Makeup: The Art of Beauty is a solid guide on how to style and apply makeup to create a variety of amazing looks. From sophisticated high fashion and trendy freestyle, to the glamour of Hollywood and the simplicity of the Ivory Soap girl, professional makeup artist Linda Mason takes the reader, whatever her age, step by step through the entire process of creating an unforgettable "look" for any occasion. Written for the individual as well as the aspiring makeup professional, Makeup provides readers with basic, practical advice and proven tips for choosing and using the best tools and products, applying makeup for special occasions, creating a unique look, and developing an individual style. An additional section on career development includes advice for finding the right school, putting together a portfolio, and performing work in the studio, on location, or at fashion shows. This valuable reference also features hundreds of examples of dazzling fashion photography during the past three decades,taken by some of the top photographers in the fashion industry.