“I started teaching 20 years ago because of the lack of good makeup education out there. Today we are in the same boat but with an added challenge.

Beginner/intermediate makeup artists are navigating through all the bad info. out there and incorporating “makeup hacks” and unsanitary bad habits they see from Youtube/Tik Tok. This is a career growth killer for Pro artists. You can’t decipher between what’s good and what’s bad unless you have a good core education.

I am a big believer in positive energy and producing these classes/workshops that not only educate but inspire and lift artists up with gratitude for their craft. I don't think there is enough of that in our industry.

I’ve experienced every angle of this industry. I was one of the first artists to develop on site wedding beauty. 30 years ago, women went to salons or makeup counters to have their wedding makeup done. I built a strong wedding team and developed a contract that has been copied for 30 years as the golden standard in weddings. From there I traveled the world with my celebrity clients, did editorials in top magazines, film, tv, and developed products. A few career highlights: doing Rihanna’s makeup, creating a glitter that was used In Euphoria, and having my makeup advice quoted in all the top beauty magazines.

Once you take a class with me, I’m here for any guidance you need. I keep in touch with my students, pass job opportunities onto them, and offer extra help at no charge. My students have worked with celebrities like Chrissy Teigen, Paris Hilton, the stars from Euphoria, and many more.”

Workshop, Retreat, or Pro Class?

Pro Makeup Class (8-10 classes, 3 hours each)

Original Pro class is 10 classes total, all others are 8.

I recommend most people start with my Pro Class because it’s the original core class. Pro 2 and Master classes are also available.

Makeup Workshop (1 or 2 days)

The workshops are for fine tuning your skills so you should have a solid knowledge of color theory, eye shapes, face shapes, custom blending, etc.. Some past workshops include: Bridal, Portfolio, Glitter, Halloween Glam, Valentine's Glam, Clean Beauty, Eyes, Abstract, Editorial, and more. 

Makeup Retreat (2-4 night stay)

Retreats include a weekend or week long stay with workshops and parties.

Rihanna

Cyndi Lauper

Jenny McCarthy

Bebe Rexha

Elle King

Charly Jordan

Maria Menounos

Kathie Lee Gifford

Rachel Platten

Natalie La Rose

Dr. Oz

Christopher Lloyd

Al Gore

Ke$ha

Chanel West Coast

Idina Menzel

Monica Seles

Beth Behrs

As a Style Editor for iHeart Radio Boston, Debra has interviewed the industry’s top musicians & celebrities about fashion and beauty, including:

Lady Gaga

Fergie

Halsey

Katy Perry

Post Malone

Scott Disick

Paramore

The Black Eyed Peas

Cassie

50 Cent

Ne-Yo

Maroon 5

Tove Lo

Keri Hilson, and many more..

Famous for her unparalleled private classes in an unobtrusive setting, Debra teaches her theories & techniques from the heart. Train with Debra and you will build a foundation for a successful career & learn business savvy strategies. She has been teaching this class worldwide for 20 years with rave reviews.

Debra Macki has been a Makeup Artist for 30 years working with celebrities and traveling the world with her clients. Her love for makeup started at a very young age and blossomed into a life of beauty. Debra was a Beauty & Style Editor, interviewing hundreds of celebrities over the years. Debra grew up on the Northshore of Boston and currently splits her time between Salem, MA and Los Angeles, CA.

Debra Macki Studio in Salem, MA is headquarters for the makeup classes. Email us for updated national class dates and locations.

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Famous for her unparalleled private classes in an unobtrusive setting, Debra teaches her theories & techniques from the heart. Train with Debra and you will build a foundation for a successful career & learn business savvy strategies. She has been teaching this class worldwide for 20 years with rave reviews.

Debra has been a Makeup Artist for 30 years working with celebrities and traveling the world with her clients. Her love for makeup started at a very young age and blossomed into a life of beauty. She is also a Beauty & Style Editor, interviewing hundreds of celebrities over the years for iHeart Radio. Debra grew up on the Northshore of Boston and currently splits her time between Salem, MA and Los Angeles, CA.