Makeup Artist Boot Camp is a five-day workshop designed and taught by Colour Box founder and 2016, 2017 and 2018 Guild Award winner Kerry Herta, a master of film/HD techniques and one of the industry's most respected Makeup Dept. Heads. For the first time in 2018, Kerry brings Boot Camp to St. Louis, Vancouver, Austin and Raleigh.
During Boot Camp, Kerry shares her knowledge of the most current products, tools and techniques. Using daily lectures, demonstrations and hands-on makeup projects, beginners and working artists alike will increase their skills, confidence and ability to succeed in this challenging industry.
In addition, in-house professional photographer Michael B. Maine is present each day to provide students with professional images for their makeup portfolios.
To give students the flexibility to learn their craft at a pace and financial investment that is best for them, Makeup Artist Boot Camp is divided into two parts that can be completed together or separately.
Click above for a short film, which captures a single day of the five-day Makeup Artist Boot Camp, by New Orleans-based photographer Alejandro Fuenmayor.
Makeup Artist Boot Camp I
Makeup Artist Boot Camp I is for both aspiring artists and working artists seeking to refine their skills. Every student will be equipped with the techniques and knowledge that form the foundation of every professional makeup project.
Each day, students complete hands-on makeup assignments on live models at a fully-stocked professional makeup station created by Colour Box and supplied with professional-grade products. They will also have access to professional photography to assess their work and document their skills.
After two full days of intensive instruction, artists will understand how to properly plan and complete modern makeup projects. Specific areas of emphasis include:
Makeup Techniques
- Modern Beauty Makeup
- Bridal Makeup
- Men’s Grooming
- Basic HD Makeup
- Eyebrows & Eyelashes
The Makeup Business
- Working with Clients
- Reputation Building & Networking
- Professionalism & Ethics
- Agents, Managers & Labor Unions
- Etiquette
Artist Essentials
- Color Theory
- Facial Anatomy
- Products, Tools & Supplies
- Sanitation & Hygiene
- Skin Preparation
Makeup Artist Boot Camp II
Boot Camp II is designed for experienced artists who seek an in-depth understanding of techniques used in the film and television industries. While this rigorous workshop is designed for artists who complete Boot Camp I, artists with proven experience may qualify to enroll directly in this workshop. Using daily lessons, demonstrations and hands-on makeup lessons, artists will learn:
Makeup Techniques
- Advanced Beauty Makeup
- Advanced HD Makeup
- Fashion
- Editorial
- Film & TV Techniques
- Character Design
- Period Makeup & Eras
- Basic Special FX
- Tattoo Coverage
Technical Essentials
- Editorial/Print Industry
- HD Cameras & Lighting
- Job Preparation
- TV/Film Crews
- Makeup Continuity
- Script Breakdown
The Makeup Business
- Staffing & Hiring
- Budgets
- Outsourcing
- Paperwork