EI School of Professional Makeup is located in Hollywood, California and teaches all aspects of professional makeup application with hands-on training. There are various programs offered including SFX, studio makeup, artistry of makeup and master courses. Full-time students can complete the SFX course in about five months, which consists of 600 clock hours (26 credits). The Artistry of Makeup program is a 52-week course which also requires 600 hours (30 credits).
Both programs prepare students for careers in industries including salon/spa, film and television. Sculpting, drawing techniques and various makeup applications are just a few of the topics students are trained in. Master classes also offer airbrush techniques and mask-making, or students can take refresher courses. Work-study programs and loans are available at EI for help with tuition and costs.
EI School of Professional Makeup
1622 N. Highland Avenue
Hollywood, CA 90028
323-871-8318
ei.edu
Joe Blasco is a pioneer in the artistry of makeup in the motion picture and TV industry. He was the first in many discoveries regarding special effects makeup that is used today. Joe Blasco Makeup schools are located in Orlando, Florida and Hollywood, California. Both locations offer courses in professional makeup artistry (approximately 20 weeks), beauty makeup artistry (three weeks) and advanced prosthetic makeup (six weeks). Once each course is completed, a diploma or certificate will be awarded for satisfactory completion.
Students will learn all aspects of makeup basics and other subjects including hair work, character makeup, sculpting and prosthetics. Masters courses are also available for advanced training. Loans and financial assistance are available for tuition and supply costs.
Joe Blasco Makeup School - West
1670 Hillhurst Avenue
Hollywood, CA 90027
323-467-4949
Joe Blasco Makeup School - East
5422 Carrier Drive Suite 304
Orlando, FL 32819
407-363-1234
joeblasco.com
At Cosmix School, students will have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of special effects makeup--from the essentials of makeup application to character design. Courses can be taken individually or through one of three programs--multi-media makeup (160 to 300 hours), fashion makeup (315 hours) and production makeup (490 hours). When the programs are completed, students will be awarded diplomas.
The production makeup artistry program is the master program that includes all courses of the curriculum and prepares students for careers in motion pictures and TV. Scholarships and financial assistance are available to pay for tuition and supplies. Applications can be downloaded from the school's website or students can apply directly online.
Cosmix School of Makeup Artistry
2635 E. Oakland Park Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
954-564-4181
cosmixinc.com