In part two of our make-up series, Emily D’Aprano, Owner of Emdee Makeup shares with Mosaik the interesting journey she took to become a professional and independent make-up artist. For all aspiring make-up artists she gives her advice for success in the industry, and highlights the interesting pathways a qualification in make-up artistry can take you. - Miriam
It is with great
pleasure I share with you all, my makeup revolution!
A lot of people say
to me ‘you must have loved makeup growing up’ and my answer usually surprises
most. As a child and teenager I was a sporty girl, having adult man sized
calves when I was just twelve. I finished high school thinking I had it all
sorted, got accepted into my ‘dream course’ at VU studying a double degree in
Exercise Science and Psychology. I was in my element! Or so I thought …
Little did I know
that I would have a complete change in heart, and a total flip in interest!
When, what, why and how? I am still figuring that out. I left VU after my 1st
semester and enrolled myself in the Napoleon Perdis Makeup Academy, Certificate
in Fashion, Glamour and Bridal.
I faced some pressure
to return to University and was told ‘this beauty business wasn’t a real job’.
However I stood my ground and followed through.
I was immediately in
love with the products, the tools, the teachers and simply just learning and
practicing everyday. I don’t know what I expected walking into this
course but I have truly found my passion. I didn’t even mind driving to South
Yarra 2 nights a week in peak hour traffic, because it was all worth it! 9
weeks later - following a nerve racking practical assessment and folio
presentation - I was certified.
I created an
instagram (@emdeemakeup) and facebook page (www.facebook.com/emdeemakeup) to
spread the word! My instagram isn’t only filled with my gorgeous weekly clients
and makeup memes, but reviews and swatches on my favourite products and latest
hauls!
I slowly built up my
kit and before I knew it I was travelling 40+ minutes for a makeover! I had no
interest in working behind a makeup counter. Sure the discounts would be
great but nothing beats being your own boss! From Bacchus Marsh to Narree
Warren, Williamstown to Mernda and everywhere in between! It has been so
rewarding as I have met some amazing, friendly and delightful girls all around
Melbourne. I cannot wait to expand my services, and aim to offer tanning, hair
and other beauty services in the future.
I have made over 130
girls feel fabulous in their makeup in the past year, learning more and more
with every unique face shape, skin type, eye shape, and even lip shape! Don’t
even get me started on the different products and techniques I have gained to
suit each individual client!
I also offer
workshops for businesses, having completed a couple with McDonalds for the new
‘Create Your Taste’ restaurants.
Working full time in
admin during the week, I was once told I ‘was becoming a workaholic’. I
explained that makeup isn’t work for me, it is what I love to do and I have
never woken up and sighed knowing I have faces to do that weekend.
Do not be afraid to
step out of your comfort zone! You never know what you will find and how happy
it can make you. Set goals, aim high, and take every ounce of experience you
can!
Emily D’Aprano
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