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Makeup Lessons

1:1 Makeup Lessons in Brisbane

Learn your everyday signature look with private, one to one makeup lessons, taught at your pace and for your face. Emma is a makeup and bridal artist and aspiring skin therapist based in Coorparoo, Brisbane, and lessons are held at her private studio or a partner salon by arrangement. Whether you are starting from scratch or refreshing a routine you have outgrown, these lessons are warm, relaxed and completely judgement free, so you leave feeling genuinely confident doing your own makeup.

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The Lesson

Personal, Judgement Free, and All About You

A makeup lesson with Emma is nothing like a busy counter or a rushed tutorial. It is a calm, one to one session in her Coorparoo studio, built entirely around your features, your skin and the life you actually lead. We start with what you already have and what you want to feel, then work through the techniques that genuinely suit your face rather than whatever happens to be trending.

Along the way you will learn the small things that make the biggest difference, from prepping your skin so makeup sits beautifully, to placement, blending and choosing shades that flatter you. It is practical, hands on and easy to follow, so you can recreate the look yourself the very next morning. If you would like a head start, our guide to everyday makeup tips is a lovely place to begin, and because we live in a warm, sticky climate, our notes on makeup that lasts in Brisbane humidity are worth a read too.

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Your Options

Learn With My Kit, or Refine Your Own

There are two lovely ways to learn. You can work through a professional kit that Emma brings along, trying different formulas and finishes with no pressure to buy anything, which is perfect if you are still figuring out what you like. Or, if you already own products, you can bring your own kit and we will refine what you have, keeping the pieces that work, retiring the ones that do not, and filling any small gaps so your routine finally feels complete.

There is also a gentle Teen First-Makeup lesson for younger faces taking their first steps. It is age appropriate and light handed, focused on healthy skin, a little confidence and the basics done well, never anything heavy. If you are getting ready for a wedding and would rather have your makeup done for you on the day, take a look at Emma's bridal makeup instead, and if you are unsure which path suits you best, just get in touch and we will help you decide.

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Shop With Me personal beauty shopping with Emma
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Your Personal Beauty Shopper

You know how a stylist helps you find clothes that actually suit you? Shop With Me is exactly that, for skincare and makeup. Emma meets you at your local shopping centre and spends an hour by your side, showing you which products genuinely suit your skin, your colouring and your budget.

It is perfect for teenagers just starting out, and for anyone who wants honest guidance beyond the high end counters. Budget friendly brands like MCoBeauty are celebrated here, and a trip down the Chemist Warehouse aisles is just as welcome as a department store. Real recommendations for your skin, at prices that make sense.

Every session includes a free 15 minute phone consultation beforehand, so Emma can learn what you are after and narrow down exactly which shops to visit. One hour, zero guesswork, and you walk out with a kit you understand.

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The Menu

Makeup Lesson Pricing

1:1 Lesson · Using My Products

Learn with a professional kit, no products required, and try different finishes as we go.

from $70

1:1 Lesson · Using Your Products

Bring your own kit and we will refine your technique, shades and routine together.

from $60

Teen First-Makeup Lesson

Gentle, age-appropriate basics with a focus on healthy skin and quiet confidence.

from $45

Shop With Me · 1 hr

Personal beauty shopping at your local shopping centre, with a free 15 minute phone consult beforehand to plan the stops.

from $60

These are introductory rates while Emma builds her portfolio, so learning beautiful, wearable makeup stays within reach. Final quotes are confirmed on enquiry, based on your lesson and location. Travel outside Brisbane is charged at the standard rate of $1 per km (Gold Coast from $80, Sunshine Coast from $100).

Good to Know

Lesson Questions, Answered

Not at all. In a lesson using Emma's kit you learn with professional products and there is nothing you need to bring or buy. If you would rather refine what you already own, bring your kit along and we will only ever suggest a new piece if there is a genuine gap, never for the sake of it.

Yes, completely. Most people who book a lesson are beginners, and Emma teaches in a warm, patient and judgement free way at whatever pace feels comfortable. There is also a dedicated Teen First-Makeup lesson that keeps everything gentle and age appropriate, focused on healthy skin and confidence rather than a heavy look.

Lessons are held at Emma's private studio in Coorparoo, a calm, well lit space set up for learning, or at a partner salon by arrangement. It is an unhurried, one to one session built entirely around your features and your everyday routine, so you leave feeling genuinely confident doing your own makeup.

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Let's Have a Free 15-Minute Chat

With this many options, the easiest first step is a chat. Consultations are held by phone or video to make the best use of your time. Emma will map your features, talk through your goals and recommend the right treatment for you.

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