AMUA Blog Posts

February Newsletter – Celebrating the Arrival of New Talents at AMUA

Let's roll out the red carpet for four incredible individuals recently welcomed into our AMUA family, each bringing unique skills and experiences to enhance our student's academic journey. Mimi Palazon: Wig & Hair Department Head With a remarkable career spanning over 25 years, Mimi has left an indelible mark on the world of hair and wig creation. Her transformative work has graced iconic productions such as "The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance," "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2," "The Shape of Water," and even "The Grinch." Now, as part of our dream team, Mimi's here to share her secrets, creativity,…
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Face Paint Tips Tricks and Techniques with Pashur

In this hands-on face paint class, Pashur will show you numerous tips, tricks, and techniques to help you in your face paint endeavors. Pashur will cover glam-style glitter designs to supernatural monsters and everything in between. DEMOS INCLUDE: Linework Techniques Elegant Linework aka Peacock Lines Pixie Eye (one of Pashur's top-selling designs) Glitter Fantasy Eye Designs Glitter Butterfly Elegant Pin Stripe Necklaces Symmetry Face Paint Flames Fast Leopard Spots Tribal Accents Color Pops Drop Shadows Ghosting (Ghost Shadows) Fast Zombie Design (one of Pashur's top-selling designs) Cracked Doll Face Ghoul Ghost Veining Techniques UV Toxic Zombie Fast Gore FX Chrome…
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Halloween Makeup Bookings

Elevate Your Halloween Look with AMUA's Exclusive Makeup Bookings! Embrace a Halloween season like no other as AMUA invites all the spooks and specters in search of mesmerizing and spine-tingling looks! We're thrilled to announce that we are now open for Halloween makeup bookings, ensuring this season is brimming with enchantment. Personalized Pricing for Your Perfect Look: Every makeup artist brings a unique touch to the art of transformation. Your final price will be tailored to your chosen artist's expertise and the specific services you desire. Once you complete the booking form and secure your spot with a $20 booking…
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September Newsletter – Let’s Get Down to Business

September Newsletter – Let’s Get Down to Business

We're having a hard time believing that we're already a month into classes! Our students are thriving and learning so much about beauty, special effects, wig making, photography, drawing, and sculpting. They are working on the makeup, scheduling, and directing their photoshoots to show off their work. And the results are FANTASTIC. But that's not all! Because success in school is never enough for our driven students. Outside of the classroom, we've already completed wigs for the first show in our live theatrical lineup! And we have a packed fall season ahead of us. Read on to get your tickets…
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Academy of Makeup Arts Fall Break Zombie Makeup Camp

Academy of Makeup Arts Fall Break Zombie Makeup Camp

https://theamua.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Zombie-Walk-2.mp4Academy of Makeup Arts Fall Break Zombie Makeup Camp Get ready to unleash your creativity and delve into the fascinating world of special effects makeup at the Academy of Makeup Arts' thrilling 2-day Fall Break Zombie Makeup Camp! If you've ever been captivated by the artistry behind crafting spine-chilling zombies seen in your favorite movies, this is your chance to learn the techniques from the experts themselves. Event Details:Date: October 12-13, 2023Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (both days)Venue: Academy of Makeup Arts, 299 Plus Park Blvd, Nashville, TN 37217Target Audience: Junior High through High school students  Experience Film-Quality Zombie Creations:During…
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Mingle & Makeup: Celebrating 12 Years of AMUA’s Connections

🌟 You're Invited to AMUA's 12th Anniversary Networking Extravaganza! 🌟 Join us in celebrating a remarkable journey of creativity, skill, and connection as the Academy of Make Up Arts (AMUA) marks its 12th year of shaping dreams and shaping faces. This momentous occasion calls for a grand gathering of students, faculty, alumni, partners, ambassadors, and friends who have been the true architects of our success. 🎨 **Event Highlights** 🎨 🌈 **Student Showcase:** Witness the culmination of hard work, imagination, and talent as our students proudly unveil their awe-inspiring creations. From avant-garde to classic beauty, be prepared to be amazed by…
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August Newsletter

August Newsletter

So much has happened during our summer break, as well as our first week back to class! We'll do our best to fit it all into one newsletter, so come see what we've been up to! Summer Camps Campers joined us from all over Tennessee (and a few from farther away) to learn the ins and outs of special effects makeup. From 2-D cuts and bruises to creating realistic blood effects, these campers learned a ton! Our photography instructor, Chuck, took the opportunity to make a fun zombie short film from our Movie Magic Makeup Camp. Check it out! (PSST!…
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AMUA Virtual Open House

Chat with Admissions & Instructors at our Virtual Open House! Join us for an immersive virtual experience where you'll get an in-depth look at our programs, meet our instructors, and hear inspiring success stories from our alumni. Reserve your spot today and discover the possibilities that await!
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Summer Camps and Workshops

Are you an aspiring artist, eager to dive into the thrilling world of special effects makeup, costuming, or photography? Do you dream of honing your skills and taking your career to new heights? If you answered with an enthusiastic "yes," then we have some extraordinary news for you! The Academy of Make Up Arts, a renowned institution dedicated to nurturing the talents of creatives like you, is excited to present its lineup of exhilarating summer camps and workshops. Lighting Workshop: Don't Be Afraid Of The Dark | June 2-3 from 9am to 3pm Led by experienced photographer (and our photography…
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Virtual Admissions Event

Register for our next Virtual Information Session on January 24!