Portobello Make Up Artist Course. Part time. Portobello Institute

There has been huge growth in the Irish entertainment and cosmetic industry increasing the employment opportunities of qualified and skilled make up artists. The cosmetic and film industry place high demands on make up artists and Portobello Institute's course provides you with the skills required for this exciting and challenging industry. This all embracing creative evening course is specifically designed to completely equip you with the necessary tools to work in all areas of Media Make Up. Your portfolio will prepare you for work in the retail and fashion arena - brands, catwalk, catalogue and editorial.

Qualifications gained

Portobello Institute Diploma in Make Up Artistry
ITEC Facial Make Up Certificate (optional)

Entry requirement

Entry to this course is by direct application to the college. There are no previous academic requirements.

Course structure

The course is delivered 1 evening per week over 32 weeks.

Course content modules

Facial Make Up
This is the foundation module of the Make Up Artistry course where you will learn face, lip and eye shapes, skin tones, how to prepare the skin for makeup, contour & highlighting.
Fashion Theatre & Media Make Up
Preparing you to work in a variety of settings such as a fashion shoot, media creation or theatre setting is the essential element of this module. Throughout the module you will learn about fashion, editorial, catalogue & catwalk and photographic make up. You will learn theatrical and character makeup, 3 dimensional make up, contouring, colour therapy, body art and temporary tattooing. You will also learn about fantasy make up, period makeup, anatomy and physiology of the head, skin diseases and disorders cosmetic science.
Portfolio Presentation
As a Make Up Artist, your portfolio is the tool that will sell your skills to a potential employer. It is very important that your portfolio is presented in a professional yet original manner. Portobello Institute assist and guide you through the techniques required to prepare a portfolio to the highest standard. Assessment Criteria: Modular theory and practical exams, portfolio examinations.

Student Kit

Students have a choice between; a MAC Kit @ £318 approx (brushes not included) + €64 approx for small Sunaura Kit that compliments the MAC Kit. OR Sunaura Kit @ €294 approx (this includes €64 approx for small Sunaura kit). Brush kit is also required, Sunaura Brush Kit approx €76. Students are required to purchase their own make-up kits directly from the suppliers. Please contact us for supplier details. Please allow approx 10 working days for MAC kits, and approx 5 working days for Sunaura Kits.

Booking

Course Cost: €1823

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