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The Brushworks Academy Trainer Bio

Following a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art and a Diploma in Entertainment Makeup, Founder and Principal Trainer Bec Prior has over the span of two decades built an impressive list of career credits across Australia and the US, where she lived for 6 years.

Her work has included a myriad of fashion events such as Australian & New York Fashion Week, International award events such as the Primetime Emmy’s, pop reality TV shows such as The Voice, and editorial in lifestyle publications and major fashion magazines such as LA Style and Harper’s Bazaar.

Bec works predominantly in the area of beauty makeup and has worked on and with local and international models, celebrities, artists, reality TV personalities, fashion designers, beauty editors, and Editors in Chief.

Her work has also taken her to Paris, Athens, Auckland, & Hong Kong.

The Brushworks Academy Experience

Brushworks Makeup Academy is passionate about all things makeup!

Committed to quality makeup education focused on relevant industry techniques, Brushworks Makeup Academy offers an encouraging, empowering makeup experience to anyone wanting to learn more about the captivating art of makeup application.

With workshops for those wanting to establish or expand their personal makeup skills, to pro courses for those wishing to pursue makeup artistry professionally - there are options for all ages, experience levels, and needs.

the brushworks academy environment

Brushworks Makeup Academy is a purpose-built, contemporary creative space designed to facilitate modern makeup education.

This optimal training location consists of spacious workstations, professional lighting, and height adjustable makeup stools, as well as large screen TVs and a designated theory area.

The studio’s industrial chic theme gives a high-end ‘behind-the-scenes’ vibe, while the boutique setting and facilities add the ideal comfort factor.

The Brushworks Academy Expertise

Brushworks Makeup Academy is founded on a vast history of makeup education and extensive behind-the-scenes involvement in some of the industry’s most coveted events.

With 20+ years experience as a working makeup artist and educator Brushworks Makeup Academy Founder and Principal Trainer Bec Prior continues to value add to the industry by nurturing and developing the next generation of makeup artists and enthusiasts.

She feels privileged to help build the confidence of those undertaking their own personal makeup journey, and shares her knowledge and expertise through Brushworks Makeup Academy's carefully curated educational programs.