Makeup Artist Money Manual: A Simple, Step-by-step Guide to Your Long Lasting, Lucrative Career In Wedding Makeup Artistry

Like the book says there are not many books out there on how to be a makeup artist so I take this persons point of you as a grain of salt. I am A professional makeup artist. I have been doing makeup for a few years and I am just starting to get back in the business after having kids. I feel that some of her points we're really great and the advice that she gave was decent. Although there were chapters that she wrote about her personal experience with things that did not work for her and that's great but what might not work for you might work for others. In reference to listing and advertising your self on social media sites I won't name them specifically- or investing your hard earned money in bridal shows. Like I said what may work for some might not have worked for her and completely shutting a Young Artist down before they even try to see if it would work for them isn't exactly a good idea. Over all I liked it and gained some perspective!

If you've ever dreamed of being your own boss this book is for you. Ignore the naysayers in your life and take a chance on yourself. This book will help you get some great ideas for your own makeup artistry business with low start-up costs.This is a fun, easy to read book, that will get the wheels of your mind turning. My favorite part of this book is the idea of opportunity. With hard work and determination, you can start your own business or just add a little bit of side-income. Most people dream of being their own bosses, but few act on it. This is a great guide to help get started finding money-making opportunities doing what you love. I really enjoyed this book, and I plan on following through with some of the ideas I found by reading it.

Best bang for your buck!! I am a makeup artist and was interested in what Mrs. Amundsen had to say about starting in the makeup industry, and I agree with her wholeheartedly. I was presently surprised that she wasn't discouraging while also brutally honest. One thing she said stuck with me was that if you want to become a Makeup Artist, and think that you get to walk into the room and be thanked and praised all day for your work, then you are highly mistaken - especially working bridal makeup! This is so true, and can really set you off when you are first starting out. Mrs. Amundsen really has a gift for giving great insight that is practical! Highly recommend!

Awesome! Very informative. This book is an easy to follow manual on how to become one of the top MUA's in your area. This book has definitely helped me get out of the "rut" i was in trying to decide if this path is really what I wanted to do. I absolutely love what I do and it never feels like work to me but when it came to the financial aspects of the business i was totally lost. I didn't know what to charge in fear of losing potential clients or worse not giving my work/time the credit it deserves and under charging. Its like she thought of everything! I honestly am so grateful she shared her path with us.

Each person should check with the Health Department of their state. One state requires hours of training from a state approved school then must pass a state exam. Then one must have continuing education to keep their license current. For a business you can't put makeup on anyone unless you have a state license. So check with your state. A license in one state may not be transferable to another state.It's a great book with lots of advice and tips.

If you're an aspiring makeup artist, or even an experienced one, you MUST read this book. You can't afford not to. This is the most comprehensive and practical guide I've read for makeup artists, by far.It contains up-to-date, modern advice on everything from finances, to what to keep in your kit, to how to market yourself, all in a very well-written, easy-to-understand format.

This book us great. Gives you alot of good info, that is definitely needed for this type of business.

I have read a few books on starting a bridal makeup business. This is by far the most complete guide out there. She includes every detail that you need to know. I feel so much more confidence in starting my business. This helped me realize that I am making the right decision in changing career fields.

Thus book is for helping you with the business side of becoming a wedding makeup artist. I saw some comments about it not having pictures but that is not the point of this book. The book is based in the US so not everything is relevant for the UK but there have been some good bits that are helpful and make you the k about all the aspects of the business and job.

Easy to read and informative, this book will give you a good start and inspiration on the next step to take. I don't think there is another book out there quite like it.

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I couldn't stop reading this! A very interesting read despite me knowing most of what was in it, there were lots of other considerations and avenues for me to look into.

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