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Celebrity make-up artist Nicole Faulkner, aka “Lipsticknick,” has put herself on the map with a vibrant artistic style characterized by bold lips, feathery eyelashes and flawless skin. After graduating from MUD in 2010, Nicole established a career distinguished by Emmy®-nominated work on RuPaul’s Drag Race, a stint on an MTV reality show, and a beauty…

Nominees for the 7th annual Makeup Artists & Hair Stylists Guild “Artisan” Awards were unveiled and we would like to recognize and congratulate all of the MUD grads who were nominated this year! The awards will be handed out on January 11, 2020 so stay tuned for more and best of luck to our talented…

“It’s quite a rush to see your work published on the cover of a magazine.” MUD graduate Beth Ewing loves taking on new challenges. After completing the Beauty 101 course at MUD in June 2010, she began working as an apprentice hair stylist and co-designer at a salon, while simultaneously pursuing a freelance career as…

“I get excited by people who excel in their craft.” Daniela Corcuera graduated from MUD in January 2011 after completing the Multimedia Program. Two months later, she has landed a position as an intern assisting a fashion editor at Vogue Magazine, and gaining valuable skills as an Image Consultant. Since graduation, Daniela says that finding a…

“If you really want to work in this industry, you must not only be talented and creative – you must be filled with integrity and drive.” Beth Bryson loves the entertainment industry. After moving to Los Angeles to pursue dual careers in make-up and acting, she came one step closer to realizing her dream when…

“You will leave school knowing a lot. Be confident in that, but don’t assume you know everything.” Catherine Addis brings a fine artist’s sensibility to her career in make-up artistry. Originally trained in fine art, she studied in Dublin and obtained a Master of Arts degree in Philadelphia. After receiving her Master’s, Catherine worked for…

“Every job is a job you can learn from – whether you make $50 or $700 a day.” Stephanie Panek’s passion for make-up artistry started young, when she was inspired by Cindy Crawford. “I would ask my mom to buy me make-up and I would try to replicate all of the make-up applications from all…

“With make-up, I like to exert a bit of truth and a touch of fantasy.” Kristin Cipponeri understands the importance of a good foundation. Her passion for creating expressive make-up looks on flawless skin began early, as she flipped through the pages of Vogue. After receiving training as a cosmetologist, Kristin completed the Multimedia Make-Up Artistry…

“At an early point in your career, try to get a clear vision of what direction you want to go, really work toward that goal and focus.” Make-Up Designory (MUD) graduate Michelle Affronti has built a career doing what she loves – make-up, hair, and wardrobe for television. She first arrived in Los Angeles in…

“When I put make-up on someone, I want them to feel beautiful, or see themselves in a new way.” Every day Kata Baron sells make-up, teaches make-up techniques and does makeovers, and she wouldn’t have it any other way. She graduated from Make-Up Designory (MUD) in January 2009, after completing Beauty and Character Make-Up, Studio…