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Leslie Lopez – (bio) Presented by Artists by Timothy Priano
A Career in Makeup
Sunday, February 24 – 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Leslie Lopez's love for makeup began as a child in her native Cuba, watching her mother apply her own eyeliners and lipsticks. Today Leslie is one of the most highly regarded artist in the industry and is called upon by the top celebrities in the world when they need to look their most beautiful. Join Leslie as she discusses her career, talks product and demonstrates the techniques and process she uses to craft the luminous, glowing red-carpet looks she creates for clients including Sarah Jessica Parker, Talisa Soto, Jessica Alba, Jada Pinkett Smith and Scarlett Johansson.
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Industry Panel
Hi-Def Forum - Speakers TBD
Sunday, February 24 –
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm It may have been the great unknown just a couple of years ago, but now everywhere you turn, the industry is talking about Hi-Def. With the deadline approaching quickly on the government regulations on Hi-Def compliance, everyone in the business of makeup should understand what Hi-Def means, who it is going to effect and how you can make your current techniques and products work for this new medium. If you do makeup, Hi-Def will effect you somehow at some point. Join our panel to discuss the myths and the facts and get you understanding more about what Hi-Def is really all about
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Michael DeVellis – (bio)
Ten Words to a Stronger Career
Sunday, February 24 – 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
We invite you to join The Powder Group, The Makeup Show and On Makeup Magazine founder, Michael DeVellis, as he helps you uncover the key techniques and business skills essential in taking your business to the next level in an ever changing and more competitive industry. No matter what part of the industry you work in, understanding the industry today entails a understanding of business, interpersonal, marketing and branding skills that take you and your work in a new direction. Michael will discuss making the most of your career by through the focus on and application of his ten most important words in the business. |

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Marietta Carter Narcisse (bio)
The Business of Makeup
Monday, February 25 – 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Marietta Carter Narcisse is one of the most highly respected artists in her field - her artistic talent, professionalism and acute business sense combining to make her a favorite of every client she works with. From Hollywood and the film industry, Marietta recently made Florida her home where she has launched an artist management business as she begins the next phase of her career. There are few artists better able to bring you through the essential business skills you need to understand to develop your business to its full potential. Marietta will discuss how to run your career as a makeup artist, including negotiation, contracts, business management, invoicing and the business etiquette that will get you the big jobs and the big pay. |
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Industry Panel
The Agency Forum - Speakers TBD
Monday, February 25 – 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Join agents from top artist agencies they discuss all you need to know about the inner workings of the world of makeup artist representation. We'll discuss how different markets like Miami and New York operate, who needs an agent, when you’re career is at a place where an agency can be a good direction for you, the best way to go about finding an agency, developing strong images, comp cards and portfolios, how assisting and developing a strong network of agency contacts will help your career at every level, the importance of websites, what agents look for in new talent and much more - everything you need to know about agents and agencies. |
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Billy B – (bio)
A Career in Makeup
Monday, February 25 – 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Add author and television personality to the list and Billy B might just have the broadest resume in the business. With the launch of his product line billy b beauty, the renovation work he is doing on dozens of historic homes in his home town, and his pending tv show and book premiering this year, its amazing he has time to make the most beautiful women in the world, look simply stunning. However he does it, clients like Sharon Stone, Beyoncé, Sandra Bullock, Destiny's Child, Laura Linney and Pink wouldn’t’ have it any other way. His passion for everything he does is magnified when he gets in front of his “canvas” and begins to paint. Join Billy for a frank discussion about careers, products, techniques and pro-tips that will make you and your career both shine.
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Details
- Exclusively available to The Makeup Show Miami attendees
- Complimentary to The Makeup Show Miami attendees
- Attendees are first come first serve basis
*presenters, topics and schedules subject to change. |