Artist to Artist

In this episode I discuss how to effectively manage and capitalize on slow periods in your business. Slow times are a natural part of the process and they can provide great opportunities to refine your skills, enhance your services, build your network, and strengthen your brand. I will share some actionable tips and strategies to help you turn these downtimes into opportunities for growth in your business. Key Takeaways: Understanding Slow Periods: Slow periods are inevitable, regardless of your experience level. It’s essential to use these times proactively rather than passively waiting for opportunities. Use the The Four Pillars of Success as a guideline for what to focus on: Technique: Continuously improve your technical skills by taking online courses, watching tutorials, attending masterclasses/trainings and practicing new techniques. Service: Enhance the client experience by refining your booking process, creating communication templates, and seeking feedback from past clients. Network: Build and maintain connections within the industry. Engage with fellow artists and industry pros on social media, and reach out to new contacts. Brand: Refresh your social media presence, update your portfolio, and showcase your best work to attract your ideal clients. Mindset and Lifestyle Tips: Reflect on your career progress and set new goals. Diversify your skills by learning something new that can help with your business (marketing, taking better pictures with your cell phone) Organize your business by cleaning your kit, updating your inventory, and planning your social media content. Focus on self-care to ensure you’re in the best frame of mind to handle everything this job is going to throw at you. Action Steps: Take advantage of slow periods to work on the four pillars of success. Implement the mindset and lifestyle tips to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Use downtime to recharge and prepare for upcoming busy periods.  If you found this episode helpful, please share it with other makeup artists and leave a review. Don’t forget to subscribe and check out some of the previous episodes for more valuable tips and advice.   Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work

As a new makeup artist, building your kit can feel overwhelming. That's why I'm here to guide you through the process, ensuring you have the foundations (pun intended) to hit the ground running. From understanding different foundation types to setting yourself up for success without breaking the bank, I've got you covered. Throughout the episode, I'll discuss the critical role of complexion products and why investing in a full shade range (or the products to mix a full shade range) is a non-negotiable.  But it doesn't stop there. I'll also delve into the importance of versatility in your foundation selection, catering to diverse skin tones, coverage needs, and finishes. Plus, I'll share the foundations I rely on and why they're essential to my kit. Resources: [FREE] Colour Theory Masterclass Foundations I am currently carrying in my kit (shades included) Adjusters/Correctors Foundation Palettes For New MUAs Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!   

I recently got hired to do a shoot for a book cover but on this cover, the model was going to be lying in a pool full of water. In this episode I will talk to you about: How I was contacted about the job Rate negotiation Set etiquette (what to wear, what to look out for on the job) My favourite products for a waterproof makeup application (literally). These shoots can be so fun, but so labour intensive. Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! 

If you have ever wondered what the difference is between an okay makeup application and an exceptional application, I can tell you first hand it's all in the details. This week I wanted to share some of the details of your makeup applications you do not want to skip over. These are all things I have been called out on at one time or another, so if you want to totally wow your clients when they look at your work close up.... you'll want to listen to this episode.  Resources: If you are looking for some help with foundation application. Check out my free Mini Masterclass on a flawless foundation application.  Need some help learning colour theory? Grab a seat for my free Colour Theory Masterclass HERE. Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! 

I am going through the process of renovating and rebuilding my kit and I wanted to chat about what it really means to build a pro MUA kit. Key Takeaways from this episode: Functionality is Key: Your kit should be adapted to suit your current client roster and job demands.  Appearance Matters: Your kit speaks volumes about who you are and what you bring to the table. Keep it clean, organized, and stocked with recognizable brands that customers can identify. All of your clients will look at your kit and judge your capability as an artist based on what they see. Prioritize cost-effectiveness.  Especially in the early stages of your career. It can be hard to turn down a Sephora sale, but it will be essential to the growth of your business to spend only on what is necessary. Continuously assess and adjust your kit based on what works and what doesn't. Focus on functionality and problem-solving rather than following trends or social media hype. Responsibilities of a Pro MUA: It is your responsibility to show up to your jobs prepared and capable of working on any skin tone.  Need some help learning colour theory? Grab a seat for my free Colour Theory Masterclass HERE. Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! 

