Makeup to Go Blog Testimonials

What Clients Have Said...

“I had Tania Russell as my instructor at the Blush School of Makeup during 2013-2014. She taught our runway, HD, photography, and airbrush courses. She was by far one of my favorite teachers at Blush. Tania would always give good, honest critiques and would have me redo my work until we got the result she knew I was capable of. She would also challenge me to push my comfort level and try other styles that I was not familiar with. Tania is a wonderful teacher with a wealth of knowledge and a magnetic energy. I learned so much under her instruction and anyone would be very lucky to have Tania as a teacher.”

Crista Llewellyn, FX Artist & Educator

“I have trained with multiple artists and none of them compare to Tania Russell’s ability to give you the professional artist’s trained eye and knowledge to run your own business. While taking her advanced courses I developed many skills I reference on EVERY job. She is the main reason I continue booking on a continues basis and has provided me with countless tips on how to keep pushing through the highs and lows of this business. I don’t know where I would be right now if I didn’t attend her classes and I look up to her as the best mentor I have ever had. Take her workshops/classes you have everything to gain!”

Sabrina Foster, Esthetician / Makeup Consultant

“Tania Russell has helped me grow tremendously as a Makeup Artist… I met her at Blush School of Makeup in San Francisco where she taught me how to Airbrush, Runway Makeup and Photography Makeup. Tania’s classes are no-nonsense, informative, to the point and most importantly relevant in today’s makeup industry. If you want real education that works, where you know you will get results- use Tania. I did, and now I am working in an industry I love.”

Bethany Eskandani, Permanent Makeup Specialist / Makeup Artist

“Tania’s input into my Portfolio Review and my planning of a new website was exceptional. High quality yet fantastic value. She is a straight, honest, constructive talker with no judgement and I felt completely safe with her. I feel either validated in my gut or seeing things with different eyes…exactly what people should have for a Portfolio Review. I do believe in paying for it for true impartiality and professionalism. Your colleagues and friend might not tell you the truth! Now I have to match Tania’s professionalism and standards and put into action her advice. She met my expectations and went beyond. I would recommend her to anyone in the photography, design, or makeup field. Thank you again, Tania!”

Vanessa B. Lee, Union Makeup Artist

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