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Fashion & Photographic Make-Up

This course is specially formulated for students who have good knowledge of make-up and wish to better understand and create looks for the fashion industry however complete beginners can apply for this course too and our team of expert tutors will dedicate extra time with the student in the first week to understand the basics of make up.

If you are looking for an intensive all-encompassing make-up course then this is the ultimate course for you.

This course will provide you with practical knowledge and knowhow for make up and makeup products - theory, demos and practical activities, and help you understand the fundamentals of make up for the fashion industry, magazine, avant garde, runway looks, photo shoots in colour and black & white photography and much more, understanding and putting together looks for Runway shows or other events based on a brief or story.

This course will teach you special techniques for glitter, body painting, stencils, pigments, accessories and some hairstyle.

Students will also be visiting various Makeup stores and special outlets in London for guest talks and demos to get a good understanding on the products that are on current trend!

Students will be practising on each other and also with well known industry models, and at the end of the course each student will be preparing their own portfolio with a professional model/photographer in London.

The students can choose to add on a bridal make up specialisation to this course, and can choose to specialise in Asian/ Arabic Bride or European/ American Bride.

This course takes you from the beginner's foundation level through to Creative skills Fashion, Photographic and Catwalk/Runway (with no previous experience required) and onwards to media, film and theatrical make-up. All of our make-up courses are designed to give the student as much time applying make-up and hands-on experience as possible.

There is no need to undertake a separate foundation module prior to starting this course as if a student is a complete beginner our specialist tutors will include the basic in the first week if you come with basic or enhanced knowledge then our expert tutors will teach you at that level where this course will compliment your current ability!

Over the following weeks students will spend each day under the instruction of some of the world's top artists who will be handing over all the latest techniques and looks in various aspects of high fashion, photographic and media make-up.

Preparation Hygiene and skincare/ tools / Cleansing Procedure
Skin / Face shapes & Skin Tones
Instagram look
Period and Black and white photographic make-up look
Fantasy make-up look
High Fashion make up look
Creative content Avant-garde make up look
Preparation of make-up designs using face charts
Achieving perfect lips
Application and blending of Eye makeup (Colour Wash, Block Eye, Smokey Eye and Socket Line)
Application of Eyeliners (Liquid, Cake, Gel, Crayon and Kohl)
Eyebrow Shaping
The application of false eyelashes both individual and strip
Researching techniques and developing mood boards
Building up a portfolio, requirements and approach
Demo and practical work
Industry talk
Preparation of model's make-up and hair
Client consultation techniques
Building your make-up kit
This part covers Both; Day and Evening looks
Professional photo shoot - Your portfolio photoshoot reative Level: Fashion, Photographic & Media Level

Optional Bridal Make Up Specialisation

European Bride

Consolation techniques
Trial
Individual lashes
Primers and Setting sprays
Total look with a veil
Business and self-marketing

Asian Bride and Arabic Bride Make-up

Contouring, Highlighting and Shading
Powder Baking & Eye-guard
Perfecting lipstick and eyebrow
Cut Crease Eyes & Halo Eyes
Glitter Application - Glitter Liner
Big Bold Winged Liner - Arabic Inspired

Course type - Campus Learning
Duration - 4 Weeks in London

Certified Diploma Course

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Modules Covered
Course Fees & Dates
Entry Requirements

Modules Covered

The course include modules of study and research work based on contemporary fashion & photographic make-up. On this course you will learn about:

Preparation Hygiene and skincare/ tools / Cleansing Procedure
Skin / Face shapes & Skin Tones
Instagram look
Period and Black and white photographic make-up look
Fantasy make-up look
High Fashion make up look
Creative content Avant-garde make up look
Preparation of make-up designs using face charts
Achieving perfect lips
Application and blending of Eye makeup (Colour Wash, Block Eye, Smokey Eye and Socket Line)
Application of Eyeliners (Liquid, Cake, Gel, Crayon and Kohl)
Eyebrow Shaping
The application of false eyelashes both individual and strip
Researching techniques and developing mood boards
Building up a portfolio, requirements and approach
Demo and practical work
Industry talk
Preparation of model's make-up and hair
Client consultation techniques
Building your make-up kit
This part covers Both; Day and Evening looks
Professional photo shoot - Your portfolio photoshoot reative Level: Fashion, Photographic & Media Level

