Character & Special FX Makeup

The Art of Makeup School provides instruction unlike any cosmetology or esthetician school, and can prepare students for professional careers in any area of makeup artistry.

Classes are taught by makeup artistry professionals and industry leaders, and AoM graduates experience unparalleled networking, opportunities, and support.

Portland has become a booming commercial, advertising, fashion, theater, and film production city, and it is why students come from all over to seek an education.

In the Pacific Northwest and often stay. Portland is an inspiring, diverse, colorful and unique city, and a perfect backdrop to a creative career such as makeup artistry.