Send us a text The Makeup Insider is a fortnightly podcast that delves into the life and career of makeup artists, hosted by freelance MUA Vanessa Barney. This week, the tables are turned! Fellow MUA Julia Green steps in as host, putting Vanessa in the spotlight. Vanessa’s journey in the beauty industry began early—she knew from a young age what she wanted to do. Starting her career as a hairdresser at just 17, she has since amassed over 20 years of experience. Today, she works as a freelance makeup artist, specializing in advertising, fashion, e-commerce, and events. Listen to Vanessa’s journ ..read more

Send us a text The Makeup Insider is a weekly one-on-one podcast exploring the life and career of makeup artists, hosted by freelance mua Vanessa Barney. This week: Getting personal with Brissy MUA Penny Antuar. Penny is a beauty therapist turned MUA who works in Brisbane. Her career began in Perth where she taught herself makeup on her bestie while still at school. In this podcast Penny will teach you the art of asking. What we talk about: Her fashion week experience. Working for Fenty.  Starting her brand Kitology Assisting do's and don’ts.  Her fabulous career, to where she is no ..read more

Send us a text This weeks episode is a little different, you its just me talking about my first E-comm experience and all the mistakes I made.  What I share: The 3 mistakes I made on my first E-comm job How nervous I got before a job How anxiety affected my ability to do makeup Have a listen and let me know if you share any of my experiences. Rates Guide Pro Artist Discount Kit List Follow TMI on IG Follow Vanessa on IG ..read more

Send us a text The Makeup Insider is a fortnightly podcast exploring the life and career of makeup artists, hosted by freelance MUA Vanessa Barney. This week: Getting personal with Owen Holloway, who is the lead stylist at major Australian fashion retailer. Styling is a role Owen fell into. His manager saw his potential and put him forward for the role. Starting out styling mannequins then progressing onto models, then moving overseas to work in Top Shop, New Look then on to freelancing. On his return to Australia, he worked for Cotton On Group and Myer. Owen offers a wonderful insight into E ..read more

Send us a text This week Vanessa interviews one of Flavedo & Albedo’s founders Emily Perrett. Flavedo & Albedo a makeup brand born during covid to reconcile the founders love of makeup and their plastic landfill anxiety.  The cosmetic industry is one of the bigger contributors of plastic waste in the world. Single use plastic from lids, palettes, pumps and custom bottles aren’t, or can’t be recycled. Flavedo & Albedo products are packaged in aluminium, glass and sustainable timber, using zero plastic.  Focusing on enhancing their customers appearance, Flavedo & Albedo ..read more

Send us a text Content Producer Vicki Tsitos began her career in fashion as a visual merchandiser, before moving into a styling role. Under the guidance of a wonderful mention she became a Producing and has been doing it for about 2 years.  What we talk about: What a Content Producers role is  How she schedules her MUA artist.  How to break into to E-comm.  Bridal verses e-comm makeup.  How to reach out to a Producer. Red flags as to why she wouldn’t book a MUA again.  Links mentioned during the podcast.  Insight into E-comm sign up.  Newsletter  ..read more

Send us a text The Makeup Insider is a fortnightly podcast exploring the life and career of makeup artists, hosted by freelance mua Vanessa Barney. This week: getting personal with Maxi from maxmgt_. Becoming an agent was never in Maxi’s plan. With a performance background she fell in the niche market as an agent. Maxi saw a gap in the market and Max Management was born this year. She represents creative talent, makeup artists, photographers, stylists, and videographers. Busy comes first, then you get the agent! Maxi Key Takeaways -        What an agent does. -    ..read more

Send us a text Sydney-based makeup artist and skin therapist Isabella Schimid, who has uniquely blended her expertise in skincare and makeup artistry. Isabella shares her inspiring journey, career-defining moments, and lessons from her path to success. Key Topics Covered: Starting out in beauty therapy and discovering her dual passion for skin and makeup. Opening her own salon and venturing into film, TV, and high-fashion makeup. Pivotal experiences, like building her portfolio in Hong Kong and completing Val Garland’s Mastered Course. Finding her niche by combining skincare and makeup, and ..read more

Send us a text Join us as we delve into the remarkable journey of Liz Tieu, Sydney's hairdressing and makeup artist, as she shares her transition from a business student to a luminary in the styling world. From eager apprentice to salon owner, Liz's story encapsulates the essence of hard-earned success. Discover the daily life of this styling star, managing a bustling salon, crafting looks for television stars, and championing the beauty of everyday patrons on social media.  Learn how Liz seized opportunities, whether through a recommendation from other industry professional or a simple ..read more

Send us a text This week we take a look at a different type of artist in our industry and  get personal with Aussie curve model, Jess Rae King. In the industry for over 15 years, Jess is a curve model (aka plus size model) whose size 10/12 body challenged the ‘cookie cutter’ description of what a ‘standard’ model was, and has taken the modelling world by storm after winning a Melbourne Spring Fashion week modelling competition while at uni. Attributing her success to agent, Chelsea Bonner, Jess is a body-positive, confidence-building, mental health crusader. Just earlier this year, Jess ..read more