AUGUST HYBRID COURSE | IMA ATLANTA

Choose Your Path to
Professional Makeup Artistry
Build your skills in one intensive weekend, or continue into our two-weekend Professional Artist Program.

Build Your Makeup Skills in One Weekend

Or continue into the complete Professional Artist Program with a deluxe kit, business training and portfolio experience included.

✔ Complete 3 Hour Online Training Before In-Person Weekend Class

✔ Choose the $1,000 Weekend Intensive and bring your own kit

✔ Upgrade to the $2,350 Professional Artist Program, which includes a second weekend of training, an $850 deluxe makeup kit, professional photos, headshots and business preparation

August 28th & 30th 2026 (9 AM - 5 PM) (Weekend Intensive)

+ September 5th & 6th, 2026 (9 AM - 5 PM) (Full Pro Program)

Course Breakdown

📖 Online Learning (3 Hours – Complete Before Class)

✔ Skincare Essentials: Skin types, routines & product knowledge

✔ Artist Essentials: Tools, hygiene & sanitation standards

✔ Color Theory: Master color correction & makeup harmony

🎓 In-Person 1st Weekend Training (Weekend Intensive)

✔ Foundation Matching & Customizing Shades

✔ Eyeshadow, Lips & Full Makeup Application

✔ Contouring, Highlighting & Lash Techniques

✔ Hands-on Guidance from Expert Instructors

🎓 In-Person 2nd Weekend Training (Upgrade to Full Program)

✔ $850 Professional Makeup Kit Included

✔ Industry Marketing: Branding, social media & business setup

✔ Pricing, contracts, client consultations & business registration

✔ TV & Film etiquette, set protocols & men’s grooming

✔ Professional photoshoot & headshots to build your portfolio

✔ Career guidance, networking & next steps for working artists

Investment

Weekend Intensive | $1,000

One weekend of hands-on makeup artistry training, plus 3 hours of online preparation. Students may bring their own professional kit or purchase an IMA kit during registration checkout.

Deposit: $500
Balance Due: $500 on the first day of class.

Professional Artist Program | $2,350

The complete two-weekend experience, including an $850 Deluxe Professional Makeup Kit, advanced business and industry training, professional portfolio photos and headshots.

Deposit: $1,000
Balance Due: $1,350 before the second weekend.

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Kit Star Products

This IMA Deluxe Kit is your complete toolkit for flawless makeup application, featuring everything from foundation, contour, and highlight to eyes, lips, and blush essentials. Redesigned from our standard kit, it includes high-quality products to help you master the art of creating a perfect, polished look.

Graftobian Glamour Crème Ultra HD Foundation Warm & Global Corrector Super Palettes (2) - Achieve a flawless, ultra-light finish with this buildable, HD-ready foundation palette, and create the perfect color balance and contours with the global corrector palette. $88/each (x2)

Omnia 14 piece PRO Vegan Brush Set - This 14-piece OMNIA Pro Vegan Brush Set delivers professional quality with exclusive Omnilux™ vegan fibers for flawless application. Handcrafted for durability, each brush features a comfortable Silk-Touch™ finish and comes with a convenient brush roll for easy travel or storage. $169

Graftobian Custom Quads - Discover our custom quad set: rich neutral matte eyeshadows, silky smooth foundation powders, and a versatile blush selection designed to complement all skin tones. $186/Set of 3 Quads

CLICK "EXPAND" - LEARN MORE ABOUT KIT Super Warm Palette Global Corrector Palette HD Palette in Ultralites HD ProPowders Quad HD Blush Quad ( Blush and Powder may come in quad or 8-Pan) Ultrasilk Matte Eye Shadow Quad (Eyeshadow may come in quad or individual) 4 Luster Shimmer Duo Sets - Cream and Loose Shimmer SuperSeal Lip Gloss HD Lip Palette Loose Translucent Setting Powder 4 ProPencils (2 eyeliner, 2 lip liner) 2 Brow Powders Foundation Mixing Medium Setting Spray Black Mascara Pencil Sharpener Embryolisse Lait-Creme Concentre Moisturizer Omnia 14 Piece Vegan Brush Set Spatula and Mixing Palette Vinyl Bag

Kit Contents

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Our Story

Since 2009, we have empowered makeup-lovers to turn their passions into careers. Our school in Atlanta has trained more than 1000 graduates in our makeup artistry programs.

Meet Your Instructors

Ebony Miller

Ebony is the Founder/CEO of IMA with certifications from Sephora, Cargo and more. She has 20+ years of industry experience, specializing in TV & Film Makeup, Bridal Events, High Fashion Makeup and Makeup Industry Marketing.

Renelyn Thomas

Ren is the Executive Director/Partner and certified by IMA. She is also certified in Airbrush Makeup Application. Ren's background as a Beauty Blogger and Influencer landed her partnerships with top cosmetic brands.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I choose IMA?

Having a certificate in Makeup Artistry shows people that you were dedicated to gaining the necessary skills and tools to apply makeup at a professional level. With this certificate, you will attract clients seeking professional services, employers who are impressed with your skills and experience, and gain access to industry events, memberships, education opportunities, discounts and more!

What can I do with a Makeup Artist Certificate?

When can I start?

IMA offers classes on a monthly basis. Click here to see upcoming schedules .

What comes in the Makeup Kit?

Click to See Full Kit List & Pricing

When will I receive my Makeup Kit?

We will deliver your kit to you on the 1st day of class, in-studio.

Can I use my own makeup kit?

Of course! We always give students the option to use their own kits, even in our in-person classes. Please keep in mind that our recommended kit has everything you will need to complete the course.

When and how will I receive my certificate?

Once you complete the course you will receive your certification on the last day of class pending all payments have been made.

What if I have more questions?

We're here to help! Please email us at info@ima-atlanta.com or Call 404-539-3341. If you're a student, please contact your instructor directly.

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Turn Your Passion Into A Career.

Choose Your Path to Professional Makeup Artistry Build your skills in one intensive weekend, or continue into our two-weekend Professional Artist Program.