The Makeup Artistry Course

Start an Exciting New Hobby or Career in Makeup Artistry

Features of our online Makeup Artistry Course

The Makeup Artistry Course is provided online.
You study at home, in your own time and at your own pace.

Makeup Artistry Course

Cutting edge diploma course in makeup artistry taught by industry leading makeup artists

High Definition Video Content

Access to 24+ hours of HD video content and tutorials

24/7 Support

Ask for assistance at any time

Exclusive Facebook Group

An opportunity to connect with other students globally

Product Discounts

Discounts on makeup tools and products

Payment Options

Flexible payment options

Portfolio

Free online portfolio to display your work

Guarantee

7 day money back guarantee

Personal Tutor

Personal tutor to assist you and mark your assignments

The Online Makeup Artistry Course

This is a cutting edge professional makeup artistry course written by some of the best working Makeup Artists in their field. The aim of this course is to provide you with the knowledge and skills required for a career as a professional Makeup Artist or as a keen hobbyist. This is an up-to-date and comprehensive course covering every aspect of makeup artistry.

Makeup Artistry Course Outline

The Professional Makeup Artistry Course is delivered online and consists of 12 modules and 12 corresponding assignments. You can study in your own time and at your own pace to get the most out of every module. Normally, you would expect to be dedicating an average of about 4-6 hours per week for 24 weeks. However, many students take up to one year to complete their studies because of family or work commitments. Extensions are available for purchase if required.

Makeup Artistry Course Videos

This course provides students with exclusive access to over 24 hours of professionally shot HD video tutorials. These videos complement the course modules by explaining makeup techniques and processes as well as demonstrating historic, iconic, and on-trend makeup designs.

Makeup Artistry Workshops

Expand your knowledge and skills with our online, live workshops. As a student enrolled in our course, you’ll gain exclusive access to our exceptional lineup of online sessions, carefully curated to empower you on your learning journey.

Makeup Artistry Advanced Modules

Students have the opportunity to delve deeper into specific areas of interest in makeup by purchasing Advanced Modules. These are similar to short courses and are specially formulated materials to challenge motivated students to achieve more.

Equipment & Student Discounts

The first module of the Professional Makeup Artistry course will cover everything you need to make an informed decision on current and future makeup purchases. To help with this, we have joined forces with leading makeup brands to provide students with incredible savings of up to 40% on makeup products and equipment. Students also have the option to purchase a custom kit, which has been specially created by the author herself!

The Institute of Makeup Artistry, New Zealand

The Institute of Makeup Artistry offers you the most advanced and comprehensive online solution to learning available today. We offer the most thorough home study course in makeup artistry using the very latest online learning techniques. Our commitment to providing the highest quality training program has resulted in unique teaching and student support systems, which produce unparalleled results.

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Accreditation

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The Makeup Artistry Course Author

Rachel Dal Santo, the author of the Professional Makeup Artistry course, is a makeup artist with over 30 years’ experience in and has worked in all facets of the Makeup Industry. The opportunity to teach her craft and pass on her knowledge and passion for makeup artistry is now Rachel’s main focus. She is passionate about passing her knowledge onto you!

Tatiana Stutz - Guest Makeup Artist

Tatiana Stutz studied as a student under Rachel, demonstrating a strong curiosity, passion, and desire to step outside the boundaries of conventional makeup. Tatiana has utilised Instagram and her passion for photography to share her more experimental, Avant Garde creations. She is now a successful makeup influencer with a substantial social media following. What started as a side project became the doorway to countless opportunities such as working with major makeup brands like Kat Von D Beauty. Throughout the course, Tatiana will appear as a guest makeup artist to demonstrate various makeup designs. To see more of Tatiana's work, visit her Instagram page.

Jonas Leriche - Key contributor

Jonas Leriche is an Art Director and Fine Art Photographer that works with a highly skilled set of Makeup Artists to create breathtaking art pieces. Through his work, Jonas aims to transform individual models into dramatic, iconic figures that tap into a deeper level of experience, melancholy, and mortality. Jonas and his team are excited to be involved with The Institute of Makeup Artistry. "Transforming emotions, intentional or unconscious ideas into gripping images: this is what matters to me..." - Jonas Leriche

The Makeup Artistry Course Tutors

Our handpicked tutors are not only great teachers but experts in their fields.

Eryn Shannon

Eryn Shannon is a hair and makeup artist with over fifteen years of experience with a unique range of experience within the beauty, fashion and wedding industries.

Nolene de Jager

Nothing excites Nolene more than gaining knowledge in creativity and sharing it with others.

Rachel Dal Santo

Rachel Dal Santo, the author of the Professional Makeup Artistry course, is a makeup artist with over 30 years’ experience in many sectors of the makeup industry.

Catherine Farren-Price

Catherine has taught art, makeup, and special effects extensively over the past 30 years.

Makeup Artistry Online Course Reviews

Take a moment to read some of our graduate testimonials.

Shemea Te Atakahurangi Rurehe Tata

Hawkes Bay

I loved my experience with The Institute of Makeup Artistry. Their team, the Facebook community and most of all, my tutor Catherine.

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Ruby Gail Nancy Tait

Richmond

I highly recommend this to anyone interested in learning more about makeup for personal or professional reasons; you will learn and grow so much as you complete each module.

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Jaimee Farland

Auckland

I learned so much from my amazing tutor and discovered how to do things I didn't even know I was capable of.

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Liam-Calaeb Richard-Howes

Palmerston North

I didn't expect to have such a great experience with a tutor via an online format. It was really empowering, and I enjoyed my tutor's feedback and the benefits of her depths of experience, bringing forward ideas from artist to artist.

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Olivia Morrison

Christchurch

I have loved the course every minute and have learnt so much to pursue my career as a makeup artist.

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Linda Shirley Nakhshab - Green

Rangiora

The course did more than teach me new skills and techniques. It brought me into contact with lots of new people, drew me back to the theatre and out into my local community after living overseas for many years.

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Makeup Artistry Course Student Portfolios

All of our students are provided a free portfolio website to display their work.

Course Fees

We offer a number of flexible payment options.

Pay in Full

Save $100.00

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$999.00

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Weekly Plan

24 Weekly Payments

$1,099.00

$45.79

per week

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Monthly Plan

6 Monthly Payments

$1,099.00

$183.17

per month

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All prices are displayed in NZD.

Money Back Guarantee

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The Institute of Makeup Artistry

Level 1, Te Ahi Building,
13 Camp Street,
Queenstown 9300

International locations

We offer our course in over 10 countries around the world.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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