Makeup Courses in Berkshire: Train as a Certified Artist
Train as a makeup artist in Berkshire at the Catherine Taylor Makeup Academy studio in Wokingham, the county's dedicated home for Guild-accredited bridal and soft glam training. If you live in Reading, Bracknell, Ascot, Windsor or anywhere across the Royal County, our Holme Grange Craft Village studio is your nearest professional makeup school, with free parking and small-group coaching that gets you certified and client-ready.
Rated 5.0 stars by 150+ graduates across Berkshire
from £995
3-Day Group or 2-Day 1-to-1
£100 Deposit Secures Your Date
Makeup Artist Training in Berkshire, Close to Home
As a Berkshire-based academy, our students come from right across the county, many from Wokingham, Reading and Bracknell who can reach the studio in under 25 minutes. You learn in a real working salon, not a classroom, surrounded by the bridal and events industry that keeps Berkshire busy from Ascot season through to the Windsor wedding circuit.
Every student receives the same Guild-accredited certification regardless of where they travel from, so Berkshire residents get a recognised, insurable qualification and a real photographed portfolio without the cost and travel of central London schools.
Travel from Berkshire
On your doorstep • under 30 minutes by road to the Wokingham studio
Studio Address
Unit 18, Holme Grange Craft Village, Heathlands Road, Wokingham, Berkshire RG40 3AW
Course Times
3-day group (10 AM to 2 PM) or 2-day 1-to-1 (10 AM to 4 PM)
Berkshire Towns We Train Makeup Artists From
What You Learn on the Berkshire Makeup Academy
The same Guild-accredited syllabus runs for every cohort: three focused group days (or two longer private days) that take you from beginner to certified, client-ready artist.
Natural Makeup, Fundamentals & Mature Skin
Build your foundational technique with skin prep, hygiene, colour science, undertones and base application that looks good in person and on camera.
- Skin prep, sanitation and skincare routines
- Colour correction, undertone matching and coverage control
- Techniques for mature skin, fine lines and skin texture
Bridal Soft Glam & Longevity
Translate a bride's moodboard into a clear, practical face plan. Learn the techniques our tutors use for UK weddings, with looks that hold from early morning through to late evening.
- Bridal soft glam eye design, blending and delicate feline wings
- Long-wearing base with all-day endurance and heat resistance
- Contour and highlight, liquid-to-powder blush and highlight placement
Glam, Party Looks & Portfolio Building
Build on your technique with high-impact glam. Learn cream contour, sculpting, gel liner, strip and cluster lashes, and shimmer and pigment work, with portfolio photography built into the session.
- Cream contouring, bone-structure sculpting and baking
- Party-ready eye looks with shimmer, pressed pigments and glitter
- Strip and cluster lash application for varied eye shapes
Reserve Your Course Date
Pick an upcoming cohort below and secure your place with a £100 deposit. The remaining balance is due two weeks before your course starts. Group cohorts run one day per week; 1-to-1 intensive dates can be arranged to suit you.
Students must be 16 or over to enrol. The deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Course Calendar
Highlighted dates are upcoming course start dates. Select one to see the cohort details.
Monthly Intakes
Soonest firstNovember 2026 · 4 intakes
Beauty Guild Accreditation: Insurance and Client Trust
Graduates leave with a certificate recognised by the UK's largest professional beauty trade body, qualifying you for professional public liability insurance, PRO trade discounts and the trust that Berkshire brides and agencies expect before booking.
Guild Accredited
Graduates from Across the South East
“I completed the accredited make up artist qualification with Catherine Taylor - The Academy and it was a fantastic experience! Catherine is such a talented MUA and teacher and she helped all of us to learn and develop so many new skills over the course. It has enabled me to kick start my new career as a MUA and I can't thank Catherine enough for all of her help & support!”
Emily Rebecca
Certified Graduate & Freelance MUA
“Such an amazing course and so much fun! Other than doing my own makeup I was an absolute beginner, but I learned so much from Cat and came away with so many new skills and confidence. Whether you're already an MUA or have never picked up a brush before, I can't recommend this course enough.”
Kelly Myers
Beginner Graduate
“Catherine is an amazing teacher, I would fully recommend her for makeup courses. During her course we went through lots of fun and knowledge that she provides. She helped me to understand my future job that I'm planning to do. Because of her I became a fully accredited makeup artist and I can follow my dreams!”
Katarina Micekova
Guild Accredited MUA
Berkshire Makeup Course FAQs
Do I need any experience to join the makeup course?
No. The 3-Day Beginner Bridal & Soft Glam course is designed for complete beginners with no prior training. We start from skin prep, hygiene and tool selection and build up to full bridal and glam looks. Existing hairdressers and beauty therapists also attend to add makeup artistry to their services.
Is the course accredited and will I get insurance?
Yes. The course is Beauty Guild accredited, the UK's largest professional trade body for beauty therapists and makeup artists. On completion you receive a recognised certificate that qualifies you to apply for professional public liability and treatment insurance.
Where is the academy located and is it easy to reach?
The studio is at Unit 18, Holme Grange Craft Village, Heathlands Road, Wokingham, Berkshire RG40 3AW. It is easily reached from across Berkshire, Surrey and Hampshire, with free on-site parking. Wokingham railway station is a short taxi ride away.
How much does the makeup course cost?
Both the 3-day group course and the 2-day 1-to-1 intensive are £995 inclusive of VAT. Both include your professional brush set, Guild accreditation and certification, portfolio photography built into the course and access to academy pro makeup kits. A £100 deposit secures your date, with the balance due two weeks before the course starts.
What will I be able to do after graduating?
Graduates leave ready to take paying clients: bridal, prom, event and special-occasion makeup. You will have an accredited qualification, eligibility for professional insurance, access to PRO trade discounts, and a portfolio of photographed looks to market yourself on social media and to brides.
Do you provide models for practical sessions?
Students are welcome to bring their own friend or model for the 12 to 2pm practical slots. If you prefer, the academy can arrange verified models for £50 per day.
Is there a minimum age to enrol?
Yes. Students must be 16 or over to enrol on any Catherine Taylor Makeup Academy course. You will be asked to confirm your date of birth and that you meet the age requirement when booking.
Is the deposit refundable?
No. The £100 deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable. It secures your place on the course and is deducted from the total fee of £995. The remaining balance is due by bank transfer two weeks before your course start date.
Accredited Makeup Training Across the South East
Start Your Makeup Career in Berkshire
Join students from across Berkshire at the Catherine Taylor Makeup Academy in Wokingham. Spaces are strictly limited to keep coaching personal.