Design and apply make-up for photography

About This Course

SHBBMUP010, titled "Design and Apply Make-Up for Photography," is a specialized unit of competency within the beauty industry. This unit focuses on equipping professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to design and apply make-up that is specifically tailored for photographic purposes. The course covers understanding lighting, camera effects, and the techniques required to create make-up looks that translate well in photographs, whether for fashion, editorial, or other photographic mediums.

What You Will Learn

SHBBMUP010 is ideal for individuals who:

1. Are aspiring or experienced make-up artists looking to enhance their skills specifically for the photography industry.
2. Wish to specialize in photographic make-up, offering services that cater to photographers, models, and fashion designers.
3. Work in or want to enter the beauty or fashion industry, where make-up for photography is a key component of their role.
4. Have a passion for make-up artistry and want to broaden their expertise by learning how to design looks that work best under various lighting conditions and camera settings.

This unit is particularly suited for those who want to ensure that their make-up artistry translates effectively in photographs, meeting the high standards required in professional photography.

Requirements

To apply for this Design and apply make-up for photography qualification, students need to provide certain documents and evidence that comply with regulatory compliance and through assessments and gap training, this qualification can be obtained. Please contact us for more information.

Pathways

Completing SHBBMUP010 can open up several career opportunities within the beauty and fashion industries, including:

1. Photographic Make-Up Artist: Specializing in make-up for photoshoots, whether for fashion, advertising, or personal photography.
2. Freelance Make-Up Artist: Offering specialized services for clients needing make-up for events or photoshoots.
3. Beauty Consultant: Working with photographers, models, and clients to design and apply make-up that enhances photographic results.
4. Editorial Make-Up Artist: Creating make-up looks for magazines, online publications, and other media outlets that require professional photography.

This unit also serves as a stepping stone for further specialization in areas such as film and television make-up, bridal make-up, or high-fashion editorial work.