Certificate in Photographic Make-up
Accreditation Code: BA-C-009
Specialize in makeup artistry for photography. Master techniques for different lighting conditions, camera systems, and photographic styles to create stunning images.
Program Details
Duration
6 weeks
Level
Specialized
Format
Creative Training with Photography Practice
Prerequisites
- Certificate in Professional Makeup or equivalent
- Advanced makeup application skills
- Understanding of photography basics
- Creative and artistic ability
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, you will be able to:
- Master makeup techniques specifically for photography
- Apply makeup for different lighting conditions and camera systems
- Execute high-definition and close-up photography makeup
- Perform makeup for various photography genres and styles
- Collaborate effectively with photographers and creative teams
- Understand post-production considerations and makeup durability
- Build professional photography makeup portfolio
- Develop specialized photography makeup services
Assessment Methods
- Photography makeup portfolio with diverse styles
- Live photography session demonstrations
- Lighting adaptation and technique assessments
- Collaboration and teamwork evaluations
- Creative challenge and problem-solving tests
Career Opportunities
This certification opens doors to various career paths:
- Photography Makeup Artist
- Fashion Photography Specialist
- Portrait Makeup Artist
- Commercial Photography Makeup Artist
- Editorial Makeup Artist
- Wedding Photography Makeup Artist
- Creative Makeup Artist
Program Overview
Duration: 6 weeks
Course Syllabus
Photography and Lighting Fundamentals
1.5 weeks (30 hours)
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand basic photography principles and camera systems
- Master lighting types and their effects on makeup appearance
- Apply knowledge of color temperature and white balance on makeup
- Understand depth of field and focus considerations for makeup
- Apply collaboration techniques with photographers and creative teams
- Understand post-production processes and makeup considerations
High-Definition and Close-Up Makeup
1.5 weeks (30 hours)
Learning Outcomes:
- Master high-definition makeup application and product selection
- Execute flawless base makeup for close-up photography
- Apply advanced concealer and color correction for HD cameras
- Master texture and finish considerations for detailed photography
- Execute makeup for macro and extreme close-up photography
- Apply skin preparation and priming for high-definition results
Studio and Natural Light Makeup
1.5 weeks (30 hours)
Learning Outcomes:
- Execute makeup for studio lighting and controlled environments
- Apply makeup techniques for natural and outdoor lighting
- Master makeup for mixed lighting conditions and challenging environments
- Execute makeup for golden hour and dramatic lighting scenarios
- Apply makeup for black and white photography considerations
- Master makeup for different times of day and seasonal lighting
Genre-Specific Photography Makeup
1 week (20 hours)
Learning Outcomes:
- Execute makeup for portrait and headshot photography
- Apply makeup techniques for fashion and editorial photography
- Master makeup for beauty and cosmetic product photography
- Execute makeup for lifestyle and commercial photography
- Apply makeup for artistic and creative photography projects
- Master makeup for event and documentary photography
Professional Portfolio Development
0.5 weeks (10 hours)
Learning Outcomes:
- Develop comprehensive photography makeup portfolios
- Apply professional photography collaboration and networking
- Understand photography makeup business practices and pricing
- Master client consultation for photography makeup services
- Apply marketing strategies for photography makeup specialists
- Develop relationships with photographers and creative professionals