IN The Studio: Hands-On Classes
More Education At The Makeup Show NYC
The Makeup Show IN the Studio classes provide an educational experience for artists of all levels to help refine their makeup skills and elevate their artistry career in an intimate setting. Each class allows attendees to listen and learn through demonstration, coaching, discussion, hands-on practice, and constructive feedback. During the session, registrants have the option to either create a makeup look on themselves or bring in a model to work on after the first hour (all models must also have a show ticket to enter the class). *IN the Studio attendees must bring their own brush set. All other products will be provided. IN the Studio classes must be purchased in addition to your show ticket. You will have the option to select classes when you register for the show. REGISTER NOW
IN The Studio Class Schedule
SATURDAY MAY 2, 2026
Bridal & Special Event Makeup: From Fundamental to Fabulous – Aga Rhodes
3rd Floor – Studio 1: Saturday, May 2, 2026 – 9:00am-5:00pm – $275
Class Level: Beginner to Advanced
Take your bridal artistry to the next level. In this full-day intensive, work with our educator to refine your technique and master the art of creating elegant, high-performance makeup for every client. Ideal for established freelancers, salon artists, and anyone looking to advance their work in the bridal space, this session will cover how to select the best products, design and apply long-lasting looks, perfect placement and precision, execute a range of styles, and tailor your applications for photography and videography. Along with this more advanced practical exploration, our educator will also cover important considerations when it comes to the business of bridal. Develop your skills in building client trust, navigating larger bridal parties, and maintaining composure under pressure so that your bride feels understood, at ease, and beautiful.
SUNDAY MAY 3, 2026
Understanding Color Theory & Color Correction – Lijha Stewart
3rd Floor – Studio 1: Sunday, May 3, 2026 – 9:30am-12:30pm — $155
Class Level: Beginner
In makeup, we use theory to understand how colors react to each other and how our eyes process that reaction. This is the basis of all makeup design. Color theory applied in beauty makeup lets us enhance certain features like eye color, make educated choices to correct skin distractions or imperfections, and reduce issues like under-eye discoloration. For more advanced or avant-garde looks, color theory will also help you create a unique and impactful result. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to make your own foundations, customize colors to design the best looks for your clients, and develop your eye to see how color theory applies to all aspects of your work.
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Beautiful Skin for Every Client – Aga Rhodes
3rd Floor – Studio 2: Sunday, May 3, 2026 – 10:00am-1:00pm — $155
Great makeup begins with great skin. True artistry starts with knowing your canvas. Gain confidence and hone your technical skills so that you can create beautiful, seamless complexions on clients of all skin tones, undertones, and textures. Learn to identify subtle variations in depth, warmth, and reflectivity to perfect your color matching, concealing, highlighting, and contouring techniques.
In this session, our instructor will demonstrate how to customize formulas and finishes for different skin types and complexions and guide you through selecting eye, lip, and cheek tones that enhance and balance naturally diverse features. Come away knowing how to match and balance foundation across all skin tones and undertones while using strategic highlighting, contouring, and concealing for natural dimension. This hands-on workshop emphasizes building your kit, your eye, and your artistry — so every client leaves your chair glowing in their own skin.
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Esthetic Aesthetic: Mastering Complexion for Today’s Client – Nick Lujan
3rd Floor – Studio 1: Sunday, May 3, 2026 – 1:00pm-4:00pm — $155
In today’s world of high-resolution photos and social media scrutiny, flawless skin is no longer optional, it’s expected, and just makeup is not enough. Having a basic understanding of skincare is essential for minimizing texture, boosting radiance, eliminating discoloration, and, above all, keeping your client’s skin healthy and protected.
With the overwhelming number of products and approaches available, knowing what to use —and when—is crucial. In this hands-on session, our educator will guide you through assessing and diagnosing your client’s unique skincare needs, selecting the most effective products, and supporting their complexion through proper skincare and skin prep. Leave more confident, discerning, and equipped to create unforgettable makeup on a base that is healthy, protected, and radiant.
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Glam + Go: Techniques for the Art of Glamour – Aga Rhodes3rd Floor – Studio 2: Sunday, May 3, 2026 – 1:30pm-4:30pm — $155
Class Level: Beginner to Intermediate
MONDAY MAY 4, 2026
Color & Texture: Building Dimension Through Makeup – Nick Lujan
3rd Floor – Studio 1: Monday, May 4, 2026 – 9:30am-12:30pm — $155
This class is a painterly exploration of color and texture — a workshop where artists learn to create structure, depth, and energy on the face using pigment, product layering, and finish contrast.
In this session we will focus on seeing makeup as art, not routine; training the eye to sculpt and harmonize features through strategic use of hue, texture, and balance. Setting aside light and contour, practice using color and surface quality build visual dimension on the skin. Understand how to reshape features with warm vs. cool tones, saturation, and contrast. During the class, our instructor will guide you through a classic look (e.g. smoky eye, red lip, clean skin) using unconventional tones and layered finishes to alter the shape and feel. Leave with a deeper understanding of how to sculpt, soften, and energize a face using nothing but pigment and texture.
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Bridal Beauty Basics – Zoë Elizabeth
3rd Floor – Studio 2: Monday, May 4, 2026 – 10:00am-1:00pm — $155
Class Level: Beginner
Step into the world of bridal with this introductory, hands-on class designed to help you develop the must have skills for making any bride feel beautiful on her most important day. Learn how to design and apply makeup that enhances natural beauty, photographs flawlessly, and lasts through the final dance. Explore techniques for achieving a range of styles, from classic to modern, and how to execute your work even under high-intensity situations. In this session our educator will not only teach, but guide you through your own application, giving you the confidence and ability to utilize these vital skills and develop into a successful and sought after bridal makeup artist.
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Creating Characters: The Art of Transformation – Eddie Duyos
3rd Floor – Studio 1: Monday, May 4, 2026 – 1:00pm-4:00pm — $155
“Every Face Tells a Story — Learn to Create It.” This is a creative class for artists who want to learn storytelling through transformation.
Learn to craft characters from concept to completion — merging technical makeup skills with emotional and narrative design. Ideal for artists working in film, editorial, theatre, fashion, or creative campaigns, this class bridges makeup design, psychology, and visual direction — teaching how color, texture, and proportion communicate identity, emotion, and world-building.
Elevate your work from “pretty” to “powerful.” Understand how makeup shapes identity and emotion, how a story is told through the face. Practice sculpting character through reshaping brows, contouring, and utilizing color zones to transform bone structure. Experiment and develop skills with skin texture, artificial aging, and fantasy color. Leave with a thorough understanding of how to conceptualize and execute character makeup across industries — from fashion storytelling to on-set design.
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Working in TV and Film – Suki Tsujimoto
3rd Floor – Studio 2: Monday, May 4, 2026 – 1:30pm-4:30pm — $155
Class Level: Beginner to Advanced
Working in television and film offers exciting opportunities for makeup artists, but it also demands precision, speed, and adaptability. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to create makeup that looks flawless under studio lights and on high-definition cameras, while meeting the practical demands of set life. This class will cover essential on-screen makeup skills for TV, entertainment, and film, including corrective work such as tattoo coverage, realism techniques like bruising and injury makeup, and maintaining continuity throughout long shooting days.
You’ll be guided through evaluating the unique needs of clients on set, selecting the right products for durability and camera-readiness, and executing techniques that hold up to close-up shots and extended wear. Through step-by-step demonstrations and hands-on practice, you’ll build confidence designing and applying makeup for a range of on-screen scenarios—from natural beauty to character-driven looks—so you can deliver professional, production-ready results every time.