Crafting Characters for Shōgun: Insights from Our Emmy-Winning Makeup Artists
Makeup Artists play an integral role in bringing great Film and TV visions to life. An international fan-favourite, the FX series Shōgun exemplifies such a vision. Based on the best-selling James...
View ArticleElizabeth Pederson Elevates the Craft of Luxury Hairstyling
A two-time graduate of the Professional Hair Stylist School and Global Makeup Program, Elizabeth Pederson’s impressive trajectory illustrates the power of continuous learning, networking, and...
View ArticleAn Amazing Vancouver Fashion Week SS25 for Blanche Talent
Vancouver Fashion Week’s SS25 Opening Night, ‘Alex in Wonderland: The 10th Anniversary,’ was a proud moment for Blanche Macdonald Centre. Of the six designers who lit up the runway on opening night,...
View ArticleAward-Winning Makeup Artist Robby De Mesa’s Expansive Vision
Award-winning Makeup Artist and Global Makeup Program Graduate Robby De Mesa is creating his dream career. At only 21, he already embodies the authenticity and representation he once longed to see in...
View ArticleJessica Suchanek: Thriving as a Medical Aesthetician in Vancouver
Medical Aesthetician Jessica Suchanek took the road less travelled on her way to a rewarding career. She now works her magic under Jessica Maria Aesthetics and is based out of the stunning JUN...
View ArticleHow Fashion School Fueled Melody Sekulic’s Creative Journey
During her fashion school experience at Blanche Macdonald, Melody Sekulic discovered the depth of her creative voice by meeting and mastering challenges. The growth and insight gained through sharing...
View ArticlePolished to Perfection: Miz Wang, Nail Artistry Expert
Miz Wang is an accomplished nail artist and Blanche Macdonald Centre’s dynamic Nail Instructor. Her career combines creativity, nail technician program instruction, and high-profile collaborations....
View ArticleWhere Luxury Meets Comfort: Jordana Patterson’s Hair Salon Vision
There’s more to running a successful hair salon than just being a great hairstylist. Ask Hairdressing School graduate Jordana Patterson. As the Owner and Lead Stylist of Abbotsford BC’s Beard &...
View Article17 Days to the Runway: Carol Botelho’s Fashion Week Feat
First, imagine pulling off your first fashion school runway show in just 17 days. Now, imagine that the runway will be Vancouver Fashion Week, North America’s second-largest fashion show. Leading up...
View ArticleHow Kaithlyn Rauscher Built a High-Tech Home Medi-Spa
Enrolling in a medical esthetician course shaped Kaithlyn Rauscher’s path to a thriving career in advanced skincare. With years of experience—including training for a skincare brand—she now runs Oliva...
View ArticleAmanda Rozak Casts a Global Net with lululemon
Amanda Rozak is doing fashion right. She is thriving in one of the most dynamic fashion marketing jobs as Casting Specialist for North America for lululemon, matching models and looks in locations...
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