And let's not forget Make Up For Ever's vice president of education and artistry, Simone Ciafardini. Then there's social-worker-turned-makeup-artist Katey Denno, who's made a name for herself working with models, celebrities, and big-time photographers. As a senior artist for the brand, he's traveled around the globe, discovering (and applying!) new trends everywhere from Lebanon to Brazil to Japan. John Stapleton has been working with M.A.C. How exactly do you go from lipstick junkie to full-on pro? We called on industry insiders to fill us in. Getting paid to spend all day thinking about beauty trends, experimenting with different looks, and working with cool clients is what makes being a makeup artist a serious dream job, but like any other awesome gig, it also takes a lot of hard work.
Daydreaming about how to become a makeup artist? It's no wonder.
