How long does it take you to do a client's makeup? Do you wish you could work faster? Do you feel rushed when you have a time deadline and worry that the quality of your work will suffer? I'm sure you've heard many times, if you want to get faster, you need to practice more.… Continue reading How to become a faster makeup artist
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My “Secret Weapon” for Makeup Artist Success
One of the most common questions I get asked by aspiring makeup artists is "how can I book more clients?" Sometimes other artists are surprised when I tell them my greatest source of new clients and makeup jobs. can you guess what it might be? As an agency-represented makeup artist, many people assume I get… Continue reading My “Secret Weapon” for Makeup Artist Success
Marketing for Makeup Artists: using Google my Business to book more clients
While social media platforms like Instagram can be a great way to attract potential clients to your freelance makeup business, if you rely solely on Instagram, you are missing out on potential bookings. Not everyone is on instagram! Many of your potential clients will be using Google to find a makeup artist - so it… Continue reading Marketing for Makeup Artists: using Google my Business to book more clients
Makeup Artist Advice: Book more clients with Instagram
Instagram is such a popular marketing tool for makeup artists and hairstylists, and that makes sense, for it is a fantastic visual content platform. Instagram can be so much more than just somewhere to display your portfolio; it's a great place to attract potential clients, connect with them, and establish relationships so they will eventually… Continue reading Makeup Artist Advice: Book more clients with Instagram
In my makeup kit: My favourite makeup brushes
As a working professional makeup artist, I have a LOT of brushes in my kit (too scared to count them actually!!) I'm often asked what brushes I love and what are the best brushes. Of course, its a personal choice, but this week, I'm chatting about some of my favourites. As makeup trends and products… Continue reading In my makeup kit: My favourite makeup brushes
Bridal trials: Advice for freelance makeup artists and hairstylists
When you're a freelance makeup artist or hairstylist working in the wedding space, a big part of your work will be doing trials (sometimes called previews) for your brides-to-be. In addition to brides, I'm finding increasing number of formal girls (and their mums!) are requesting trials as well. I get a lot of questions about… Continue reading Bridal trials: Advice for freelance makeup artists and hairstylists
Creating your own Makeup Line – Interview with Kylie Eustace
Many makeup artists dream of starting their own makeup line. For Kylie Eustace, that dream became a reality. Kylie is a qualified, professional hairdresser, salon owner and makeup artist. She has been a finalist in the Australian Beauty Industry - Makeup Artist of the year Awards and the Australian Hair Fashion Awards multiple times over… Continue reading Creating your own Makeup Line – Interview with Kylie Eustace
Tax time tips for Makeup Artists
End of Financial Year... time to get your accounts in order and file your taxes! But in this last few days before the EOFY, here's a couple of tips to save you (at least in the long run!)
Why you should enter Makeup Artist competitions
Have you ever entered a makeup artist competition? Have you ever WON a competition? Being a competition or award winner looks great on your resume, and provides more social validation in the eyes of your potential clients, whether they be brides and personal clients, or decision makers in the commercial and editorial industry. Full… Continue reading Why you should enter Makeup Artist competitions
Makeup artist anxiety during the Covid-19 pandemic
While many makeup artists are super excited about getting back to work, I’m constantly reading comments about how anxious some artists are. That anxiety ranges from “how can I keep myself and my clients safe?” to “what if I (or my client) has Covid-19 and is asymptomatic?” even to thoughts of “will I remember how… Continue reading Makeup artist anxiety during the Covid-19 pandemic