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Education with one of Sydney's leading Bridal & Fashion Makeup Artist

Learn directly from Carolina Bardalez Smith, Director of Cakeface by Caro and one of Sydney’s most trusted makeup artists.

 

Through Cakeface Education, Caro shares her signature techniques, refined approach, and over a decade of industry experience, teaching you exactly how she creates her most requested looks.

 

Whether you’re elevating your personal glam or stepping into the industry, each lesson is designed to build confidence, sharpen your skills, and give you real insight into both artistry and the business behind it.

 

Explore our upcoming courses & private lessons below and learn from the artist behind the brand.

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Private Learning Options

  • In studio with Caro — suitable for those wishing to learn or perfect their own makeup.


    1 hr 30 min

    349 Australian dollars
  • Suitable for MUA's wishing to learn and perfect makeup application. Model Required


    2 hr

    495 Australian dollars
The Signatures

A Cakeface by Caro Look & Learn Experience

Date: 19th May | Duration: 5 Hours

Capacity: 12 Artists (intimate + premium)

Location: Cakeface Studios, Willoughby

Format: Look & Learn (Live Demonstration)

 

An intimate 5 hour masterclass where Caro shares her two most requested signature looks, breaking down the techniques, product choices, and structure behind her polished, high end finishes.

  • Two full live demos (soft glam & full glam)

  • In-depth product + technique breakdown

  • Business & booking strategy session

  • Lunch + refreshments

  • Printed guide/workbook

  • Certificate of attendance

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Self Learn

Day class

Date: 28th June | Duration: 4.5 Hours

Capacity: Intimate class of 20 students

Location: TBC (Willoughby/Crows Nest Area)

Format: Hands On Workshop

 

An intimate, hands-on, tailored to each student class designed to refine your personal makeup application and build confidence in creating your own signature look.

  • Skin preparation and product selection

  • Creating a seamless, long-wear base

  • Soft sculpting and enhancing your features

  • Eye shaping and blending techniques

  • Lash application and placement

  • Lip layering and finishing details

  • Adapting your look for different occasions

  • Brushes, and products in our Goodie Bag from our Sponsors

Education with one of Sydney's leading Bridal & Fashion Makeup Artist

Learn directly from Carolina Bardalez Smith, Director of Cakeface by Caro and one of Sydney’s most trusted makeup artists.

 

Through Cakeface Education, Caro shares her signature techniques, refined approach, and over a decade of industry experience, teaching you exactly how she creates her most requested looks.

 

Whether you’re elevating your personal glam or stepping into the industry, each lesson is designed to build confidence, sharpen your skills, and give you real insight into both artistry and the business behind it.

 

Explore our upcoming courses & private lessons below and learn from the artist behind the brand.

UPCOMING COURSES

  • 28th July | The ultimate course to learn on yourself & perfect your makeup skills.

    499 Australian dollars

Self Learn 1 Day Class
March 22nd - Class Enrollment NOW OPEN
$499
Duration - 5hrs

Lunch & Beverages Included
Intimate Class of 6

This class is designed for people who want to improve their makeup application on themselves. In this class you will learn the following:

- Introduction to Makeup & Product Knowledge
- Colour Matching to Your Skin Tone
- Correct Pre-Makeup Preparation for Your Face According to Your Skin Type
- How to's Get Long-Lasting Makeup
- How to Achieve a Flawless Base Application
- Cream Contour 101
- Correct Cream Blushing Application
- The Art of Correct Concealing
- Blending
- Correct Setting
- Powder Contouring & Blushing
- Baking

- Prepping your Eyes for Shadow Application
- In-depth Day & Evening Look
- Eyeliner Hacks
- Strip Lash Application 
- Under Eye Shadow Application
- Highlighting
- Correct Brow Application tailored to your face
- How to get the Perfect Pout
- Quick Everyday Makeup Hacks
- A List of Carolina's Fave & Top-Rated Makeup Products & Why

Along with this class, students will receive a carefully curated 32 piece brush set, dimmable LED mirror, Melissa Sassine beauty blender, powder sponge, flat hair clips, mini essential shades shadow palette, luxury lashes, for each look, lash glue & brow soap Valued at $400 + more makeup goods from our sponsors.

Students will be provided with a checklist of what they need to bring on the day.

Immersive 1 Day Pro Artist Course

Thursday's & Friday's 
$1250
Duration - 6hrs

Model Required

Lunch Provided

Take Your Makeup Career to the Next Level – Master 3 Signature Looks in One Session

Whether you’re already a makeup artist or ready to turn your passion into a career, this intensive session will give you the skills, techniques, and insider knowledge to stand out in the industry. You’ll learn three of Cakeface by Caro’s most sought-after looks and gain the business savvy to turn your artistry into a thriving brand.

1. Signature Glam
Flawless skin, glam eyes, and statement lips — master the iconic look that defines Cakeface by Caro.

2. Creative Glam
Perfect the art of the smokey eye, learning techniques to create depth, drama, and that sultry, full-glam finish.

3. Bridal Perfection
From soft and romantic to glamorous and bold, discover techniques that make every bride glow.

Alongside hands-on, personalised training from Caro, you’ll also receive:
- Exclusive business strategies for building a successful makeup business
- Social media tips to attract clients, boost bookings, and grow your brand
- Caro’s personal recommendations for her most-used, must-have products

Important: Students will need to bring their own model for the session.

Certificate of Completion provided at the end of the course.

This is your chance to level up your artistry, grow your client base, and position yourself as a go-to MUA in your market.

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