EP48 When Clients Cancel Last Minute: Protecting Your Time Without Losing Your Mind
Clients who cancel last minute or disappear can leave you feeling frustrated and questioning everything.
In this episode, I’m breaking down how to protect your time and stop taking it personally.
We’ll cover:
Early red flags that a client might cancel
The difference between great service and over-accommodating
How to use booking policies to protect yourself
Why tone and communication matter more than you think
What to do when cancellations hit your confidence
If you’ve ever been ghosted or left hanging, this episode will help you handle it better next time.
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EP47 The Skills That Actually Matter in Your First Year as a Makeup Artist
Struggling to figure out what actually matters when you’re starting out as a makeup artist?
In this episode, I’m breaking down the six real skills that helped me book work, grow my confidence, and stop second-guessing everything.
We’re skipping the trends and going straight to what actually works—on set, with real clients, and under pressure.
You’ll learn why placement matters more than stacking steps, how to build speed without sacrificing quality, the most overlooked skill that gets you rebooked, and what to focus on instead of trying to build your brand too early.
If you’re in your first few years as an artist, this episode will give you the clarity and direction you’ve been missing.
Listen now and take notes—you’ll want to come back to this one.
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Send this episode to another artist who’s just getting started—they’ll thank you for it.
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#46 Not Everyone Will Love Your Work - Here’s How to Deal
What do you do when someone doesn’t like the makeup you just did?
In this episode, I’m talking about the emotional side of being a makeup artist—how to stay grounded, handle vague or negative feedback, and keep doing great work even when you feel like no one is
You’ll learn:
Why it’s normal for clients not to say much (or anything)
How to handle changes without taking it personally
What to say when someone isn’t happy with the result
Why your inner critic is louder than any client
How mood boards and references can save the day
What “intentional practice” really means and why it builds confidence
This episode is for you if:
You’re in your first few years as a makeup artist
You overthink your work after every job
You want practical advice
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#45 Why Nobody's Booking You - Yet
If you’re doing everything “right” but still not getting booked—this one’s for you.
In this episode, I’m breaking down what actually builds trust and visibility as a makeup artist—and why momentum takes longer than you think.
You’ll learn what visibility really means (it’s more than Instagram), why posting pretty photos isn’t always enough, how to know if your content is building trust or creating confusion, what might be breaking trust with potential clients, and why good taste and clear branding matter.
I’m not here to sugarcoat it—building a sustainable career in makeup takes work, patience, and real strategy. But if you’re willing to stay consistent, stay visible, and stay focused, it will pay off.
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#44 Your First Paid Job: What I Wish I Knew
Your first paid job as a makeup artist is a big deal—whether it’s for a bride, a brand, a production, or a friend-of-a-friend referral. It’s exciting, nerve-wracking, and full of learning curves.
In this episode, I’m sharing everything I wish someone had told me before my first few paid jobs. We talk about what actually matters on your first job (and what doesn’t), how to handle nerves and stop over-performing, why being adaptable is more important than being impressive, what to do if you make a mistake, spill something, or forget a product, how to ask clear questions without looking unprepared, whether you should take BTS content on the job, how much you should (or shouldn’t) talk while working, and how to follow up after a job without being awkward.
If you’ve ever felt anxious about your first paid client, this episode is for you. I’ll walk you through what to focus on, how to stay professional, and how to let go of the pressure to be perfect.
I also share a bronzer I’ve been loving that’s helped me work faster on set:
HOUSE LABS Power Sculpt Velvet Bronzer I have shades Soleil Sand Fair, and Amber Horizon Medium.
https://go.shopmy.us/p-18200596
Whether you’re prepping for your first job or just getting more consistent work, I hope this episode helps you feel more grounded and confident.
The Artist to Artist Podcast is for makeup artists in the first five years of their careers who want clear, practical advice on building a sustainable business. Hosted by Angie, a full-time freelance makeup artist and educator, this podcast covers essential skills, kit-building strategies, client communication, social media, and the realities of working in the industry. Whether you’re just starting or looking to improve your skills, you’ll get straightforward insights to help you work smarter, book more clients, and grow with confidence.
New episodes every week. Real talk from one working artist to another.
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