Session Makeup Artists

Makeup artists are hair and makeup professionals, trained in the application of cosmetics to enhance, heighten, elevate, accentuate or even alter the appearance of the face or body of models and actors, through use of makeup. They use a variety of techniques and products to achieve desired visual effects, whether it's to beautify, create a character, or produce artistic expression. 

Here's a closer look at makeup artists and their roles:

1. Beauty Makeup Artists: Focus on enhancing a person's natural features. They often work in salons, spas, or freelance for special occasions like weddings, photoshoots, and events.
2. Fashion Makeup Artists: Specialize in runway makeup, which often emphasizes themes, designs, and the creative vision of fashion designers.
3. Film and Television Makeup Artists: Work on movie and TV sets. Their work can range from creating everyday looks for actors to designing complex character makeup.
4. Theatrical Makeup Artists: Work in the theater, creating looks that match a character's role and ensuring the makeup can withstand the demands of a live performance.
5. Special Effects (SFX) Makeup Artists: Specialize in creating illusions or visual effects using makeup, prosthetics, and other tools. This could involve creating wounds, scars, alien features, or any other fantastical transformations.
6. Editorial Makeup Artists: Focus on looks for magazine photoshoots, often collaborating with photographers and stylists to achieve a specific theme or vision.

They need to be knowledgeable about various skin types and tones and can select products accordingly. They need to be able to use brushes, sponges, and other tools to apply and blend makeup. Finally, they must have a thorough understanding of color theory, shading, highlighting, and contouring.