Foundational Makeup Artistry for 11 to 15 Year Olds Short Course
Course description
Course overview
This course offers an exciting opportunity to develop the foundational skills needed to explore the world of makeup artistry. With the aim to foster creativity whilst teaching the importance of hygiene and proper tool usage, you'll practice your skills with tutor support.
Through engaging lectures, practical demonstrations and exercises, you'll gain an insight into key makeup techniques such as skin preparation, foundation application, contouring and blending. You'll also explore the basics of colour theory and learn how to enhance facial features with age-appropriate looks.
By the end of the course, you'll have developed a well-rounded understanding of makeup artistry, and the confidence to continue your passion and journey in beauty.
Who this course is for
- Students aged 11 to 15 with a passion for makeup artistry, including beginners
- Students aiming to build an understanding of makeup application, colour theory and skin care
- Students willing to work on models or each other
Key information
Topics covered
- Basics of skin preparation, hygiene and makeup tool usage
- Foundation, concealer and contouring techniques for beginners
- Eye makeup application, including eyeshadow, eyeliner and mascara
- Introduction to colour theory and its application in makeup
- Hands-on practice creating simple, age-appropriate makeup looks
Learning outcomes
- Able to understand and apply basic makeup abilities
- Be familiar with makeup tools and hygiene practices
- Develop an understanding to create simple and age-appropriate looks
- Receive a digital badge and certificate of attendance
- Develop an open-minded approach to art and design
- Experience art school teaching
For practical information about our kids and teens courses, take a look at our kids and teens information hub. This includes details of our policies on safeguarding, food allergies, learning requirements and online study.
Materials
- Notebook and pen
- Any face wipes that work best for your skin
Tutor
Valerie Lawson
Valerie has delivered multiple beauty masterclasses as well as training over 200 pro-artists with MAC Cosmetics. She was appointed Artistic Director of Maybelline NY, Ghana (2020/2021), the first artist to be assigned that position in Ghana, Africa.
She has amassed loyal clients from various fields and countries. Her current roster includes H.E. Kamala Harris (The Vice President of The United States of America), H.E. Erna Solberg (Norwegian Prime Minister), Mrs. Reeta Roy(President Mastercard Foundation), H.E. Mrs. Samira Bawumia (2nd Lady, Republic of Ghana), Ms. Bozoma St.John (Chief Marketing Officer - Netflix) and H.E. AnneÌ Sophie (French Ambassador to Ghana) among other great and beautiful women.
Over the last 16 years Valerie, through her company CVL Beauty, has built a very loyal and an engaging community that benefits from a brand that focuses on policy-making, beauty educational masterclasses and accessible and functional beauty product supply.
Valerie is keen on leveraging her influence and high network value to transform the Global Beauty Industry.
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