DFMA Make Up Academy

20/09/2026

✨ DFMA PROS AT LONDON FASHION WEEK ✨

What a week! 🖤

Our DFMA PRO artists absolutely smashed it at London Fashion Week SS27, working backstage alongside some incredible creative teams and bringing their skills, precision and artistry to the shows.

From skin and beauty looks to intricate creative makeup, our PROs stepped up and delivered under the pressure of a fast-paced fashion environment — exactly where professional makeup artists thrive. 🔥

We’re incredibly proud to see our DFMA artists taking their training from the academy to the fashion industry and creating work at this level.

A huge thank you to Art of Couture and Sofi Rich for having our artists involved, and to the exceptionally talented photographer C.A. McQuillan for capturing these incredible backstage moments. 📸

This is what DFMA PRO is all about
TRAIN. CREATE. CONNECT. WORK.

And this is only the beginning. 🖤

DFMA MAKEUP & HAIR ACADEMY
Where training meets the real industry.

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18/09/2026

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DFMA was founded by Davinia Fermi to make professional makeup artistry training accessible to everyone. Her London school allows students to gain the valuable experience and skills required to flourish in the makeup industry. In 2019 Davinia knew she wanted to broaden her impact beyond the reach of....

10/09/2026

🎬 FILM & TV SFX INTENSIVE

2 DAYS. REAL SFX. REAL HANDS-ON TRAINING.

📍 LONDON
📅 12TH & 13TH OCTOBER 2026

Ready to take your makeup skills into Film & TV?🎥

Learn to create:

💥 Bullet & gunshot wounds
🥊 Fight & trauma makeup
🔥 Burns & blister effects
🩸 Cuts, wounds & realistic blood
💀 Death & deceased character makeup
🟣 Bruising, swelling & impact injuries
🎭 Character & realism techniques
🎬 Effects designed to read on camera

AND YES — YOU DO IT YOURSELF.

This is a fully practical intensive designed for makeup artists wanting to expand into:

FILM • TV • MUSIC • THEATRE • EDITORIAL • PRODUCTION

⚠️ LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE

Two days. One specialist skill set that could open up a whole new area of your makeup career.

🎬 ADD SFX TO YOUR KIT. ADD IT TO YOUR PORTFOLIO. ADD IT TO YOUR SKILL SET.

👇 TO BOOK DM FOR INFO

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21/08/2026

We’re SO proud of our students! ✨💄

They’ve worked incredibly hard creating their portfolios and producing amazing content during our Content Day — building the skills, confidence and professional experience they need to step into the industry. 🤍

🔥 Our next Bridal Course is coming up and it’s almost FULL!

Want to take your skills to the next level and become part of our DFMA Pro Team? 💄✨

Spaces are limited — DM us to secure your place! 💕

17/07/2026

✨ THROWBACK ✨

Throwing it back to this incredible creative demonstration by the amazingly talented Julia Edwards. 💜

At DFMA, we believe makeup artistry is about so much more than mastering techniques.

Anyone can learn to recreate a look, but true artists understand the creative process behind it.

Our students are taught how to:
✨ Develop original concepts.
✨ Research and create mood boards.
✨ Understand colour, texture and composition.
✨ Transform inspiration into unique editorial looks.
✨ Push creative boundaries with confidence.
✨ Build a portfolio that reflects their own artistic identity.

We don’t just teach makeup, we teach our students how to think like artists.

Creativity isn’t about copying trends; it’s about creating them.

Whether your ambition is Fashion Week, film, television, editorial, advertising or bridal, learning to develop ideas, tell stories and create with purpose is what makes exceptional artists stand out in our industry.

Our academy provides more than education. We offer personal mentoring, industry insight and a supportive environment where every student is encouraged to discover their own style and creative voice.

A huge thank you to Julia Edwards for sharing her passion, creativity and expertise with our students. Demonstrations like these inspire the next generation of makeup artists to dream bigger, think differently and never stop creating.

✨ Ready to turn your passion into a career?

Join an academy where you’ll gain more than technical skills. You’ll learn to think creatively, build confidence, develop your own signature style and become part of a warm, supportive community that believes in your potential from day one.

Learn. Create. Grow. Belong.

15/07/2026

More than a makeup course.
A place where you’re seen, supported and encouraged to become the artist you’re meant to be.

At DFMA, every student matters. We know your name, celebrate your wins, and stay in your corner long after you’ve graduated, you become part of our family.

Because great artists are built through confidence, community and care, not just technique.

Learn. Create. Belong.

01/07/2026

LONDON MASTERCLASS

One Day. One Look. Into 10 Looks.

📍 London
🗓 Sunday 27 September 2026

Watch our founder Davinia transform ONE makeup look into 10 completely different looks in under two hours using the techniques she has perfected over 25+ years in the industry.

This isn’t about following trends…

It’s about understanding why techniques work so you can recreate them with confidence on any client.

Throughout the day we’ll cover:

✨ Live demonstrations
✨ Product recommendations
✨ Pro tips & insider secrets
✨ Bridal, editorial & occasion makeup techniques
✨ Business advice
✨ Interactive Q&A

Whether you’re an aspiring makeup artist, an established MUA looking to refresh your skills, or simply passionate about makeup, this masterclass is designed to inspire, educate and elevate your artistry.

🎟 Limited spaces available

Comment LONDON below and we will send you the full information pack and booking link.

29/06/2026

🎬 WE DON’T JUST TEACH MAKEUP… WE OPEN DOORS. ✨

When you train with DFMA Makeup & Hair Academy, you’re not just investing in an education you’re becoming part of a professional community that continues to support your career long after you graduate.

Our graduates receive exclusive access to our private DFMA Backstage PRO Group a members only community where we regularly share genuine industry opportunities.

From film and television productions to fashion shoots, bridal bookings, theatre, music videos, editorial campaigns and brand events, we connect our graduates with opportunities that help them gain experience, build their portfolios and take the next step in their careers.

This isn’t a public jobs page.

It’s an exclusive network created for the DFMA family, giving our graduates first access to opportunities before they’re shared elsewhere.

💗 Train with us.
🎬 Work with us.
🤝 Grow with us.

Because at DFMA, your journey doesn’t end when your course finishes.

You’re not just a student… you’re part of the DFMA family.

22/06/2026

✨ BIG NEWS! ✨

Our Online Makeup Course just got even better!

💻 Learn online at your own pace
📸 Join us for an optional professional portfolio shoot day
💄 Gain opportunities to work on real weddings, shoots and events

Because becoming a makeup artist isn’t just about learning techniques… it’s about building confidence, creating a portfolio and gaining real industry experience.

✨ Learn. Shoot. Work.

DM MAKEUP for more information 💕

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18/06/2026

✨ EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR DFMA GRADS ✨

We are thrilled to be partnering with Charlotte Tilbury and wanted to share an exciting opportunity with our DFMA Family! 💄✨

If you would love to work with one of the world’s most iconic beauty brands, gain valuable experience, or are looking for a part-time, full-time, or seasonal role, this could be your next step.

💕 Open to DFMA graduates and DFMA students.
💕 Meet the Charlotte Tilbury team.
💕 Explore career opportunities with an incredible brand.

👉 Application link in your private THE BACKSTAGE PRO GROUP