Makeup Course for Beginners: Foundation & Concealing

Discover the secrets to flawless skin with our hands-on Foundation and Concealing Masterclass! 

Whether you're a makeup enthusiast looking to enhance your knowledge, a seasoned makeup-wearer whose skills are a bit rusty, or a beginner eager to delve into the world of makeup artistry - this workshop is designed to cater to all skill levels.

Taught by an ABIA award-winning makeup artist and Top 10 Makeup Artist Australia-wide (ABIA Designer of Dreams), you'll learn all about the benefits of primer, and how to select foundation and concealer that will enhance your natural features. 

Join us to learn all the tricks of the trade to achieve a picture-perfect, radiant complexion every day - which will take you from daytime natural to evening glam!

Looking to expand your knowledge even further? Check out our Makeup Course for Beginners: Contour, Highlight, Blush & Bronzer, Makeup Course for Beginners: Eyebrows, False Lashes & Lips, and Makeup Course for Beginners: Eyeshadow. Let's glow!

Learning outcomes

By the end of this makeup course, you should be able to:

•  Understand what primers do for your foundation.

• Understand which types of foundation are best suited for your skin type, skin tone & age (fluid, stick, powders).

• Understand which concealers and colours are best for problem areas.

• Effectively apply primer, concealers, and foundation to create a more flawless base,

• Confidently shop for foundations, concealers & primer that best suit your skin tone, texture, and features

Course content

What will be covered in this makeup course?

• Hygiene: basic steps to good makeup hygiene

• Primers: what a primer can do for your foundation & skin tone

• Concealers: using correct concealer/colour for pigmentation, rosacea, dark circles & acne

• Foundation: selecting the correct colour & product

• Setting powders: enhance the longevity of your makeup by adding a setting powder

• Retail makeup purchasing: selecting makeup in makeup/retail stores that best suits your skin tone, features & age

Intended audience

Who is this makeup course for?

This course is suitable for beginners, and those with some experience who want to develop their skills. It's the perfect introductory class for anyone considering a career in makeup artistry.

Course venue

Rozelle Campus

2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)

Course materials

What to bring to class

• Headband

• Your makeup bag and brushes ( if preferred, your tutor can supply brushes and makeup. However please bring these basics along – mascara, eye makeup remover, and moisturiser)

• Magnified mirror if required (small general focus mirrors will be provided)

• Notepad and pen, or tablet for taking notes

Additional information

Please note the following: 

• If you would like to use false lashes during the class, these can be purchased directly from your tutor for a minimal cost.

• If you don’t have some of these products, our teacher Kerry can also advise what best suits your skin type/age/the look you feel comfortable wearing.