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BUILDING YOUR PORTFOLIO


Just like models all makeup artists pursuing a successful career need current examples of their work to advertise their services and show prospective clients. Your portfolio of work and how you represent yourself will determine the type of work you get - so if you want to become an editorial makeup artist but only have bridal clients you need to find another way of building your portfolio with the images that will get you the work you want.

To get the right quality of images for your portfolio here are the things you will need:

  • A professional model

  • A professional photographer/retoucher

  • A hairstylist

  • A well thought out makeup design that compliments the model

While there are ways of building your portfolio without spending any money it is important to note that a) you won't get to decide on the makeup b) you might not get the pictures back for months c) you wont get to decide on the model d) you probably wont have a hairstylist and e) retouching will depend on the skills of the photographer and whether or not THEY want to retouch the images.

Investing in your portfolio is the way to go for any serious up and coming makeup artist and any money that you do spend on professional photos will also be tax deductible.

The next 3 day PHOTO SHOOT COURSE commences Monday June 18,19 & 20

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The Academy For Makeup Artists is a professional makeup school offering a range of comprehensive makeup courses in Sydney for aspiring makeup artists and makeup enthusiasts. The leading makeup school in Sydney, The Academy For Makeup Artists is industry recognised with an excellent reputation for providing the highest level of teaching and support to our students. Our Certificate and Diploma makeup courses give students the skills, technique and industry insight to graduate with confidence and begin their dream career in makeup. Our professionalism and commitment to our students sets us apart, we focus on helping students get work and achieve their goals. We are an NDIS registered provider and certified member of The Makeup Artists Guild Australia.

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