How can i become a make up artist?

Question

what kind of school do i have to go to?
will i make alot of money?
will i be the envy of all my friends?

Any more info would be EXCELLENT! thanks

Answer 1

There are few jobs that offer so many benefits. As a makeup artist you will have the satisfaction of making your vision a reality.

A makeup artist is intimately involved in the most important and exciting events of people's lives, from weddings to the Academy Awards. Makeup artists get to work with celebrities such as models, actors, politicians, and musicians.

# How to develop the skills you need as a makeup artist including a good eye
# Information about makeup artist schools and makeup artist training including

* A list of makeup artist schools in North America
* How to choose a makeup artist school and what to beware of
* Other makeup artist training programs including one day workshops and online courses

# Ways to teach yourself makeup artistry
# How to apply makeup like a professional makeup artist

* Assessing the client (coloring, skin type, face shape, features)
* Preparing the face
* Applying makeup (foundation, eye makeup, blush, lip color, etc.)
* Completing the look

# Doing makeup for print photography
# How to do character makeup

* Makeup for film and television
* Makeup for theater
* Special effects makeup

# What to have in your makeup kit (different types of makeup and makeup application tools)
# How to keep up with makeup trends
# How to quickly get experience as a makeup artist through volunteer work or an apprenticeship

I'm not really sure how they get paid, or how much. Good Luck.

Answer 2

You can go to beauty school. You can also seek out work at a make-up counter at the mall. Often they will train you on the correct application of their make-up while they give you pointers on selling it as well. Once you have enough experience, you could likely work at weddings, spas, portrait studios, funeral homes, nursing homes, hospitals, modeling shows or magazines, TV and movie studios, and even more places.

The amount of money you make would depend on your particular specialization. TV and movie artists not only get paid well, but you are also eligible to win awards, like an Oscar or Golden Globe Award. Nursing homes and funeral homes likely wouldn't pay as much, but it would be steady work. As for weddings, you can charge whatever you think is fair. Portrait studios would pay you whatever the going rate is for the job in their industry. Modeling shows and magazines would likely pay well. What matters most is that you enjoy your job and make enough money to cover all your needs.

I don't know if you'd be the envy of all your friends. My friends generally aren't envious of me -- but I'm not a famous make-up artist. ;-)

It takes time to get noticed in the make-up industry. Don't expect success overnight. But, if you work hard and people recommend your work to their friends, you'll be on the road to success.

Some technical colleges would likely offer courses you could take to get certified. I would take a look at the technical schools near you to see what they offer.

It wouldn't hurt to take art classes. You can learn about color and the way certain colors work together well and what not to do with certain colors, too.

The second website is one that I thought would be a good starting point in your search for a career in make-up.

Good luck!

Answer 3

To become a make-up artist (a professional one - not just someone who does it for their friends), you have to go to college. I've included a link to a school here in Toronto that you can use as a reference...

As for how much you will make - that really varies. It would all depend on if you work for a company (such as M.A.C), or if you offer your individual services. THIS is where the big bucks are - imagine landing a contract to work as THE artist for a modelling company...

And for being the envy - of course! THEY will be BEGGING for you to do their makeup for them - not to mention the sort of people who could be your potential clents ;););)

Answer 4

You start in cosmotology. There's many private schools listed in the yellow pages. Not sure of the cost. You could ask any stylist about where to start.