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Freelance Makeup Artistry
Ana has made a name for herself as a Makeup Artist on the cutting edge of fashion, tied in with the ultimate in fashion publications like Marie Claire Mexico, Glamour Mexico, Elle Mexico, and Harper’s Bazaar Mexico, and cosmetic brands like MAC Cosmetics and Chanel.
Isabelle Cooke's artistic journey started in Nova Scotia and led her to Blanche Macdonald Centre in Vancouver, where she discovered a world-renowned educational environment for artists.
With industry experience in her native Indonesia and a passion for makeup that started in her youth, she first came to Blanche Macdonald to grow as a Makeup Artist. Now, four years down the line, Melfinna's come back to enroll in the Pro Hair Program, determined to learn and master the art of hair.
Not every Makeup Artist can pinpoint the precise moment they realized that creating faces would be their vocation. But not every Makeup Artist is like Sarah Buckley, whose unique journey from her home in Dublin, Ireland to the sets of Arrow, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, Beverly Hills 90210 and The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers began with an innocent late night chill in front of a vintage horror movie.
Meet Sukhi Lidher, whose South Asian Bridal Beauty and self-marketing skills shine through on social media.
As a proud member of the Drunk Elephant team, Lisa travels across BC as a trainer and educator of this beloved skincare brand at Sephora.
As Refresh Salon’s Owner and in-house Makeup Artist of Port Moody's popular beauty destination, Makeup grad Courtney talks expansion, business, navigating COVID and gratitude.
From small town to streaming superstardom! Viewers from around the world are poised to fall in love with Makeup grad Ilona Verley as one of the stars of the inaugural season of Canada's Drag Race.
From the beginning of her own career as a two time Blanche Macdonald graduate (Makeup and Fashion Marketing), Tracey Payne has been a sough...
Globally acclaimed Makeup alum Lyle Reimer comes home to Blanche Macdonald! Over two moving presentations at our Atelier Campus, Lyle spoke about overcoming adversity, harnessing his creativity, and how his sensitivity is "his superpower". Lyle's inspirational take on beauty has brought him to the pages of Vogue Japan, the film sets of CBC, and has lead to collaborations with fashion house Viktor & Rolf. While Lyle continues to pursue incredible opportunities around the globe, he still finds the time to connect with and inspire other artists that are following in his path. Lyle truly embodies the spirit of paying it forward.
Vancouver’s E-Commerce Beauty Queen: Paula Lanzador
BC’s premier Bridal Makeup Artist: Sharon Rai.
Sunny Lee: Taiwan's Go-To Bridal and Fashion Makeup Artist
Sara Rose delivers Red Carpet Worthy Beauty to all her Clients!
Bridal Makeup superstar Farah Hasan brings Bollywood to her brides.
Ana G de V—Mexico's busiest freelance Makeup Artist and Chanel Ambassador
Celeb Makeup Artist Blair Petty wins “Makeup Artist of the Year” award.
Jayna Marie is one of BC bride’s most sought-after Makeup Artists.
India Rose Cosmeticary brings exclusive cosmetic lines to Vancouver
AJ joins the world of business with her beauty venture, The Glamoury.
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