You can't have one without the other. I am tackling two big topics in this episode. If you have no idea where to start finding clients or are completely overwhelmed by the thought of networking; this episode is here to help by simplifying what you need to focus on with your networking efforts. I'm all about working with intention so your time and efforts are not wasted. It's about more than sending the perfect direct message or email to someone you want to work with, and I'll explain why in this episode!  Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!   

In this episode of the Artist to Artist podcast, I'm diving deep into the importance of taking the time to identify who your ideal client is. I'll guide you through some prompts to help you begin to define who your ideal client might be, and I'll share how going through this exercise led to significant opportunities in my own career.  Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!     

Are you lost on how to grow your MUA business? In this episode I breakdown the 4 pillars of success in makeup artistry: Technique, Service, Network, and Brand. These are the 4 areas of your business that are essential for career growth. I'll breakdown each pillar and share some suggestions about working on each pillar based on where you are at in your career. Resources for this episode: Honeybook CRM Software. This is the CRM software I use to manage my bridal and special event bookings. It allows me to keep track of these bookings, sign contracts, and make the booking process easy for both myself and my clients.  Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! 

Building your first kit can be overwhelming, expensive, and time consuming. In this episode I'll be sharing some guiding principles that will help make the kit building process much easier. We will talk about the do's and don'ts, why it's important to invest in being prepared, and how to be financially responsible with your kit purchases.  Resources: Product Expiry Date Log Hygiene Essentials Course  What's in My Kit Free Colour Theory Webinar for New MUAs Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! 

If you aren't using social media to promote your makeup artistry business (specifically Instagram) you are missing out.  In this episode we will discuss mindset around social media, how to use instagram to market yourself and content creation tips. Great content starts with great lighting and in this episode I mention my favourite lighting for content creation comes from The Makeup Light. You can shop TML here and use code ANGIEDIB to save 15% if you don't currently qualify for a pro discount. I have the Key Light 2.0 Master Kit, if that's not in the budget - a single panel with a stand (Key Light 2.0 Starter Kit) is more than enough lighting.  Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! 

Are you an MUA wondering about agency representation? This episode is for you. I will talk more about my experience being agency represented for almost 5 years, how an agency works, and i'll be answering some of the most popular questions you had for me about agency representation. Here's what you'll learn How you progress through an agency What agencies actually do (and what they don't do) How to think about your relationship with an agency Pros and cons of representation How to get your foot in the door How to know when you are ready to approach and agency If it was worth it for me Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! 

The first 5 years are tough but if I could do it all again there would be a few things I would do differently in order to make good investments with my time and money. In this episode I will review the pillars of success in makeup artistry which are the 4 areas of your business you will have to work on consistently to build your career (Technique, Service, Network and Brand). I'll be going over 10 things you can do to make your first few years as an MUA easier, they are: Mastering the fundamentals, like hygiene and colour theory. Getting familiar with the products in your kit to ensure you aren't losing money.  Practicing as much as you can. Taking photos/videos of each application to track your progress (it's always progress over perfection). Aligning yourself with people who are better and more experienced than you are. Meeting as many different people as you can in the industry through targeted networking. Participating in tfp's/creatives that align with your business goals. Only agreeing to free work/creatives when there is a fully formed concept. (You should be limiting free 'work' but get involved in as many tfp's as you can) Making mood boards to keep you on track. Scheduling what you need to do to work on your business each day/week. Additional Resources: If you are new to makeup artistry and would like some training in Colour Theory, check out my free webinar. Need more info on hygiene? I've got a course for you on hygiene essentials. You'll get all your questions about hygiene answered and you'll learn exactly what to do to work as safely as possible. Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! 

Welcome to the Artist to Artist podcast! This is the very FIRST episode and on this episode I'll be sharing how I started my career as a full-time freelance makeup artist. I will be chatting about: How my very first job as a high-school student got me started in makeup artistry How a meeting with an artist named Sheri Stroh changed the trajectory of my career The process of getting agency representation and how that unfolded Balancing a full-time job with freelancing  What I had to do to get myself in a position to leave my full-time job  The motivation behind Artist to Artist A big change to my business that happened in December Connect with me: Follow Artist to Artist on Instagram (I host MUA Q&A's every Monday on IG stories) Join my email list Check out the Artist to Artist Website Check out more of my work Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!