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If you're passionate about makeup and want to turn that passion into a career, professional training is the first step.

My makeup artist training courses are designed to give aspiring artists a strong foundation in professional techniques while sharing the real-world knowledge needed to work confidently with clients.

With experience across bridal, television, events, and commercial work, I bring practical industry insight into every lesson.

Each training session is hands-on, supportive, and tailored to your skill level.

This training is for:

• Beginners wanting to start a career in makeup
• Artists wanting to refine their techniques
• Freelancers looking to improve their client work
• Those wanting guidance from an experienced working artist

Become a makeup artist…

What you’ll learn:

Professional Techniques

• Skin preparation for long-wear makeup
• Flawless foundation and complexion work
• Contour, bronzer and blush placement
• Eye makeup techniques and blending

Client & Industry Skills

• Professional kit building
• Client consultations
• Working efficiently on clients
• Industry tips for bridal and events

Why Learn with Kirstie?

With experience working across bridal, television, events, and commercial projects, I bring practical, real-world industry knowledge into every lesson.

My goal is to not only teach technique, but also help aspiring artists understand how the makeup industry works, how to build confidence with clients, and how to develop their own artistry style.

Modules:

  • Skincare, skin preparation for makeup

  • Tools and hygiene

  • Eyes, lips, face

  • Colour theory, colour matching and correction

  • Day and evening looks - natural to glam

  • Bridal Makeup

  • Working with various ages (teen to mature)

  • Conducting a client consultation

  • Business basics, pricing, marketing

What’s included:

  • Hands-on student learning

  • Tutor Support

  • Certificate of attainment

  • Product usage

  • Industry insights and advice

Learn more

  • No, you do not need experience. to enrol in this course. You need a passion for beauty and makeup and a willingness to learn.

  • No, you do not need a makeup kit. Products will be provided for you to use. I believe that each artist has their own style and preference for certain products/brands. You should be allowed to trial things before committing to things you may not use. I will provide advice on products, as well as allow you to look through my professional kit.

  • Absolutely. Doing makeup on others is important and how you apply the theory that you’ve learned. Having models of different ages and backgrounds is how to best broaden your skills. Dates will be provided beforehand so you have time to source models, if not, I can assist in finding some.

  • While professional experience is not necessary, having a basic understanding of makeup is helpful. This is something we can discuss beforehand and identify any knowledge gaps you may have.

  • The classes will be hosted at my studio in Seaside Park, Otahuhu.

  • A deposit is required in order to secure your spot on the course. Payment can be split across 4 instalments if needed.

Learn the artistry, techniques, and industry knowledge needed to begin your journey as a professional makeup artist.