Courses London

The Academy

Founded in 2010 by internationally acclaimed celebrity makeup artist Margo Holder, Make Up Atelier UK is a London‑based academy offering professional makeup training for both aspiring artists and real women who want to elevate their personal beauty.

With a 30‑year career spanning the Cannes Film Festival, Venice Film Festival, and London, Milan, Paris and New York Fashion Weeks, Margo has created hair and makeup for celebrities including Denise Richards, Kylie Minogue, and Jackie Sandler. Her work has appeared in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, ELLE, and L’Officiel.

Alongside her editorial and red‑carpet work, Margo is passionate about teaching. She runs masterclasses for women from all continents, helping them refine their makeup for business, special occasions, and everyday confidence, as well as guiding future makeup artists through professional techniques.

At Make Up Atelier UK, every session is hands‑on, supportive, and designed to help you look and feel your best — whether you’re building a career or simply elevating your own beauty routine.