A Makeup artist is a professional who:
- Uses the human body as a canvas to enhance the customer’s appearance or transform it completely.
- Highlight positive attributes besides hiding the flaws and imperfections using cosmetic techniques & procedures.
- Works to augment personality, improve confidence level and self-belief of the customer.
- Collaborate with fashion designers to visualize the concepts to present the new collection.
- Uses prosthetics and Makeup artistry to bring alive the characters imagined by the writer and directors.
- Uses cosmetics besides prosthetics to facilitate special effects and performances for films, television, photography, and theatre.
Skills pertinent to becoming a Makeup artist:
- Excellent Communication Skills: Communication skills entail both listening as well as speaking. A makeup artist should be an excellent listener to understand the client’s brief and his specific requirements besides his concerns. Good communication skills will not only help the Makeup artist to dispel the client’s concerns but also explain the strategy and procedure to affect the desired results. In addition, it will help Makeup artists build clientele and hence grow their business. Communication skills also come in handy to clearly define the roles of subordinates/team and avoid any confusion in the passing of instructions.
- Art of adaptability and flexibility: Makeup artists should be prepared to adapt fast as per the evolving needs. He should not be rigid, prepared for any scenario where he may have to re-evaluate the look, and should be open to suggestions.
- Creative Skills: Basis the client’s brief, the Makeup artist should be able to sketch the relevant ideas to take the client’s approval before starting the procedure. Besides this, Makeup artist must be able to use his creativity to come up with innovative unforgettable looks
- Additional skills: Interest in hair styling will help Makeup artists recommend the ideal type consistent with the makeup look. In addition, if the Makeup artist has additional skills of hairstyling, he will not only earn more money but also earn the client’s confidence since the client is getting a synergy besides saving both money and time.
- Makeup expert: It will help if the Makeup artist has done some course. Makeup artist courses in Delhi will not only help in in-depth understanding but also provide competencies in various allied resources like skin science, skincare, beauty & general cosmetology, color theory, facial anatomy, use of cosmetic products basis varied skin/hair types, and bone structure, the chemistry of the products, etc. Moreover, detailed understanding and knowledge of various makeup tools, trends, and techniques will ensure success. In addition, he will also learn about makeup techniques that take into consideration the lighting, occasions, surrounding colours, backdrops, etc.
- Ensure high hygiene & safety standards along with proper sanitation. Washing off all the tools and equipment after use is a must.
- Attention to detail: “Finesse” is what differentiates an amateur from a Professional Makeup artist. Proper training will not only ensure a flawless look but also inculcate patience and the ability to maintain concentration for extended hours and not miss the minutest of details.
- Time management: It is a critical skill that every Makeup artist must possess. He must adhere to all the timelines and commitments besides working efficiently and diligently to meet the client’s expectations and that too on time.
- Ability to work under pressure: Makeup artists will always be working under pressure with last-minute additions or changes. He should always be able to think on his roes and be prepared for any emergency. He should never show pressure in his actions and should remain calm and plan his strategy besides being confident in whatever he is proposing or doing.
- Well maintained current portfolio of work
So, why wait and register for Makeup artist courses in Delhi.
