From Vaudeville to RuPaul: A Look at the History of Drag Queen Makeup
Makeup has been a form of expression for centuries, and drag queens understand this better than anyone. The tradition began as a way to fill a void in early 17th-century theater and has evolved into an expression of one’s uniqueness.
Breaking into Editorial as a new MUA: Collaboration is KEY
The leaders, the creators, the influencers… the editorial artists. Mixing technique and skill with artistry and vision is what creates editorial artists, and they rarely work in a vacuum. Editorial work is largely part of being a team… creating an editorial piece that speaks to the world of fashion, beauty and culture as a whole. […]
The Bridal Makeup Artist Advantage
Want to be a professional makeup artist? Specializing in weddings is a great way for a new MUA to get a business growing… and with most weddings held on weekends, it’s the perfect way to keep your Monday – Friday job when you’re just starting out.
Let’s Do It: First Steps To Become A Makeup Artist
Many girls still in their teens discover secrets of makeup and learn to create unique images on their face with the help of cosmetics. Sometimes such a passion turns into a makeup artist profession, which is inextricably linked with dreams of becoming world-famous, working with celebrities, preparing models for shows, and receiving delighted comments and […]
Congrats, You Graduated From The Makeup School, NOW WHAT?
Building your name and reputation In order to get clients, you will need to start making a name for yourself. This includes having your own website and working on marketing yourself, whether in-person or on social media. This is also how potential clients can contact you and view your work before they decide to book […]
What It Means To Work As A Makeup Artist
_Makeup artists seem to live the ultimate glamorous and glitzy life. With opportunities to travel all over the world, work backstage on models who walk the runway, apply makeup on the faces of famous celebrities and many more, becoming a professional makeup artist seems relatively easy and straightforward. However, there’s more to it than simply […]
New York-Inspired Photo Shoot at Nina Mua
Fueling anyone’s inner passion is one of our goals. If we are able to help, we would love to take the challenge! Hence, the New York-Inspired Photo Shoot at Nina Mua for our March event. This was held not only to gather a sweet group of aspiring makeup artists, but also to give them a […]
July 4th, 2018 Event Recap at Nina Mua
Flashback Friday is here! Let’s do a little recap of our 4th of July event held last June 29 at the Nina Mua studio with none other than Lauren Whitworth. We celebrated a great American holiday with a British twist! We also partnered with our friends from SkinLab to make this workshop possible. The event […]
Fields You Can Work In As A Makeup Artist
So you’ve finally graduated from makeup school, and maybe you’re feeling a little lost in what you want to specialize in. It’s not true that you can only do one specific type of makeup, there are many fields that are in need of your skills. Have a look at the list below, and see which […]
5 Reasons To Trust Your Makeup Artist
Whether you’re attending an important event or simply looking for a better way to apply a flawless application, there’s no doubt that a professional makeup artist knows all the tips and tricks to help you look your best. While handing over the reins to your makeup artist may make you feel like you’re losing control, […]
