How to Price Yourself as a Freelance Makeup Artist Without Undercutting the Industry Learning how to price yourself as a freelance makeup artist is one of the trickiest parts of building a sustainable career. It’s something even talented artists get wrong constantly. Undercharging doesn’t just hurt you, it hurts the entire industry. It trains clients …
Makeup is not one-size-fits-all, and understanding how different formats demand different approaches is what separates a good artist from a great one. Learning how to apply makeup for different camera formats, whether you’re working TV, print, or runway completely changes how you execute every technique. The makeup that photographs beautifully for a magazine spread is …
Teaching makeup for nearly two decades, I’ve seen the same mistakes over and over. Not because my new students aren’t talented, they are! It’s because certain fundamentals get overlooked, and once you know what to look for, they’re easy to catch and correct and they become pros by the end of the course. The biggest …
Fashion Week is controlled chaos, and the makeup chair is ground zero. Every look I create for the runway has to survive bright lights, sweat, movement, and hours under scrutiny, so prep is everything! I start days before the show speaking with the designer about their vision, studying the lighting setup, and each model’s look. …
The Makeup School That Actually Gets You Where You Want to Go Let’s be honest, anyone can watch a tutorial. But not everyone can sit across from a celebrity makeup artist who has worked with A-listers and actually learn how it’s done in real life, on real sets, with real stakes. That’s exactly what happens …
Valentine’s Day is almost here! In addition to dressing extra pretty, this lovey-dovey day offers the perfect opportunity to play around with different Valentine’s Day makeup ideas. I’m diving into four of my favorites, and sharing all the expert tips you need to slay Valentine’s Day this year! BERRY BEAUTIFUL To create this ultra-enchanting look, …
Glitter makeup looks are a great way to make a serious statement! Whether you’re looking to go all-out for a summer festival or keep things more subtle for a red carpet event, I’m sharing my go-to tips and top products for glistening up your gorgeous look. RAZZLE DAZZLE THEM WITH HIGH DRAMA To make a …
Ready to take your contour makeup to the next level? Look no further than BOSSO’s new Vegan Contour Palette! With three matte shades and three highlights, this cruelty-free ‘cream to powder’ palette melts into skin for the ultimate blended finish. (No wonder it’s a best-seller!) The best part? This palette offers endless options for switching …
Happy Mother’s Day to all of the gorgeous Moms out there! As a mother, I know that chaotic schedules can make it challenging to give our wholehearted attention to our beauty routines. Luckily, I have a few tricks up my sleeve! Displayed by yours truly and some of our favorite celebs, these Mom-friendly makeup moves …
The GLAUDI runway show at LA Fashion Week was a truly magical sight this year! The Bosso team was hard at work backstage, pairing flawless bridal makeup with stunning dresses from the GLAUDI Bridal Collection by designer Johana Hernandez. This is just one of several events that the makeup school graduates get to participate in, …