Self-taught make-up artist.

[Paramnesia]

Henna spirit that's such a great story, sounds like something out of the movies lol.

I'd love to become a MA but I kind of live in a different world if that makes sense lol. I'm in my 3rd year of uni studying Biological Science, which I love but MA is so much more enjoyable. I've only gotten back into MA after a few years of wearing none (had a few problems) so my skills are very limited but one day when I'm older, have more experience and have the money I'll probably invest in going to a beauty school.

 

[weezee]

Some of you mentioned learning from books......what books did you find helpful?

I have "Makeup Makeovers....expert secrets for stunning transformations" by Robert Jones. It's been helpful but I am always looking for new books.

 

[Plm5027]

Hi, I am also in PA I agree with you, I want to learn makeup and become a professional but I don't want to wax. I just want to learn skin care and makeup. I agree I think cosmetology schools should just have a license for makeup artistry.

 

[janellekristina]

Weezee, try "Plastic Surgery Without The Surgery: The Miracle of Makeup Techniques" by Eve Pearl and The Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual

 

[Dreadfuldivine]

I am also self taught and proud as well! I finally have enough confidence in my work to start to put a kit together this year.