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The Art of Makeup is an independently owned and operated boutique school dedicated to education in the art, business, and techniques of professional makeup artistry.
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Student Life
Whether you take a single-day class as a hobby or a full certificate program for a career in professional makeup artistry, The Art of Makeup School can be your creative space to learn, experiment, and grow as a makeup artist.
About Art of Makeup
Located in Portland, Oregon, The Art of Makeup School is dedicated to supplying quality education in the art, business, and techniques of professional makeup artistry for the film, television, theater, media, special effects and fashion industries.
Instructors
All classes taught by experienced and professional working makeup artists specializing in the subjects that they teach. Character & Special FX program instructors include globally recognized award-winning Hollywood makeup artists.
Celena Rubin
Kelli Gasaway
Linda Wong
Alma Cedillo
Christina Braun
Todd Debreceni
Kevon Ward
Diane Trapp
Michael Peterson
Alexander McPherson
Rachael Wagner
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These profile and career highlights from some of our trained makeup artists demonstrate how The Art of Makeup is a resource for continued support, networking, and job placement assistance.
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Read the latest news and information on The Art of Makeup School course offerings, guest instructors, and industry opportunities.
The Party! A 10 Year Celebration
To celebrate The Art of Makeup’s 10-year anniversary we decided to have a small meaningful gathering of those who are most important to us. We invited those who are close to us and those who have supported us along the way. We invited student graduates, and industry that has shown interest in hiring them. It’s […]- August 1, 2022
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Oregon Film & TV Production
Oregon won recognition over time as a beautiful destination for film production long before filming Twilight and even The Goonies, but it’s only gaining more traction due to the abundance of creators and artists that spend their days bustling through the state. Besides favorite indie films shot in and around Portland such as Wild and […]- July 4, 2022
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Our Catalog
The official course catalog for The Art of Makeup School includes program courses and descriptions, enrollment, and admissions policies, pricing, required supplies, and applicable terms & conditions.