Unless you’re a trained makeup artist, or have as much vanity and camera time as a Kardashian, it’s fair to say most of us are not 100% skilled up in all areas of makeup application. I, for one, despite all the beauty knowledge I’ve amassed over my time as Beauty Editor at Onya, am the first to beg a makeup pro to teach me to finally perfect winged eyeliner or pry for insider tips on correct concealing.
Megan Harrison with Onya Magazine Beauty Editor, Holly Curtis
So, it was with great excitement that I attended the
Megan Harrison Makeup Masterclass with a group of Melbourne’s savviest ladies in beauty writing, held at The Fringe hair salon in Kew. Megan is an extremely talented makeup artist with an impressive portfolio, having worked for fashion brands such as General Pants, Arabella Ramsay and Cooper St, with her working appearing in Australia’s top fashion magazine titles. This girl has a tip or two to share!
Megan began the boutique Megan Harrison Makeup Classes after noticing a gap in the market for individualised, personal and intensive makeup lessons that allowed the student to learn and experience a variety of different makeup brands – a real benefit. “If you want to learn how to apply your own makeup, you could go to a makeup counter and have a lesson. The downside is that you’re only being exposed to one single brand of products. By taking a personal class at MHMC, you’re getting access to makeup and skincare products and tools from over 12 different brands,” said Megan.
So what can you expect? Megan began her Masterclass by focusing on the most important areas in make up; skin care, base, day-suitable eyes and night-eyes. Her friendly and approachable demeanor means students can feel comfortable asking questions and interacting as they learn. MHMC offers three different types of classes; Personal Classes can be one-on-one or groups, (what a great idea for a girls night!), Artists Beginners Classes are intensive makeup artistry classes for those looking for a career as a makeup artist and thirdly Masterclasses; classes focusing on learning one aspect of makeup application, like a flawless base – perfect for those needing to fine tune one skill.
You will walk away with not only a new artillery of makeup skills and tips, but a philanthropic buzz knowing that $10 from every course fee goes straight to either Animals Australia, Look Good Feel Better, or The Smith Family.
