LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
Learn How To Do
Anyone’s
Makeup Properly
Even If You’ve Never Felt Confident Before
A 5-week, in-person course in Belfast designed for complete beginners who want to finally understand makeup, feel confident, and learn from real experts.
Taught by expert educator Ellen Lunney at Northern Ireland’s No.1 Makeup Academy - Makeup Pro Academy
This Course Is For You If…
You’re curious about makeup as a potential career.
Maybe you’ve always wondered if you could do makeup professionally… You want to start somewhere safe, supportive and structured — and see if you actually enjoy it
You love doing makeup, but don’t feel confident doing it.
You don’t know what suits your face, your eyes, or your skin — and you want a routine that actually works for you.
You want to feel good again.
You want to look in the mirror and actually like what you see. You want skills, confidence, and a bit of “me time” that leaves you feeling proud of yourself.
If you see yourself in any of those - you’re in the right place.
What Makes This Course Different?
This isn’t a YouTube tutorial. This isn’t a one-day crash course. And this isn’t another class where you’re left guessing if you’re doing it right.
This is hands-on, in-person, guided learning with one of NI’s most respected educators — Ellen Lunney.
You won’t just copy a look.
You’ll understand why you’re doing it, how it works, and how to repeat it at home or in your studio.
You’ll learn:
Techniques that suit yours and any face
Brushes + placement that actually make sense
How to build looks step-by-step without feeling overwhelmed
How to do makeup on others (if you want to explore a career)
What products you actually need — not what Instagram tells you to buy
This course is designed to give you confidence, clarity and real skill.
The Transformation You’ll Walk Away With
Not just confidence in applying makeup, but confidence in yourself.
You’ll look in the mirror and know what to do — and why it works.
If you want to explore makeup professionally, this course gives you both:
The foundation skills
The confidence to take the next steps
Many previous students now run their own makeup businesses or have gone on to Paddy’s 9-Week Intensive Academy.
You’ll learn the theory and the practical techniques.
This is structured, supported learning with real-time feedback — the thing online videos can never give you.
What You’ll Learn — Week by Week
Week 1 — The Perfect Base
Skin prep, foundation, concealer, placement, blending, undertones.
Week 2 — Brows That Suit Your Face
Shape, mapping, technique, natural vs structured.
Week 3 — Eyes That Actually Work For Your Eye Shape
Soft glam, everyday looks, blending, picking shades that suit you.
Week 4 — Lips & Finishing Techniques
Lip shape, colour choices, liner technique, balance.
Week 5 — Full Look + Confidence Coaching
Putting it all together, perfecting your routine, and one-to-one feedback.
All products provided.
Just bring yourself and a brush set (you can buy here on week 1) - we’ll take care of the rest.
Straight from Paddy McGurgan:
“You can watch 100 tutorials online — and get 100 different answers. But none of them can tell you if you’re actually doing it right. In-person learning gives you clarity, confidence and real skill.”
This course gives you:
✨ Real-time corrections
✨A teacher who spots what you can’t see
✨Hands-on practice so techniques stick
✨Room to ask questions
✨Guidance that eliminates confusion
✨A relaxed environment so you never feel lost or embarrassed
This is the difference between guessing… and knowing.
Meet Your Educator
Ellen Lunney
Ellen is known for her warm, calm, approachable teaching style — and for making beginners feel instantly at ease.
She has years of experience as a professional makeup artist and educator, and her students constantly say:
“I didn’t want the course to end.”
“Ellen made everything make sense.”
“The one-to-one feedback changed everything for me.”
Her goal is simple:
To help you leave with skill, confidence and a routine you genuinely love.
These reviews are the reason this course continues to sell out, year after year.
Who This Course Is Not For
Anyone who wants a fast, one-day crash course
Someone who prefers watching tutorials over learning properly
Anyone expecting a passive, sit-back experience
This is hands-on, supportive, structured learning
This isn’t just a makeup course. It’s confidence, skill, community, and the beginning of something new.
👉 Secure your January 2026 space now.
Limited availability — once spaces are gone, that’s it.
Do I need experience?
Will I be the worst one there?
Why choose an in-person course instead of YouTube?
Will I learn makeup for myself or others?
Both. You’ll learn what suits your face, but you’ll also be shown how to apply makeup on others — ideal if you’re exploring a career.
Can this help me start a makeup career?
Yes. Many students begin here and go on to offer makeup professionally, or continue into Paddy’s 9-Week Academy.
What age do I need to be?
You must be 16+. There’s no upper age limit — we welcome students of all ages.
What do I need to bring?
Nothing. All products, just your brushes – all other tools are provided.
Where is the course held?
Do I get a certificate?
Yes — plus access to exclusive Pro discounts in-store.
Are payment plans available?
Yes. Flexible options are available to help you secure your space.
How many spaces are there?
Spaces are limited and usually sell out early – we keep all classes to 12 max so you get the attention and support you need.
Is this suitable even if I feel embarrassed or not confident?
What if I don’t want a career in makeup?
That’s totally fine. Many people join purely to get better at their own makeup and feel more confident. A career is optional — confidence isn’t.