Resident
TRAINERS
Meet Our Expert Makeup Trainers
Our Resident Trainers at Cameron Jane Make-up Academy are highly experienced professionals, each bringing a wealth of industry expertise to the classroom. With backgrounds spanning editorial, bridal, fashion, and special effects makeup, our trainers are committed to providing top-tier makeup education and guidance. Their real-world experience ensures that students receive the most up-to-date makeup techniques and insights, preparing them for success in the dynamic makeup industry. Get to know our trainers and benefit from their invaluable knowledge and hands-on approach to learning.
Trainer & Assessor
Miriam Van Cooten
Website: https://www.miriamvancooten.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miriamvancooten/
After starting her career in Los Angeles on film and commercial sets, Miriam moved to Europe and the fashion hubs of Dusseldorf, Amsterdam, and Paris, where she concentrated on fashion shoots and music videos, working with many celebrities. During this time she frequently jetted across to LA and Miami for fashions and catalogues.
With her roots now firmly in Australia, Miriam established her business, MVC – shaped by the sophistication and elegance of old style Hollywood with a modern twist.
Miriam has worked with clients around the world including many celebrities; musicians Steve Tyler (Aerosmith) and Kate Ceberano and a bevy of actresses and TV personalities; Brooke Shields, Bond girl Famke Janssen, Mariel Hemmingway, Joan Rivers, Ricki Lake, and models Gale Elliot and Megan Gale.
Miriam’s work has featured in the world’s premier fashion magazines, television and print advertising, music video clips, TV and film. Locally Miriam’s work can be seen in advertising, film, video, TV, fashion and Sydney’s bridal magazines.
Trainer & Assessor
Grace Vinelli
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastsidebrowtattooandmakeup/
Born in Melbourne and based in Sydney’s East, Grace has worked successfully as a freelance make-up Artist for the last 2 decades and introduces Manual Brow Tattooing to her repertoire.
Grace is well known for her make-up expertise, brow tattooing and bridal work. Her make-up work has been published in magazines including Studio For Brides, Bride To Be, Sydney Bride, The Brides Diary and Professional Artist Magazine.
Grace’s aptitude has taken her into the world of Brow Tattoo, Theatre, Fashion Shoots, Advertising Campaigns, Fashion Parades, TV Commercials and countless Special Events.
Her client base includes National Geographic, Foxtel TV, Edge DP- Event TV, Katie Noonan, Bondi Rescue, Aimee Elizabeth, Billicorp Property Solutions, Australian Institute of Sport, Pacific Brands, The Source Apparel and Westfield centres along with various high end photographers.
Trainer & Assessor
Kellie Elizabeth Rose Stack
My career objectives are to experience and learn all facets of the Professional Make-up Industry, covering Editorial, Bridal, and Runway make-up. To work in the Fashion industry specialising in editorial and commercial makeup. To establish networks with other professionals working in Make-up.
Also to educate and help others to obtain a deeper understanding of different products and techniques regarding all aspects of Makeup Artistry, Skincare and Hair styling.
As Beauty Editor of Lita Magazine, I collaborated with the Fiji Fashion Festival, with work featured in the magazine and festival publicity. I was also runner-up in the Beauty Expo Face2Face Awards, Fashion Catwalk category, judged by top industry experts.
I have had the opportunity to work across various high-profile projects, including makeup for two Loreal Colour Trophy Semi-Finalists, Clara Fable – Nosferatu music video, and a Laud Unleashed Magazine cover with Martin Bray. My portfolio also includes contributions to campaigns such as the Lita Magazine cover featuring Samantha Harris, Ella Baché AW18, BT Runway, Tone Fitness Apparel at New York Fashion Week, and Weight Watchers.
Additionally, I’ve collaborated on projects like the Seafolly Kids campaign, Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia for Vale Denim, Deon Lee and Ark Swimwear campaigns, as well as the Sunseeker campaign. I’ve assisted renowned artists, including Martin Bray, Linda Jefferyes, and Petr Vackar, on productions for events such as the CEO Awards for Commonwealth Bank, INXS 40th Anniversary, and the Amway Convention. My work has been featured in publications like Lita Magazine, Laud Magazine, and Australian Country Magazine.
