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All of our instructors are working freelance makeup artists with many years of experience. They know the industry inside and out and have worked on many types of media and high profile clientele including celebrities and VIP. They know how to work on all types of faces and not just their own. The Art of Makeup has had an in person campus for over a decade, and has created a detailed curriculum that can be easily transferred from a classroom to an online experience in the comfort of your own home while still receiving live personal guidance. Browse our blogs for stories, journeys and inspiration.
See our blog post here for the story about our transition: Why We Made the Digital Leap: Transforming Our Makeup School for the Virtual Age
No previous training or experience is needed
Yes, The Art of Makeup School is registered with the Oregon Governor’s Film Office, Oregon Media Production Association, and the Better Business Bureau.
Courses are designed for students from high school age through adults. Students under 18 need parental consent to enroll.
It is self-paced, so it depends on how much time you spend each week watching lessons and completing your assignments. Typically, students take about 4-8 weeks to complete the course.
One year
87 video lessons, 120 page student manual, and a Career & Marketing manual.
Yes, you will have the option to speed up and repeat lessons as needed
- You’ll be paired with a working professional makeup artist
Research shows that online learning can be more effective for many students due to:
- Visibility and audio clarity that may be missed in a classroom setting
- Flexibility to pause, rewind, and repeat HD quality lessons
- Flexibility to fit your schedule
- Ability to learn at your own pace and on your own schedule
- Obstacles prohibiting travel, housing needs, and transportation
- Flexibility supporting physical and mental disabilities and challenges
- Read our Blog The Rising Trend of Online Makeup Education: Benefits and Opportunities
Instead of providing a standard “free” makeup kit or inflating our tuition to cover generic supplies, we’ve reserved the exciting process of curating a makeup kit for you, the artist. We guide you in selecting essential products while offering our expert recommendations, ensuring that every item in your kit serves a purpose in your unique journey. No need to purchase supplies if you are already swimming in products!
See our Supplies Needed Page for recommendations and additional info,
You’ll receive your personalized login credentials immediately after enrollment, allowing you to begin your course right away.
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Also, for inspiration, browse through some examples of previous The Art of Makeup Student Success stories and work credits.
Yes, our HD virtual platform is accessible on any device with an internet connection, including:
- Computers
- Laptops
- iPads
- Smartphones
You’ll need a smart phone, ipad, or camera to take photos of your work.
You can practice on friends, family, or yourself.
Our instructors strive to grade assignments promptly. We will typically return your results by the next business day.
Upon successful completion of the Course, you can download a signed Completion Certificate that can be printed and framed.
Yes, for The Fundamentals of Makeup Artistry Course we offer multiple payment options:
1) One time payment (best value)
2) 3 month plan
3) 6 month plan
Select your preferred option at checkout. We accept all credit cards as well as ZellePay.
Yes
You are eligible for a refund during the first module for the first 14 days. Once the second module is accessed and Module 2 materials are downloaded, you are no longer eligible for a refund. Full refund policy can be found on the Course page.
Check your local requirements, as they vary by location. Many graduates have started successful careers after graduating, but you must verify legal requirements in your area. You can see our market by market resource guide here for select cities and states across North America.
$30,000 to over $100,000 annually (in the US), varying by experience, skill, and location.
See our Regional Makeup Artist Resource Guides where you can see opportunities and possibilities in different geographic areas around the US and Canada
Yes, courses include business training and ongoing advice. For inspiration, browse through some examples of previous The Art of Makeup Student Success stories and work credits.
Also review are page full of resources about Makeup Artist Career Opportunities
Your certification and portfolio can help you apply for positions at companies like MAC and other cosmetic stores and counters, Ulta, and Sephora.
Yes, The Art of Makeup School is on the MAC school eligibility list for Student Pro Card discounts. We are also approved for the Urban Decay Pro Discount, Make Up For Ever, as well as our online supplier vendors that carry hundreds of brand name cosmetics and hair care products at a discount exclusively for students, graduates and professional makeup artists.
The profession can be highly rewarding, allowing you to build your own business and make an impact in the industry by becoming an influencer, creating your own brand, or creating a life of adventure and travel. For inspiration, browse through some examples of previous The Art of Makeup Student Success stories and work credits.
Also review are page full of resources about Makeup Artist Career Opportunities
Yes, we have makeup artists available t0 hire. Fill out an intake form here: Hire a Makeup Artist
We do not provide scholarships or grants, but we can accept them from outside sources when available. Sign up for our mailing list in the footer below for future announcements.
Yes we do! We offer in-person Workshops and Summer Makeup Camps in Portland, Oregon. Click here to see upcoming scheduling and classes. We also offer a Portfolio Shoot Day and Fashion Week opportunities.