IMATS Battle of the Brushes is Back! Our Past Students’ Success
18
Nov
By Claire Mints
Alumni Spotlight, Alumni Stories, Announcements, General, ,

IMATS Battle of the Brushes is Back! Our Past Students’ Success

For 26 years IMATS Battle of the Brushes has been challenging students and recent graduates to go above and beyond to create incredible makeup looks. After a short hiatus, the challenge is back in LA! So to get you all excited, we're remembering all of our students and graduates who competed and won at the IMATS Battle of the Brushes competition. Remember that this is an international competition, so you'll be competing with the best worldwide AND have the opportunity to compete around the globe! Submit your IMATS entries here! Our Battle of the Brushes Alumni: Allie Corzine graduated from…
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Giving Thanks at Our Professional Makeup School
07
Nov
By Claire Mints
Announcements, General

Giving Thanks at Our Professional Makeup School

There's much to be thankful for here at the Academy of Make Up Arts as we celebrate 11 years of teaching! From our incredible instructors and staff to our hardworking students and alumni, we know we've hit the jackpot when it comes to a school community. And we're more than just a community, we're a family. A family network of advanced makeup artistry that stretches from California to New York! What are we doing to say "thanks"at our professional makeup school? To say thank you to all of you who have helped shape our school and help us grow, we're…
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November Newsletter – Giving Thanks at Our Professional Makeup School
01
Nov
By Claire Mints
Announcements, General

November Newsletter – Giving Thanks at Our Professional Makeup School

Only a month and a half of classes remain this semester! How the time flies when you're getting things done. Happy Birthday, AMUA! November 10th marks eleven years since the doors of our professional makeup school opened! We really have all of our staff, instructors, students, and alumni to thank for our incredible growth. What started off as one course has expanded into the incredibly diverse trade school for advanced makeup artistry we see today. To say thank you for everything, we're creating a giveaway! To be entered to win, just write a review here during the month of November. The winner…
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Creature Feature: How Our Favorite Monster Movies Came to Life
10
Oct
By Claire Mints
Film History, General,

Creature Feature: How Our Favorite Monster Movies Came to Life

There are so many horror movies that make our watchlists every October. For makeup artists, it’s normal to see monster movies taking up most of the space on that list. These “creature features” started long ago in our motion picture history when the black-and-white creatures of the silver screen brought to life our fears and nightmares. We all have a makeup artist to thank for this: Jack Pierce. His makeup effects jump started the Golden Age of Horror in Hollywood and inspired stories, characters, and makeup artists for decades to come.  In the Beginning A German immigrant, Pierce along with…
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October Newsletter – Open House!
03
Oct
By Claire Mints
Events, General, ,

October Newsletter – Open House!

All in all, we have a very busy October ahead of us! Between mid-point evaluations, Open House, and all the current shows the students are working on, there's no time to waste. But, of course, we know our students and staff will get it all done and still have time to make a killer Halloween costume! Fall Open House: October 15th from 2-4 pm Remember to invite a friend to our Fall Open House! Not only is this event free but it's also open to the public, just please RSVP. Everyone will get a chance to tour our facilities, meet…
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Alumni in Y’allywood: “Bandit”
23
Sep
By AMUA
Alumni Spotlight, Alumni Stories, General, Special Effects, Wig and Hair Design, , ,

Alumni in Y’allywood: “Bandit”

We love when our alumni get exciting new jobs. It's even better when they hire other alumni to work with them! And as if it couldn't get any better - we love it when our alumni re-use projects from their time here at the AMUA! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qong79uwaP8 Today, Bandit was released in theaters and on multiple streaming services starring Josh Duhamel, Mel Gibson, and Elisha Cuthbert. We're proud to say four of our past students joined forces in "Y'allywood" and worked on set in the hair and makeup department! Head of Makeup and the Wig Designer was Claire Mints, with Carson…
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02
Sep
By Claire Mints
General

September Newsletter – Welcome Back!

Welcome back, everyone! School started back up on July 28th, and we're excited to be one month into our courses. The fact that August is already over is insane! Projects are going well, and keep it up everyone -- midpoint evaluations on October 10th will sneak up on us! Students are already hard at work in and outside of class too! Into the Woods - Harpeth Hall - Morgan Sutliff (lead), Ryanne Caldwell, Capri Biangardi, Kathlene Beam | Productions are September 22-24th, so get your tickets for this production here!Into the Woods - Belmont - Morgan Sutliff (lead), Ryanne Caldwell,…
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4 Skills You Need to Become a Professional Makeup Artist
18
Jul
By AMUA
General, ,

4 Skills You Need to Become a Professional Makeup Artist

As a professional makeup artist, you’ll have the power to transform a person’s appearance. Whether you’re working to make a bride feel her best on her wedding day or to create a memorable, cinematic creature, this exciting career provides ample opportunities to express your creativity. The Academy of Make Up Arts is dedicated to creating professional makeup artists that have the knowledge, hands-on training, and skills they need to pursue rewarding careers. Keep reading to learn about the important skills needed to become a successful professional makeup artist. 1. Communication Skills Are Necessary to Please Your Clients As a professional…
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How to Launch a Career in Makeup Design for TV and Film
15
Jun
By AMUA
General, ,

How to Launch a Career in Makeup Design for TV and Film

If you’re passionate about using your makeup and artistic skills to bring a creative vision to life, a career as a makeup artist within the TV and film industry could be a great fit for you. Becoming a makeup artist has many advantages, including turning your passion into a vocation, creating your own schedule, and collaborating with all kinds of inspiring artistic professionals. While working in TV and film, you’ll be ensuring that the casts’ makeup can hold up under the production lighting, while conforming to the interests and specifications of the director and crew members. When it comes to…
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5 Signs That a Performance Makeup Artist Program is For You
12
May
By AMUA
General, ,

5 Signs That a Performance Makeup Artist Program is For You

Committing to the next step of your life – whether professional, educational, or personal – can be full of unknowns. We want to help you determine what makes you the perfect fit for our Performance Makeup Artist Program so that you can feel confident and excited about your future. Here at the Academy of Make Up Arts, we know how passionate our students are about fulfillment and career success. We strive to foster their dreams and aspirations to help make each one reality as they enter the world of makeup and wig artistry. This industry has a place for everyone,…
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