Makeup Artist

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A make-up artist, also known as a makeup artist and frequently abbreviated as MUA, is a creative professional whose primary medium is the human body.

MUAs work on people to apply makeup and prosthetics for productions in theatre, television, film, fashion, magazines, and other settings, including all facets of the modelling business.

The Academy Award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling as well as accolades from the entertainment sector like the Emmy Awards and Golden Globes are given for this profession. In several nations, agencies must have professional licences before they may hire MUAs. Larger production firms employ makeup artists on staff, but most MUAs are independent contractors, and their schedules are flexible depending on the job.

There are different categories/Specialization of MakeUp artists as well a Few of them are listed below:

Both on the runway and in magazine photography, fashion makeup is applied.

Stage makeup is a technique used in conjunction with stage lighting to emphasise the performers' faces so that the audience can see the actors' expressions from a reasonable distance.

fantasy makeup as well as the use of special effects techniques to enhance physical features to reflect metaphysical traits Projects requiring non-human appearances also call for the usage of prosthetics and plaster casting.

A small air-operated tool called an airbrush uses nebulization to spray water-based cosmetics. Hollywood movies have used airbrushed makeup since at least the 1930s.

In Asia, Europe, Africa, North and Latin America, makeup artists play a significant role in planning weddings, whether they are ethnic, glamorous, or modern.

This is an art that uses materials like minerals and light reflectors to give the skin a perfect appearance.

There are no specified requirements for enrollment in the Makeup and Beautician programs. After finishing class 10th, candidates can enroll in the programs offered at the best beauty and makeup institutions in India. There is no requirement for previous knowledge of makeup and beauty or related equipment as well. In India, a makeup artist makes an average salary of 20519 rupees per month. A few famous Indian Makeup artists include Priyanka Panwar, Sakshi Bhogal, and Sonakshi Mehata.