Professional Studies- Make up artist

I have signed myself up for another course, which i think will help me in my career choice and hopefully give me a step up from most people. I am also wanting to do this extra course as i am sick of being let down by people so if i can do it myself i wont be let down in that area. I am doing a short course in professional make up i have had to go for the 5 month course as it mean i have to go and learn 1-5 days a month which is better than having to do it all in one go. I have managed to start this course after my essays and reports are in so the end of march through to the end of august so my work loads is more manageable and i have the time over the summer holidays to complete my course which i think is perfect. I have gone back through student finance to fund my  make up course which has been accepted. So because it has to be a certain type of course i have to do some things i dont think are nessecery for what im wanting to do, but im not saying they may not be needed. I am doing a NVQ Level 3 and Diploma in professional make up.


This The Professional Make-Up Artist Course is designed for those who wish to learn all the basic professional make-up skills up to bridal and special occasion level, including day and evening looks. This course is designed for complete beginners looking for a career in the lucrative make-up industry.
During this course you will start by learning the key skills required to succeed in the industry and be inspired by our make-up artists to move forward and discover other areas of make-up artistry.
Following analysis of face shape, you will learn how effective make-up techniques can correct skin tone and enhance facial features. You will also be able to recommend and style the best brow shape to create a well-groomed appearance for your client.
The course is very 'hands-on'. Your tutor will demonstrate various techniques to you and you will have lots of practice time.
During the training course you will use a wide range of top-branded make-up (MAC, Illamasqua, Bobbi Brown) and skin care products (Dermalogical).
The Professional Make-Up Artist Course will cover:

• Tools of the trade
• Skin analysis, face shapes and skin tones
• Colour theory
• Preparing and priming the skin
• Colour correcting and concealing
• Selection and application of a range of foundations
• Understanding highlighting and contouring
• Creating the flawless finish
• Creating the perfect lip shape
• Understanding different eye shapes
• Application of eyeliners including liquid, crayon and kohl
• Application and blending of eye shadow
• Perfect mascara application techniques
• Bridal and day make-up
• Vintage bridal make-up
• Application of strip and flare lashes
• Smokey eye techniques using nudes/neutrals and dark shades
• Working with pigments
• Brow grooming- shaping and definition to create the perfect brow shape
• Airbrush make-up application
• Red carpet glamour suitable for evening and special occasions

This course is a pre-requisite before moving on to the Creative Diploma in Fashion and Media Make-Up.

You will be taught by a professional make-up artist who will show you their portfolio of published work and explain how to achieve the latest high fashion photographic looks.
Fashion make-up is an exciting, fast-paced aspect of make-up artistry. Trends change very quickly from season to season. You will receive demonstrations from an experienced make-up artist who will teach you how to adapt your techniques accordingly. You will learn how to provide creative and distinctive looks for catalogues, magazines and high-fashion publications under the guidance and constructive critique of your tutor.
The second part of the course focuses on catwalk make-up. As the make-up needs to be noticed from a distance, the look is dramatic and striking; very different from the high-precision techniques required for fashion/photographic effects. You will learn everything from natural through to dramatic looks to enhance and complement a model's outfit.
During the Creative Make-Up Training Course you will learn:

• Iconic make-up looks (1920's-1960's)
• Creating a mood board
• Make-up for black and white photography
• High fashion make-up for colour photo shoot and Catwalk
• Avant Garde make-up

During the course you will have the opportunity to photograph your work for a portfolio.
Career options following the Creative Make-Up Training Course include department store counter, bridal make-up, television work, film, television commercials, print, music videos, live performances, advertising material, fashion shows.

Fantasy Eye Designs For Media Make-Up Course Covers:

• Animal print eye designs
• Freehand lace work
• Masquerade mask designs
• Application of glitter
• Application of stencils

By combining the use of powders, paints and stencils the Fantasy Eye Designs for Media Makeup Course will enable you to create some stunning designs suitable for striking evening looks, proms and festivals.
The same techniques can be added to your make-up when working on media assignments.
You will be shown how to work freehand and to incorporate stencils and glitter to enhance your designs.
Animal prints, various textures, flowers and masks will be shown in this course.

All the details above are what i will be training in. I will also be training to do Tanning and Eye lash extensions. Im excited and think this will be extremely handy to know how to do.