Teaching and learning methods

Demonstrators/ Lectures
Practice & Group discussions
Practical workshops
Field trips
Market visits
Photoshoot(a variety of options available)
Research: Learning extends beyond the taught sessions. Students must undertake independent fieldwork and self-directed study.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will be able to:

Understand the role of fashion Makeup Artist and how the make up artists play a role within different areas of the fashion and design industry.
Your make up kit.
Understand the elements and processes which go into the creation of a look.
Understand how to work with a photographer / creative director and other teams.
To be able to create a look from a mood board.
Create a mood board based on client brief.
Understand Bridal make up.

This is a intensive course and the student portfolios which each student creates at the end of the course is the best asset for learners of this course.

Certification

Upon the successful completion of this course, you will receive a certificate of completion from LST. The British Accreditation Council accredits LST.

Course Fees & Dates

Course Fees- 2024

One-Month Residential Course for £4200

This includes:
1) Tuition Fees
2) Round-trip airfare (from home country to London Heathrow)
3) Accommodation 4 weeks
4) Transportation within London for the entire duration
5) All course-related activities(museum/exhibition visits, etc...)
6) Airport pickup/drop in London
7) Access to social events in London
8) Portfolio photoshoot with the professional team
9) Complete Visa Assistance
* Students can choose to upgrade facilities for an additional up charge, please discuss the available options with our admissions team.

One-Month Non-Residential Course for £3000

This includes:
1) Tuition Fees
2) All course-related activities(museum/exhibition visits, etc...)
3) Access to social events in London
4) Portfolio photoshoot with the professional team
5) Complete Visa Assistance

Payment Terms

1) The course fee must be paid in full before the start date of the course.
2) The London School of Trends encourages all participants to pay the fees in advance to secure their place.
3) The London School of Trends accepts payments through credit/debit cards and bank transfers.
For further assistance on the above information, please email: hello@lst.ac or call us on +44 (0) 20 7096 1142

Withdrawal from course

Residential/Non Residential Short Course:
If you decide to withdraw from the course before the start date, a refund (deducting any charges that might have been applied by a third party) will be processed for you.
*International Students: If your visa has been refused, a full refund (deducting a £500 administrative fees) will be processed for you.

Note:
-We will be unable to process any refunds once the course has started, or if the visa has been issued for an international student and you decide to withdraw.
- Covid-19, please refer to current UK government guidelines.

Course Dates- 2024

October:

Thursday, 26th September to Monday, 21st October 2024

December:

Friday, 6th December 2024 to Thursday, 2nd January 2025

Entry Requirements

The London School of Trends looks forward in training the applicants who have a keen interest in the creative field of fashion styling. We give utmost importance to the passion of the student and their dedication towards learning the course. All of our courses are taught in English, and the applicant must have a good command over the language.

Course Application

You will be required to complete the filling of the application form for the London School of Trends provided below. The applicant must be of at least 18 years of age at the start of the course.

International Students

All our courses are taught in English so a good command over English is essential.
(If the applicant is not proficient in English, it is recommended that they obtain an IELTS score of 6+ at the minimum. You can visit the website: ielts.org for more information about this test).

The applicant must be fully vaccinated against covid-19* in order to get the exemption for mandatory quarantine. Please refer to government guidelines. Our admissions officer will explain this to you in detail.

For any further assistance, you can reach out to us at hello@lst.ac Depending on your passport of origin, you may be required to apply for a Short Term Study Visa to legally study in the United Kingdom for up to 6 months. Please visit www.gov.uk for more information or please contact our team for advise on hello@lst.ac.