- Candice Tabone
- Sep 1, 2018
The first of it's kind the 1 day Makeup Masterclass for women over 40 commences Sunday November 4th 2018. Delivered by one of Australia's finest educators, Julie Elton has over 25 years experience as a professional makeup artist and skin expert. With a plethora of magazine covers to her name Julie is also a very successful bridal makeup artist, formerly the Qantas Flight Attendant grooming educator and currently head educator for retail staff at Priceline Chemists.
Learn all about skin prep, products and applying beautiful makeup to suit your own personal features and style. Test and try a range of amazing products and receive a goodie bag of samples from Julie's sponsor's. Places are strictly limited to ensure personal attention from Julie. Call 02 80075776 or email study@tafmua.com.au to reserve your place on Sunday November 4th from 10:30-4:30pm.
- Nikki McKlute
- Jul 27, 2018
The three day Makeup Artists Career Course for high school students provides a range of skills and information for budding young makeup artists and makeup hobbyists. Delivered by industry leading educator Tara Airlie this course gives students formal training in makeup application and includes theory, demonstrations, practical work and a Q & A with Instagram sensation Jessy Malone
( @jessymalon123 ).
Held over three consecutive days in the NSW school holidays each student receives a brush set and certificate on the last day.
To reserve you place email study@tafmua.com.au or ENROL ONLINE
- Nikki McKlute
- Jun 19, 2018
What are the qualities of a great makeup artist? That’s an excellent question, with probably a wider variety of answers than you’d expect. That being said, here are several possibilities to consider.
Compatibility
If the client and the makeup artist are not compatible, the session could very well be a disastrous one. Everyone’s personality is different. A great makeup artist needs to have the patience to be compatible with all types of people, even when those people are a challenge.
Professionalism
Professionalism is a must, in any industry. There is absolutely no excuse to be unprofessional. Un-professionalism is the best way to guarantee that clients will seek services elsewhere.
Reliable Skills
Exhibiting reliable skills is an excellent way to build client confidence. It is also a good way to get word-of-mouth business. Show off your skills in a portfolio. The more variety you show, the better.
It goes without saying that without skills, you probably won’t get far in the industry.
Good Listener
There will always be those clients who know what they want, but have difficulty expressing it to the makeup artist. Being a good listener is beneficial in realizing what the client is trying to convey, without the possibility of misunderstandings.
Ability to Work Quickly
Many times clients won’t have the time to spend even one hour in the chair. Schedules are that hectic. That’s why it’s extremely important for great makeup artists to have the ability to work quickly without making mistakes.
Creativity
Most makeup artists are somewhat creative, even before making the final decision to get into the beauty field. Without creativity, this occupation becomes boring quickly. Not only that, the job in itself is very difficult to do.
Willingness to Learn
The beauty industry is one that is ever-changing. A great makeup artist needs additional education beyond basic classes, in order to keep abreast of all of the latest news and trends. It’s the only way to keep building a client base.
Flexibility
Unfortunately, emergencies are a way of life. They can happen to anyone. The ability to be flexible, means that a makeup artist has no problem filling in during emergencies, which occur on weekends and during the evening.
As mentioned earlier, everyone has their own opinion in regard to the qualities that make a great makeup artist. Chances are, you won’t find all of these qualities in one individual. However, they are things that every aspiring makeup artist should strive for.
