Program Agenda
iArtist Summer Camp | August 22-23, 2026
Future proof your career with two days of hybrid education designed to help you thrive in today’s growing technological reality and prepare to take advantage of exciting Fashion Week opportunities.
Day 1: Saturday, August 22, 2026 | 10:00am-5:30pm (Online Only)
The beauty industry has entered a new era where technology, content creation, and artificial intelligence software are becoming essential business tools.
This series of virtual sessions explores how artists can leverage emerging technologies to work more efficiently, create stronger content, and build sustainable careers without sacrificing creativity. Presenters include, Dr. Alex Box, James Vincent, Olga Solovey, and more.
Schedule of Sessions
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Welcome & Opening Remarks – Shelly Taggar & James Vincent
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Beauty Futurism – Dr. Alex Box
Step into the vanguard with Dr. Alex Box—visionary artist, pioneer of Beauty Futurism, and one of the most influential creative voices in contemporary makeup and beauty. Renowned for transforming the face into a living work of art, her boundary-defying practice has shaped the visual language of fashion through collaborations with the world’s most iconic designers and brands.
In this exclusive virtual masterclass, Dr. Box invites artists to explore makeup as a transformative force—an energetic exchange where imagination, emotion, and innovation converge. Through reflections on her creative journey, the evolving relationship between beauty and technology, and the enduring power of human connection, she will share the philosophy behind her work and the courage it takes to create from a place of authenticity.
Designed for artists ready to move beyond trends and the limitation of the conventional, this session is an invitation to discover your own creative voice, articulate your unique vision, and redefine what beauty can become. Join us for this inspiring conversation with Dr. Box as she challenges norms, expands our perspective, and celebrates artistry without limits.
12:00 PM – 12:15 PM: Session Break
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM: Face Charts for the Modern Artist – James Molloy
Face charts remain one of the most effective ways to communicate beauty concepts. Watch James Molloy, with his 20 years of industry experience, demonstrate his signature secret behind creating stunning, professional-level face charts with realistic, three-dimensional impact. Learn how today’s artists can create compelling visual presentations for clients, brands, photographers, and creative teams. Topics Include:
– Creating effective face charts
– Presenting creative concepts professionally
– Translating inspiration into execution
1:15 PM – 1:30 PM: Session Break
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM – How Artists Can Create 30 Days of Content in One Afternoon – Olga Solovey
Creating consistent content doesn’t have to consume your schedule. Learn practical strategies for planning, producing, and organizing a month’s worth of content in a single session. Topics Include:
– Capturing content on the go
– Content batching strategies
– AI-assisted caption writing
– Content calendars
– Video scripting
– Finding trends
– Maintaining consistency without burnout
2:30 PM – 2:45 PM: Session Break
2:45 PM – 3:30 PM: Your Artistry Is the Brand. Let’s Build the Business – Aimen Khan, Vanessa Tang, and Nerissa Wang from Beau
As artists, building a successful career in beauty requires more than just skillful artistry. Between managing clients, marketing yourself, handling bookings, and adapting to our ever-changing digital landscape, running a business or freelancing as an artist can quickly become overwhelming. The good news? The same technology that’s changing the industry can also become your greatest asset.
Meet Beau founders Aimen Khan, Vanessa Tang, and Nerissa Wang. Drawing on experience in product management, tech development, AI, and data analysis at companies like Instagram and Facebook, Aimen, Vanessa, and Nerissa have built tools designed specifically to help beauty professionals simplify their businesses and grow sustainable careers.
In this session they’ll share the biggest business challenges makeup artists face today, and the tools and strategies they can use to build a sustainable career.
3:30 PM – 3:45 PM: Session Break
3:45 PM – 5:00PM: Portfolio Building in the Instagram Age – Jon Hennessey
How to shoot, edit, and curate work samples that get you booked — practical photo/video tips, not algorithm chasing.
5:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Final Q& A & Closing Remarks – Shelly Taggar & James Vincent
Day 2: Sunday, August 23, 2026 | 10:00am-6:00pm (In-Person Only)
As New York Fashion Week approaches, there is no better time to gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities, expectations, and realities of working backstage.
Join James Vincent for an immersive one-day seminar and hands-on workshop designed to help artists understand and succeed in the world of Fashion Week and editorial beauty.
The morning session will provide an insider’s look into the fast-paced environment of runway production, breaking down the structure of Fashion Week, the expectations placed on makeup artists, and the distinct responsibilities of both lead artists and assistants.
The afternoon will transition into an interactive hands-on workshop where participants will experience a realistic backstage workflow, from interpreting a creative brief to executing makeup under time constraints. Please note: you are required to bring your own brushes, makeup will be provided.
Workshop Schedule
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Seminar: Understanding Fashion Week. This will cover:
– The structure and purpose of Fashion Week
– Runway, editorial, and designer collaborations
– The role of the Lead Makeup Artist
– The role of the Assistant Makeup Artist
– Building a professional backstage reputation
– Team communication and set etiquette
– Networking within the fashion industry
– Portfolio development
– Landing opportunities on Fashion Week teams
– Career pathways in runway and editorial beauty
– Q&A with James Vincent
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM – Lunch Break
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM – Live Demonstration: Creative Brief to Runway Look
James Vincent will demonstrate his process for interpreting a designer’s vision and translating it into a runway-ready makeup look. This will cover:
– Understanding the creative brief
– Product selection
– Speed and efficiency
– Team communication
– Adapting to last-minute changes
2:45 PM – 5:45 PM – Hands-On Workshop: Runway Makeup in Action
Under the guidance of James Vincent, participants will work through a simulated backstage environment while creating a runway-inspired look on each other. This will include:
– Creative brief review and look development
– Live demonstration by James Vincent
– Guided hands-on makeup application
– Simulated backstage timing and workflow
– Troubleshooting and adaptation techniques
– Individual critique and feedback
– Professional image capture and final review
Leave with a deeper understanding of Fashion Week operations, enhanced technical skills, practical backstage experience, and actionable strategies for building a successful career in fashion beauty.
5:15 PM – 6:00 PM – Final Q&A