FUNDAMENTALS OF MAKEUP ARTISTRY

Phase I

3 to 5 WEEKS

Description of Phase I

The student will learn the education behind Makeup Artistry. An educated MUA will stand out from the other self proclaimed MUA's by being knowledgeable about the Industry, Sanitation Rules and Color Theory. Student have fun recreating Makeup Artists/Client scenarios when they master Communication and Consultation, See skin conditions layers beneath the surface in a skin analyzer when you learn the Basics of Skincare Plus so much more....

CURRICULUM

Being Prepared

Sanitation

Steps in a Makeup Application

Communication/Consultation

Profiling Clients

Creating Face Charts

Assisting a Key Artist

Set Etiquette

Facial and Eye Shapes

Foundation Matching

Color Theory

Basic Skincare

Tools of the Trade

Placement of Shadow

ADVANCED TECHNIQUE

Phase II

10 to 14 WEEKS

Description of Phase II

 The student will graduate to the main floor and leave the classroom behind. Taking the knowledge learned in phase 1 they will start to embark on a new career, a new way of looking at Makeup Artistry and applying it to their everyday lives. In this phase they will get to test their skills on looks such as the smokey eye or Bridal or even a period in time. 

CURRICULUM

Review Basic Placement of Shadows

von Loudons' Technique for perfect Shadow Application

Face Shape Correction

Lip Correction

Eye Shape Correction

Highlight and Contour

Blush Application

Lip Application

Smokey Eye

Makeup Trends

Bridal Makeup

Daytime to Evening Makeup

Start Portfolio Layout

Pro MUA Discount programs discussed

STREET MARKETING

Phase III

3 to 4 WEEKS

Description of Phase III

During Street Marketing the student will

complete their portfolio, create a Business name, write a mission statement, design and order their business cards, purchase their Assumed name (their business name) and start their first three pages of their website....YES when you leave IMUA you will own your own business!!!!

F/X MAKEUP

Special effects is now included in the tuition

4 weeks of horrific and fantasy fun LEARN HOW TO MOLD YOUR OWN SCARS & BULLET HOLES.

PLUS NEW CLASSES OFFERED creating looks like Zombie, Frozen, Dead, Fantasy and looking into the magical world of Body Painting

YOU RECEIVE A COMPLETE KIT INCLUDED IN YOUR TUITION

The Institute of Makeup Artistry is a place of creative learning. We make every effort to touch on each subject listed above. However, do to unforeseen circumstances the curriculum may change. Also, classes may extend over the 24 weeks, not to exceed 26 weeks if at all possible taking into consideration holidays or weather related circumstances. It is crucial that students make every effort to attend all scheduled classes. Do to unforeseen circumstances occasionally class times and dates may be rescheduled or a substitute instructor will facilitate the curriculum set forth by their original Instructor. Field hours are posted at the school or sent out via email, text or social media. It is not the responsibility of the Institution to schedule the students and IMUA can not be held liable if a student fails to participate in Field Training. Field Training may consist of event set up or tear down, executing special projects, assisting in the application of makeup, organizing fashion shows, magazine shoots, commercial shoots or participating in events created by one of our sponsors. IMUA encourages the students to participate in at least 20 hrs. of Field Training. However this is not mandatory.