Gustavo Cosmetics

Topics
Skin Care : Treatments / Benefits / Skin Functions, Types of Skin , Acne & More. Sanitization steps for makeup tools. Facial Geometry & Basic Corrective Techniques: Face shapes, eyes, lips, brows & noses corrective makeup , intro to camouflage and more. Color Theory for Makeup Artists: Understanding color, mixing colors for warm & cool tones, makeup classification for warm & cool tones, characteristics of warm& cool tones and more. Custom Blend Makeup. Introduction to Makeup Techniques for TV / Film / Fashion. Makeup Techniques for Different Lifestyles: Daytime and Casual makeup, product descriptions. Camera Ready Bridal Makeup: color & black/ white photos. How to find brides, advertising, booking them, consultations, makeup procedures, contracts, in-home bridal service and more. Makeup for the Mature Woman: Techniques and corrective makeup. Principal of Evening Makeup: Evening makeup techniques and product descriptions. The Business Side of Cosmetics: the Internet and makeup, freelancing, starting you own business, business cards, contracts, finding a job as a makeup artist. Promotion & Marketing. Hands On Session.
School Tuition and Information
Two Day Advanced classes $1500.00 This 2 day course offers six hours per day of 4 to 5 topics of your choice. This two day class is recommended for advanced students with two or more prior years of experience working as a makeup artists. Hours are from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm with 1/2 hour lunch break. Four Day Beginners Courses $2100.00 This 4 day course offers six hours per day of evaluation and critique plus a full day of hands on workshop. This four day course is recommended for beginners. Accelerated Courses. Hours are from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm with 1/2 hour lunch break. Prices of classes or courses are subject to change without notice!
Questions and Answers Q. What will I get out of the Makeup Artist Course? A. We provide makeup training in areas ranging from which makeup formulas to use, color balance, contrast, make-up for black and white and color photography and the technique of application and correction. Also teaching you how to identify the different types of lighting in all media situations and be able to apply the above skills accordingly. Not only can our make-up artists work with actors, celebrities, entertainers, fashion models, and musicians, you will get a solid look in the basic skills of application for the every day person. This creates the best foundation to also work with brides, salons, cosmetics companies or even as an image consultant. You can have unlimited possibilities in the field due to the vast market. Our makeup artist courses will build your confidence as a makeup artist! Q. Do I need to be licensed to work as a make-up artist? A. Every state has different laws pertaining to the licensing of a make-up artist. Check with your state Licensing Department to find out their requirements. The state of Virginia (where the corporate headquarters are located) does not require a license. Q. Does Gustavo Cosmetics Makeup School provide me with a license? A. Because every states laws are different, it is impossible to provide all criteria of licensing for every state. Upon completion of the course and after passing the final test, Gustavo Cosmetics Makeup School will provide you with a nationally recognized document of certification deeming you schooled and skilled in the area of media make-up artistry. Q. When I submit an application for consideration, does that guarantee me a position in a class? A. We want to make sure this is a win-win for both of us. Therefore, we carefully consider each applicant, and make our decision of acceptance based on information given to us in the application. Once accepted, a deposit is the only thing that reserves a postion in a class. Q. How long is the course? A. Our courses are from 4 days for beginners (Accelerated Program) to a 3 day some experience needed, to a 2 or 1 day Advanced/hands-on class. Q. Where is Gustavo Cosmetics Makeup School located? A. Virginia Q. Does Gustavo Cosmetics Makeup School have locations in other states? A. Currently, Gustavo Cosmetics courses are only offered in Arlington, Virginia. The applications we teach can be used Nationally and Internationally. Q. How many students are in a class? A. Most schools have 1 instructor to 40+ students. We only allow 6 students per class to provide you the maximum personal attention. Q. How will I find work? A. Some schools do not offer information for finding employment while others charge additionally for this information. Part of our curriculum includes marketing of yourself and your business. We teach you about the industry, the etiquette, and how to make this a successful business. We also have many resources and options for potential work available to our students. Q. What is the age requirement to apply? A. If you are under 18 years of age, you must have a legal guardian sign the contract. Enrollment is Limited To make a reservation or an appointment, please call (703) 908-9620 or e-mail us