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New Career for a New You in 2010?

Thursday, December 31st, 2009

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The New Year is coming. 2009 has been a strange year; a difficult one for many of us but we’ve all survived! And what better time than January to think about starting a new path in life?

1. The Beauty Therapy Course starts in Februaryin Dublin. You can learn all about Ireland’s own spray tanning solution WOW brown and Dermalogica as well as teeth whitening, threading, Indian head massage and permanent eyelash extensions, how to use Lycon Hot Wax and the Selectif Pro^TMhair removal treatment. Call us now to book a place!

2. Our Make-Up Training courses take place right throughout the year. You can start with Module One for a taster and move on to Module Two and Module Three. Or you can step right into Module Three if you think that life as a professional makeup artist is for you.

3. The LA Airbrush Training workshops also take place during the year. This is a key skill for all makeup artists working with film or TV.

4. The LA Fashion Styling course shows you how to use fashion to the best advantage and adds an extra string to your bow when applying for jobs.

5. The LA Special Effects Diploma is an intensive course in every special effects technique you could need.

6. The LA Threading and Henna course is a good introduction to Eastern makeup techniques#

7. The LA Start your own Business course shows you how to take all that makeup knowledge and turn it into a successful career.

Come in and chat with us to find out which course suits you the best!

Or call us now if you are outside Dublin.

Which courses would you like to do in 2010?

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Airbrush Make-Up Magic

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

We were very excited to have Kym Menzies Foster back in Dublin to teach a two-day class on Airbrush Make-Up. We had to bring her back when we saw how much you loved her in August.

As you know the make-up industry is very competitive so for Kym to thrive at the top for 20 years is a clear sign of how talented she is! The students were fascinated by the techniques she’s picked up from working in the music industry as the favourite of many top musicians. When she mentioned that she’s worked with P. Diddy someone actually squealed! It might be hard to imagine now but some of you reading this will be that good in the future!

She started by bringing out a range of Airbrush Compressors, Airbrushes and Make-up including IWATA, Temptu and MAC. The girls discovered that cleaning and maintaining the equipment isn’t that simple and requires a steady hand with lots of concentration. She revealed that Airbrush Make-up isn’t just for actors and models anymore; it’s becoming a key part of a great Bridal Look as well. Who wouldn’t want to look like a million dollars on that special day?

So no matter which area of the industry you’re planning on working in: film, theatre, TV, music, bridal or fashion you’ll have the chance to create your own flawless finish.

It was great learning how that finish is really a combination of perfect make-up and the effects of HD television. The make-up artist definitely has to know his/her stuff and be ready to work with the photographer or director to get the actors looking perfect. She even had a few tips to make the man in your life look even better on his wedding day! We’ll have some more Male Make-Up Tips for you later this week.

Because it’s such a tricky skill to acquire, the students practised by creating some artwork on the walls first; using body-paint. Some of the girls went for abstract shapes and one artist created a beautiful smoky eye staring down at us – very creative!

They then spent the afternoon trying their hand with the airbrushes and turning each other into screen goddesses! It’s difficult learning new techniques and getting comfortable with expensive equipment but with Kym guiding them along they did an amazing job!

We can’t wait to have Kym Menzies-Foster back again.

Have you tried Airbrush Make-Up? Tell us what you think.

Tags: Airbrush Class, Airbrushing, Celebrity Make-Up Artist, Kym Menzies Foster, LA Make-Up, LA Make-Up Academy Blog, Latest Make-Up products, MAC, Make-Up Blog
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Make-Up Boot Camp with LA Make-Up London

Friday, October 16th, 2009

london-4 You’d be surprised what you can learn in a week. We know that budding make-up artists don’t have endless hours to perfect techniques so we’ve created a one-week Ultimate Pro Course in our London branch.

You’ll learn everything from airbrushing to fashion make-up to bridal looks; all under the expert guidance of Kym Menzies-Foster the world renowned celebrity make-up artist.

Day One: Learn how to create the look known as Hollywood Trend. This is make-up to help actors and actresses survive today’s high-definition film and create an absolutely flawless look.

Day Two: Airbrushing time with Kym. Spend the day learning skills like stencilling and frisket as well as how to create or cover tattoos. Use all the latest products under Kym’s watchful eye.

