough_Diversity\" >Not Enough Diversity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/avoid-these-4-rookie-mistakes-in-your-makeup-portfolio\/#Too_Many_Photos\" >Too Many Photos<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/avoid-these-4-rookie-mistakes-in-your-makeup-portfolio\/#Your_Portfolio_Isnt_Online\" >Your Portfolio Isn\u2019t Online<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/avoid-these-4-rookie-mistakes-in-your-makeup-portfolio\/#Bonus_Tip_Learn_About_Makeup_Portfolio_Development\" >Bonus Tip: Learn About Makeup Portfolio Development<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Poor_Quality_Photos\"><\/span>Poor Quality Photos<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630351354462{padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]You want anyone looking at your makeup portfolio to see without question that you\u2019re a professional. You can\u2019t achieve that if the images reflecting your work are:[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-angle-right\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Blurry<\/li>\n \t<li>Improperly framed<\/li>\n \t<li>Have terrible lighting<\/li>\n \t<li>Are of low resolution<\/li>\n \t<li>Are clearly selfies<\/li>\n \t<li>Have been digitally edited<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630351376575{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]If the photos in your portfolio are not of high quality, that will be the FIRST thing anyone notices! Unfortunately, more often than not, it may also form a negative first impression of your business. We know this isn\u2019t what you want.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630351393647{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Instead, take the time to research local photographers. Find people that have great reviews and a portfolio of their own that you can look over. Alternately, if YOU happen to have a good eye with a camera, it could just be a matter of buying yourself a high-quality one to shoot your own results with.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Yes, as you build up your makeup portfolio, you may need to invest a bit of money from time to time. But you\u2019re trying to build a successful <a href=\"\/2018\/10\/5-obvious-signs-you-should-start-your-own-makeup-artist-business\/\">business<\/a>, right? This comes with the territory.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]We promise the payoff will be more than worth it.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;]<div class=\"iwithtext\"><div class=\"iwt-icon\"> <i class=\"icon-default-style fa fa-lightbulb-o accent-color\"><\/i> <\/div><div class=\"iwt-text\"> \n<h4>Pro Tip: Another great way to build up your portfolio \u2013 potentially for FREE \u2013 is to collaborate with other local artists by putting together a stylized photoshoot. Often, stylized shoots will be unpaid \u2013 but in exchange for your MUA services, you can get a copy of the high-quality photos at no charge!<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Not_Enough_Diversity\"><\/span>Not Enough Diversity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630351502365{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]It\u2019s great if you\u2019re signature move is a killer <a href=\"\/2018\/07\/take-your-smoky-eye-to-the-next-level-with-online-makeup-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smoky eye<\/a>\u2026 Just don\u2019t make this the be-all and end-all of your makeup portfolio. While finding your niche and highlighting it within your portfolio is totally acceptable, it shouldn\u2019t be the sole focus.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630351514885{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]A potential client is going to want to know that your makeup skills are multifaceted![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]This is why it\u2019s crucial that your portfolio displays a wide range of looks, techniques, and styles. Try to switch things up and show off different skin tones, ages, genders, etc. If you\u2019ve ever worked with someone who has a skin condition, this is great to include in your portfolio, too![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;41491&#8243; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630351548446{padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]You also want to be able to demonstrate that you know different <em>styles <\/em>of makeup themselves. <a href=\"\/2017\/02\/online-makeup-artist-certification-bridal-makeup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bridal<\/a> may be your favorite, but don\u2019t limit your portfolio only to bridal makeup. For instance:[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-angle-right\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Are you good with <a href=\"\/2015\/08\/master-makeup-artistry-course-sample-editorial-makeup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">editorial<\/a> looks?<\/li>\n \t<li>How about <a href=\"\/online-makeup-courses\/special-fx-makeup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Special FX<\/a>, film, or theater makeup?<\/li>\n \t<li>Do you have training with an <a href=\"\/online-makeup-courses\/airbrush-makeup-workshop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">airbrush machine<\/a>?<\/li>\n \t<li>Does your resume include <a href=\"\/online-makeup-courses\/global-beauty-workshop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">global beauty<\/a> training?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630351571814{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Find a good <a href=\"\/2018\/12\/5-things-you-need-to-take-amazing-makeup-portfolio-photos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">5-6 makeup styles<\/a> you\u2019re really solid in, or are popular with the masses, and show them off! Diversity not only makes for a killer makeup portfolio \u2013 it lets the photos speak to your skill-set as an artist.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]After all, as the saying goes: a picture is worth a thousand words. Imagine what <em>multiple <\/em>pictures will be able to tell your clients about you![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Too_Many_Photos\"><\/span>Too Many Photos<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630351633844{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]You don\u2019t want potential clients to have to sift through pages upon pages of photos, just to try and find the one they\u2019re looking for. This is not only tedious for them; it makes you look unprofessional.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630351624557{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]That being said, there\u2019s a limit to how many photos you should include within your portfolio. For newbie MUAs, we understand that your goal is to demonstrate that you can do ALL kinds of looks! But just as too little diversity can put potential clients off, so too can having a messy, overly crammed portfolio.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Instead, your portfolio should look crisp, poised, and thought-out. You\u2019re going to have to narrow down your photos so that only the best of the best are used. Yes, this means you won\u2019t be able to use <em>every <\/em>photo you love. 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