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Mastering Makeup Artistry at My Bengaluru Studio

bySuma ChikkegowdaOffline Classes at Studio in BanashankariStarts from2,500 per seatView full gallery

Get a closer look at my teaching style. I keep my classes small and hands-on, ensuring every student masters the techniques that keep my own bridal clients looking real and radiant.

The final look on my beautiful client Swati. Here you can see the flawless base, sharp winged liner, and bold red lip, all coming together for a stunning traditional look.

A behind-the-scenes moment, placing the earring on my client. Ensuring every detail is perfect is part of the service and a key lesson for my students.

Creating a doll-like look for a traditional half-saree function. This shot shows the blush application, a key step in bringing warmth and dimension to the face.

The final touch of lipstick. I teach my students the importance of precise lip lining and application for a long-lasting, perfect pout.

A candid moment of me working on a client. This is the hands-on, personal attention that both my clients and students receive.

Applying mascara is a crucial step for defining the eyes. I demonstrate the correct technique to avoid clumps and achieve long, voluminous lashes.

Applying lipstick to my client Divya. This close-up shows the precision required for a perfect application, a skill we practice repeatedly in my pro course.

Another angle of the lipstick application. Notice how the lip liner is used to create a defined shape before filling in the color.

A final check of the lip color. This look features a modern purple lehenga, so we chose a complementary pink lip to tie the look together.

Applying blush to the apples of the cheeks to give a healthy, natural flush. This is a behind-the-scenes shot from a bridal makeover.

About In the Studio: The Learning Process

You won't just sit and watch me lecture. My training is about repetition and muscle memory, where you practice eyeshadow blending and base application on real models until you get it right. I am there beside you to correct your hand placement and show you exactly how to handle different skin types.

At Glitter Makeup Studio and Academy in Banashankari, we strip away the fluff. Whether you are a total beginner or an artist looking to upskill, the focus remains on technical precision. You learn to analyze skin textures, choose the right color correctors, and build a base that is waterproof and breathable.

What You Will Master

  • Bridal Base Mastery: Achieving that glowing, non-cakey finish that holds up for hours under venue lighting.
  • Eye Artistry: Understanding blending, cut-crease, and halo techniques suitable for different eye shapes.
  • Hairstyling & Draping: Mastering the mechanics of sectioning, blow-drying, and clean saree pleating.
  • Business Essentials: How to photograph your work, manage client consultations, and price your services.

Makeup is a science. When you understand the 'why' behind using a specific brush or color corrector, you stop following temporary trends and start creating looks that actually suit your client. We provide the products and models for your practice, so your only job is to learn. By the time you finish, you will have a professional portfolio and the technical confidence to handle any bride who sits in your chair.

20 years of Sandalwood artistry experienceApproved by the tribe
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Suma Chikkegowda

Offline Classes at Studio in BanashankariStarts from 2,500 per seat

I am Suma. After two decades in the Sandalwood industry, I started this academy because I wanted to show aspiring artists that makeup does not need to look like a thick mask. I teach with patience because I know exactly how nervous you feel when you hold a brush for the first time.

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