Day Three: When model hit the catwalks they need to look spectacular – today you’ll learn how to create sharp lines and bold colour in glamorous combinations while gaining information on lightning and other techniques.

Day Four: This busy day starts off with bridal looks and tips on how to create flawless foundation which stays on all day. And in the afternoon you’ll work with models from different ethnic backgrounds and improve your knowledge of makeup choices for everyone.

Day Five: Put it all together on an exciting photo-shoot with Top UK Models and Fashion Photographers! This will really test your skills but at the end of the day your portfolio will have some stunning headshot and full-length images.

What you’ll get: We will supply products from MAC, Laura Mercier, Bobbi Brown, Nars and Stila as well as Temptu products, haircare from Toni and Guy and Bumble and Bumble, NYC. Plus of course all of the air-brushing equipment. It’s all waiting for you in St John’s Wood, London.

All you have to do is sign up!

The course costs €895; an investment with guaranteed returns unlike many things today! Call us on 0044 2031788087 or email lorrine@lamakeupacademy.com for more information!

Why do you want to be a make-up artist?

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Week of Glamour, Roses & Celebs at LA Studios

Saturday, August 15th, 2009

You know it’s summertime in Ireland when the beautiful Roses are in town and of course they dropped in to see us. Yes, indeed it was a busy week: from Roses to the Leaving Cert not to mention Kym Menzies-Foster teaching us a few things about airbrushing.

The Roses were doing a photo shoot at the Powerscourt Centre and where else would they go for a touch-up but to the experts here at LA Make-Up? It was great fun to be part of the excitement and we’re really looking forward to the final now we know the girls!

Our own LA promo girls had a turn outside on Wednesday when they visited 15 schools around Dublin. It was time for the Leaving Cert results and once the dreaded results are out, the Debs is next on everyone’s mind. So armoured with badges and LA Tees, the girls had a fab competition to announce. You’ll remember last week we talked about our Deluxe Debs package? Well, if you got one of the flyers we gave away, you could win a DD package for you and 3 of your friends!

Our own students were on a roll this week as well. First up they had an exciting opportunity to study airbrushing techniques with the great Kym Menzies-Foster. She really knows her stuff.

Then we bid farewell to 8 of our Module 3 full-timers as they finished their course on Friday. It’s a bit sad saying goodbye but we’re sure to meet up again. Especially as our students can return for free photoshoot experience after the course is done – all part of the service. It’s a thrilling time starting out on a new career, and we wish them the Very Best of Luck!

And of course that means it’s almost time to start a new course. The Module 3 Course takes you from beginner to pro with everything you need for a successful career in the make-up industry. A global team of tutors working with the very best products will give you a great start in this competitive industry. You’ll be ready for anything they throw at you!

To help you on your way, we have a fantastic LA Make-Up Kit worth €375 to give away to everyone who signs up by August 21^st. With the kit and the discounts your student card can bring you, you’ll be looking amazing every day as well as turning your clients into stars.

What’s the most used product in your makeup bag?

Tags: Airbrushing, Celebrity Make-Up Artist, Debs Package, LA Make-Up, LA Make-Up Academy Blog, Make Up Course, Make-Up Blog, Module 3 Course, Roses of Tralee 2009, Smokey Eye
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Airbrush Perfection at LA Make-Up Academy

Sunday, August 9th, 2009

We are very excited here at LA Make-Up Dublin to announce Kym Menzies Foster will be here next week to give us a master class on Airbrush Techniques and Tools. Anyone who loves the fabulous looks she’s created for Naomi Campbell or Aleesha Dixon will adore this class. Foster has also worked with celebs from the world of music and film, including P. Diddy, Lauren Hill and Rhianna so you know there’s plenty to learn.

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You’ll have seen her style on shows like Top of the Pops, Live and Kicking as well as on MTV. If all of that doesn’t convince you, she’s also done FHM, Maxim and YOU magazines among others. This lady has a lot to teach us.

And because we know that everyone is keeping a close eye on the pennies, the 2-day course is only €65. She really is amazing.

Foster is working with Alesha Dixon in Paris this month so we’re very lucky she is popping over to us for this course. Spend two evenings with her on the 12^th and 13^th of August, from 6.60 – 9pm and change your approach to airbrushing forever.