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Join the most immersive makeup artist training in the Southwest! We’ve worked hard to make the industry connections YOU need to build a creative career with longevity. This is your time to start working toward your goal of becoming a Professional Makeup Artist!

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Professional Makeup Artist Certification - DEPOSIT
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Professional Makeup Artist Certification - DEPOSIT
$500.00

**For the specifics on this course prior to registering, click here!

Welcome! You’re paying a nonrefundable registration deposit. Choose your start date below:

  • Summer: 6/3/25

  • Fall: 9/2/25

Total cost:

  • $4,250 + tax (or save $400 by paying in full: $3,850 + tax!)

  • Price includes full makeup kit, brush set, student workbook, handouts, textbooks, andfacilitation of all on-the-job training opportunities throughout the program.

  • $500.00 deposit secures your spot in class - (fully credits toward balance, this deposit is nonrefundable).

  • Professional Bridal Kit Upgrade (available if you pay in full before the beginning of the term.)

**Payment plans available with 50% down & a credit or debit card on file.

**Student documents must be signed prior to beginning the course. We require all registrants complete an in-person meet and greet to pick up their makeup kit & student materials.

MASTER MAKEUP ARTISTRY CERTIFICATION COURSE
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MASTER MAKEUP ARTISTRY CERTIFICATION COURSE
$1,650.00

**Students must be at least 18 years old to register for this course.

One-on-one mentorship, unparalleled guidance, creative collaboration, and immersive learning experiences.

COURSE OUTLINE:

All course material is completed remotely by the student while photo shoot collaborations are done in studio with our Founder, Noël Dalton.

Photoshoot concepts are predetermined and it is the student’s responsibility to build their collaborative team, including gathering industry options for models, hairstylists, and any other desired vendors.

Students learn the vital skillset of becoming comfortable with networking with other industry creatives and building a creative collaborative team.

*Shoot days for the MASTER are always Sunday, times are subject to change.

This is IT. THE MASTER. The most comprehensive advanced makeup course available in the Southwest. If you want to leave our program as an expert, consider adding this on as the “Cherry on Top” of our 12 week professional makeup artist certification program, or take it alone (minimum of 2 years industry experience required to jump directly into the MASTER training).

The MASTER results in a complete portfolio, professional website, pro cards, AND a potential 6 month paid internship with a reputable freelance makeup artist team.

This course will help students with:

  • Working with Professional Photographers and Executing conceptual and editorial makeup

  • Makeup for brand campaigns

  • Self editing and skill set refinement

  • Portfolio development

  • Building a website

  • Building a social media presence

  • The business of makeup - Contracts, pricing, taxes and business licenses

**This course is taught by school owner/founder: Noël Dalton

SOUTHWEST MAKEUP INSTITUTE IS AN EXEMPT PRIVATE INSTITUTION UNDER THE NEW MEXICO HIGHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

PRO AIRBRUSH STARTER KIT & TRAINING
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PRO AIRBRUSH STARTER KIT & TRAINING
$699.00

KETT Mini Jett Starter Kit: This kit is utilaized by Beauty and Film MUAs alike for everything from perfecting complexion to tattoo coverage.

The kit includes:

  • Mini Jett 25 Airbrush

  • Hydro Foundation Trial Set 6ml

  • Hydro Blush Collection Hydro Contour Collection

  • Hydro Shimmer Collection

  • Sett Pressed Powder

  • ESUM Large Organizer Case

This small and quiet airbrush compressor is lightweight and portable with a max 7 LPM (liters per minute). The compressor works with AC power and adaptable to any global power source.

*Order and class selection must be completed two weeks prior to class date to make sure equipment is shipped and received before training.*

Kits will be received on the date of training for in-person training students

Airbrush Training Dates:

Monday, 11/13 — 9:00am - 2:00pm

Monday, 11/27 — 9:00am - 2:00pm

Monday, 12/11 — 9:00am - 2:00pm

*This is a one day course

*Choose from in-person training or remote via Zoom

MAKEUP ARTISTRY FOR SALON & RETAIL PROS - Kit + Class Purchase
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MAKEUP ARTISTRY FOR SALON & RETAIL PROS - Kit + Class Purchase
$375.00

Take your business to the next level by enhancing your skillset and client offerings with PRO makeup artistry! Increase annual revenue, client loyalty, and brand longevity by adding this service.

In this 1 day seminar, you’ll learn:

  1. Sanitation for Makeup Artists - Professional kit standards/industry cleanliness guidelines & requirements (Film & TV Production) Makeup Brush Specifics, etc.

  2. Complexion Perfection - (Mastering the art of visual color placement, blending, and color adjusting.)

  3. The Base Method - Brushes, priming, color washing/shading + blending shadows, eyeliner application techniques, cheek technique  + Practice

  4. Smoke Show - Mastering the art of a good smoky eye, quickly and efficiently

  5. The Business of Makeup - Developing your personal brand, vibe, and mission

+Demo/Hands-on Practice + PRO Starter Kit

+Access to our PRO community and education resource classroom

***This course is scheduled on your own time, reach out for more information on available dates!

 

photos by: Keara Lloyd Photography and The Vanity Makeup

Southwest Makeup Institute
6821 Montgomery Boulevard Northeast, Suite E,
Albuquerque, NM, 87109,
United States
hello@southwestmakeupschool.com
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