Master High-End Commercial and Editorial Makeup Artistry

Fashion and editorial makeup is one of the most creatively demanding — and most respected — specialisms in the industry,opening doors into photo shoots,catwalk shows,commercial campaigns and editorial publications.Our Accredited Fashion,Editorial&Catwalk Make Up Course teaches you the full range of skills needed to create innovative,high-end makeup looks and work confidently in fast-paced commercial and backstage environments.

This course is suitable for makeup artists wishing to work in commercial areas such as photo shoots,catwalk shows and editorial publications,giving you both the creative technique and the practical business knowledge to build a genuine freelance career.

Flexible Study Options

We know students have different schedules and learning styles,which is why our fashion makeup course is delivered in a way that suits you:

Online Learning via Video Call

Study your theory modules online at your own pace,from anywhere in the UK.Once ready,complete your practical training and assessment live over video call with one of our experienced tutors.

In-Person Training Centre Attendance

Attend hands-on practical training at our Tamworth training centre,working directly with experienced tutors as you build your fashion and editorial makeup technique.

In-Salon Training

We can also deliver your fashion makeup training in salon,so you can learn in a real working environment.

Every route leads to the same accredited qualification.

Why This Course is a Smart Investment

Fashion and editorial makeup artists work across some of the most creatively rewarding and well-regarded areas of the industry,from catwalk shows to commercial campaigns and editorial shoots.It’s also overwhelmingly freelance work,meaning the business skills to run yourself as a professional are just as valuable as the makeup technique itself.

By completing this course,you can build a genuinely diverse portfolio spanning fashion,editorial and catwalk work,understand how to work confidently in fast-paced backstage and studio environments,and set yourself up as a properly equipped freelance makeup artist from day one.

What You Will Learn

Foundations:The Role of the Fashion Makeup Artist

You Will Learn:

• The role of the professional makeup artist
• Model preparation
• Beauty makeup and natural looks(the“no makeup”makeup look)
• Makeup application for diverse and deeper skin tones

Why This Matters

Understanding the professional makeup artist’s role — and being confident applying makeup across all skin tones — is the foundation every fashion and editorial artist needs before moving into more advanced,creative technique.

Contouring,Skin Finishes and Colour Theory

You Will Learn:

• Enhancing cheekbones,lips and correcting face shape using contouring for strong editorial looks
• How to choose and apply different skin finishes
• Advanced colour theory and colour harmonies

Career Benefits

Confident contouring and a genuine understanding of colour theory is what allows you to design a look intentionally,rather than just copying a reference image — a skill photographers and designers notice immediately.

Editorial and Fashion Technique

This is the heart of the course,where you’ll learn the named,specific techniques the industry actually uses.

You Will Learn:

• Named editorial“hero looks”:fresh-faced glossy/dewy skin,sun-kissed glow,and the classic red-lip and liner look
• False eyelashes,strip and flare,and their application
• Analysing trends in editorial,couture and ready-to-wear makeup
• What a designer’s or photographer’s brief is,and how to use a mood board
• Blocking out eyebrows
• Facial adornment for catwalk and editorial purposes,using materials like gold and silver leaf,gems,stencils and glitter
• Whitening the face for high-impact photography

Why This Matters

Learning named,industry-standard looks and materials — rather than a vague idea of“editorial makeup”— means you can execute exactly what a brief calls for,quickly and confidently.

Lighting and Photography-Specific Technique

You Will Learn:

• How lighting affects makeup application
• Black&white photography-specific makeup adaptation

Why This Matters

Makeup that looks perfect to the naked eye can read completely differently under studio lighting or in black and white — understanding this is what separates artists who understand photography from those who only understand makeup.

Backstage and Business Essentials

You Will Learn:

• Backstage speed techniques for quick base and brow application
• Catwalk backstage etiquette
• Freelance business essentials:insurance,contracts,invoicing and accounts

Why This Matters

Fashion and editorial work is fast-paced and overwhelmingly freelance — knowing how to work quickly backstage,and how to run yourself professionally as a freelancer,is just as important as the makeup skill itself.

Practical Training and Assessment

Your fashion,editorial and catwalk makeup course is delivered over 7 days,combining theory with extensive hands-on practical training.You will need to bring your own kit and models for your practical sessions.

Certification

Certification is awarded on successful completion of your fashion makeup course.

Please note:each student has a maximum of 6 months to complete this course once enrolled.

Investment In Your Future

This fashion,editorial and catwalk makeup course is a smart way to build a genuinely diverse,high-end makeup career.Graduates go on to work on photo shoots,catwalk shows,editorial publications and commercial campaigns,or build a successful freelance business equipped with both the creative technique and business knowledge to succeed.

Pay in Full or Spread the Cost

Klarna is available at checkout,allowing you to spread the cost of your fashion makeup training and get started sooner.Gift vouchers are also available.

Start Your Fashion Makeup Career Today

Gain the creative technique and business knowledge to work confidently in fashion,editorial and catwalk makeup.Get in touch with our teamto book your place or ask about upcoming course dates.

Course Structure

• 7-day coursecombining theory and extensive practical training
• You will need to bring your own kit and modelsfor your practical sessions
• Coversfashion,editorial and catwalk technique,including lighting,colour theory and backstage practice
• Includesfreelance business essentials— insurance,contracts,invoicing and accounts
• Certification awarded on completion
• Must be completed within 6 monthsof enrolment
• Klarna payment plans availableat checkout

FAQ Section

How long does the Fashion,Editorial&Catwalk Make Up Course take?The course is delivered over 7 days.

Do I need previous makeup experience to join this course?This course is designed for makeup artists wishing to work in commercial areas such as photo shoots and catwalk shows,so some existing makeup experience is recommended.

Do I need to bring my own kit and models?Yes,you will need to bring your own kit and models for your practical sessions.

Will I learn business skills as well as makeup technique?Yes,the course includes freelance business essentials such as insurance,contracts,invoicing and accounts,alongside the creative makeup technique.

Can I study this course online?Yes,you can complete the theory modules online at your own pace,then complete your practical training and assessment live over video call with one of our tutors.In-person training at our Tamworth training centre,or in your own salon,is also available.

How long do I have to complete the course?Each student has a maximum of 6 months to complete the course once enrolled.

Can I pay for my course in instalments?Yes,flexible payment plans are available through Klarna at checkout.