Come master the art - and the joy - of professional makeup application techniques under the instruction of top makeup experts in the field in this 50-hour certification class. Share the secrets (and the short-cuts) to bringing out the beauty in every woman and expand your career potential at the same time (or just learn how to apply your own/your friend's or family's makeup as perfectly as the pros!).

These makeup application classes focus on the truly creative possibilities that today's thousands of makeup products - and makeup application tools - can bring. From color theory to highlighting and contouring, you'll gain important hands-on experience in virtually every aspect of makeup. Classes are limited in size so that every student gets the chance to practice what they're learning: highlighting and contouring, precision eye makeup, brow shaping, artificial eyelash application, color blending, lip enhancement and corrective makeup techniques. Learn about the tools of the trade: what brushes are made of, where they come from, the various shapes and sizes and what works best for each particular makeup formula and technique. And, of course, how to protect your tools and products from contamination and maintain the highest possible standards of sanitation.

This class is the perfect stepping stone to the endless possibilities of careers in the makeup field, from working for a makeup company, in a department or specialty store, staffing or owning a makeup boutique, doing makeup application for theatrical productions, videos, fashion shows, magazines, advertising, editorials, working freelance, for major motion pictures or TV, or on your own or with a physician in the field of paramedical camouflage makeup. You will learn how to organize a makeup kit at a practical price, how to present yourself to potential employers and clients, and how to assess your goals in this growing, exciting field. Best of all, you'll gain insights from your fellow students from all around the world as well as from teachers who share enthusiasm and extensive experience in virtually all aspects of the makeup field.

Convenient weekend and evening classes are available.

2 Week Makeup Courses

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Sunday Makeup Courses

This 35-hour Advanced Theatrical Makeup course focuses on what you need to know to pursue a job working in theatre, films, or television, from the specific skills and techniques you need to learn to how to prepare yourself for union requirements. Along with learning how to create a look that will "project" from the stage into the audience, you will learn advanced theatrical makeup skills such as laying on of hair, applying bald cap, special effects for cuts, bruises, burns etc. that may be needed according to the demands of the script.

This full-day Bridal Makeup course focuses on the beautiful bride - and wedding party - with special attention to skin tone, color theory, looking one's best when walking down the aisle and being photographed and videotaped. Modern preferences are emphasized, as well as bridal makeup application techniques that work for brides of different ages and fashion philosophies. From a big-city black tie extravaganza to a simple oceanfront ceremony, every bride deserves to look her best and this course will help you make sure she does!

Convenient weekend and evening classes are available.

This 65-hour Paramedical Camouflage Makeup course is focused on the all-important role of makeup and esthetics in the medical field in helping people to cope with challenges minor or major. This course will help you not only master all-important hands-on techniques but teach you vital client-centered communication skills needed to be a truly empathetic partner in the paramedical field. You will learn about different products and paramedical makeup techniques available to deal with birthmarks, vitiligo, portwine stains, burns, scars, and bruising.

This 2-day, 16-hour Editorial Fashion Makeup course will prepare students for a beginning career as editorial makeup artists in the world of fashion. In a editorial photo spread, the fashion makeup artist is called upon to help create a look that gives an opinion of the direction of beauty or to interpret what the trends of the next season's style will be.

The focus of this fashion makeup course will be on helping students develop the tools to absorb all the information into consideration when approaching a photo shoot, from historical viewpoints to societal influences to current events. Along with learning about the full range of makeup possibilities and techniques, you'll learn the all-important skills of building a portfolio, presenting yourself to potential employers, "how to spot a trend," and how to assemble and organize supplies you will need.

Convenient weekend and evening classes are available.

This class is an introduction to use of the airbrushing tools that are the latest innovation in the makeup field. With the amazing changes in film and camera technology, makeup artists have been challenged to come up with ways to apply makeup so that it remains invisible. This class focuses on the use of the airbrushing machine as a technical tool to apply foundation makeup as well as artificial tanning products. You will learn how to use airbrushing machines most effectively, what types of foundations can best be applied with various types of machines, how to use and care for machines to bronze or perfect the skin, and how to use these techniques on the face and neck or as an all-over body makeup application technique.