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Global Makeup
From awe-inspiring runways to captivating editorials, Jenna is leaving an indelible mark on the world of fashion and beauty.
Freelance Makeup Artistry
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.
A Celebrity Makeup Artist, CEO and Founder of SUVA Beauty, and a Blanche Macdonald Instructor, Shaina Azad has become an inspiration and mentor to many — Including students and graduates! Her indie brand, SUVA Beauty is a Canadian success story that embraces racial and gender diversity.
Vanessa Wong has taken her training at Blanche Macdonald and launched a stunning career in Fashion Makeup! Her impressive portfolio includes fashion editorials such as Vogue Hong Kong, Elle Hong Kong, Harpers Bazaar, GQ France and many, many more.
During her time at Blanche’s Freelance Makeup Artistry program, Ruby had the chance to develop a talent for beauty, editorial and bridal makeup. With these skills she’s been able to excel in several major beauty hubs, including New York, Vancouver and London!
After spending her formative years in the small city of Zamora Michoacán, Mexico, 2x Blanche Macdonald graduate Diana Godinez chose to take a gap year after high school and came to Vancouver looking for opportunities. Interested in traditional painting, Diana turned to the equally intriguing concept of makeup artistry, and soon fell in love with the process of creating on-screen entertainment for others to enjoy!
Arriving from India in 2016 to study biology, Kashika Maini had a clear path to medical school laid out in front of her. As is the way with most of life’s plans, she didn't stick to the script...
Though he started in Blanche Macdonald's Global Makeup Program just three days after graduating high school, beauty wasn't always a part of this Makeup Student's master plan. "Initially, I thought I was going to go into fashion," Robby explains. "I started doing makeup a year-and-a-half before I started at Blanche." Nearly a year later, Robby's time in the Makeup Program may be drawing to a close, but his journey in beauty is just getting started.
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.
Already a superstar artist behind the scenes, Makeup Graduate Vincenza Celentano's Haus of V Lashes is the latest addition to her impressive resume! Much like her lashes, Vincenza’s had many opportunities to shine on set, working on everything from commercials to major TV series’ and feature films such as HBO Max’s Peacemaker, Once Upon A Time, The Flash, Arrow, and Night at the Museum.
Tracey Payne, Makeup Program Director
Victoria Ferguson Masters TV&Film Makeup Artistry – Just what the Doctor Ordered
MAKE UP FOR EVER: Guest Artists Alexandre Deslauriers and Marilyne Foisy Inspire with Creative Makeup Presentation
Tanya Howard: Head of Makeup Department for TV & Film
Celebrating Inspiring Women: International Women's Day 2020
Katrina Wrobel & Zanna Selin: Founders of YVR's Chic The Artistry Collective
Lyle Reimer: Returns to Blanche Macdonald's Atelier Campus
From Side Project to Main Hustle—Tayler Roger's Clean Beauty Line Midnight Paloma
Alejandra Hernandez: Multitalented Makeup Artist in YVR, Mexico and Montreal.
Jana Bizzari: Jet-Setting Makeup Artist Working in Italy and Russia.
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