Trainer & Assessor
Teneille Sorgiovanni
Website: https://www.teneillesorgiovanni.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teneillesorg/
Agency: Work Agency
Teneille Sorgiovanni is an international make-up artist who has been working professionally in the industry for 10 years. Starting her career in Australia working on Napoleon Perdis Core Creative Team then moving to London, assisting artists from Premier Hair and Makeup Agency, Julian Watson, D+V Management and Jed Root. From this experience Teneille also worked on publications such as DANSK, Vogue UK, Flair Italia, i-D magazine and with the legendary Nick Knight for Show Studio.
Following her time in London, Teneille went to New York working with artists from Byron Bantry and Art and Commerce. Teneille has and continues to work on major fashion shows in New York, London, Paris and Milan for Fashion Week.
Currently based in Sydney Australia, represented by Work Agency.
Trainer & Assessor
Luana Bickel
Website: www.luanabickel.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luanabickel_makeup/
Luana has worked in the fashion and beauty industry for over a decade. For more than 10 years, she has perfected her craft through extensive experience in working fashion shows, at photo shoots, for runways and at a wide range of high-end events. Luana’s unique perspective and ability to think beyond what appears to be possible, has gained her a reputation as a highly skilled and sought-after makeup artist across with her work being published in print media and online, both locally and internationally. With impeccable attention to detail and a desire to push the boundaries, Luana has worked for commercial and fashion clients ranging from Morrissey, Bec & Bridge and LG. Not only a fashion artist, she also brings her skills and expertise to our television screens, having worked with a range of media clients including Channel 9, Foxtel and Sky Racing.
Luana is also a master in FACECHART design, creating anything from elegant bridal to bold editorial, avant-garde, and theatrical makeup looks. Her FACECHARTS are the blueprint for stunning, versatile designs that push creative boundaries and bring each look to life with precision and artistry.
Luana brings fresh, fun and fashion together and keeps her finger firmly on the pulse of new trends as she works closely with fashion photographers, models and stylists. She is able to bring the magic of makeup to any platform, with a strong flair for creative makeup focusing on her fashion, beauty and editorial skillset. Luana creates anything and everything, from an understated, natural look to the most exquisite makeup experiences for fashion shows.
Luana is also the brains behind the brush at ‘Brushy’, TheMakeup Studio On Wheels. The Brushy Team is committed to bringing beauty and education to the everyday woman, providing them with the ultimate pamper experiences as they discover how to embrace and enhance their own natural beauty.
Trainer & Assessor
Cat Smith
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catsmithmakeup/
Agency: Union Management
Drawing on nearly 15 years experience working as a professional make-up artist in the local and international fashion industries, international fashion week, editorial, television, advertising, celebrity, bridal and more.
Editorial: Vogue (Australia), Marie Claire, Who (Cover), King Kong, Tangent, i-D, Laud, Pages, Black, Fashion Journal (Cover), 1am, Huf, Liike, Bullett, Oyster, Yen, Superior (Cover), Denizen (3 Covers), The Journal, InStyle, Catalog, Black, Dolly, Cleo
Television: The Voice, Australia’s Next Top Model, So You Think You Can Dance, Make Me A Supermodel, MTV Awards
Celebrities: Hugh Jackman, Jessica Mauboy, Ruby Rose, Theresa Palmer, Jessica Gomez, Catriona Rowntree, Laura Dundovic, Asher Keddie, Peta Wilson, Michelle Bridges, Darren McMullen, Aaron Cash, Jason Gilkison, Shannon Holtzapffel, Jessie Tyler-Ferguson
Sydney Fashion week: over 8 years: Romance Was Born, Akira, Johanna Johnson, Manning Cartell, Bec & Bridge, Alice McCall, Di$count Universe, By Johnny, Camilla, Dyspnea, Dion Lee, Ginger and Smart, Carla Zampatti, Phoenix Keating, Alex Perry, Jayson Brunsdon (and many others)
International Fashion weeks:
New York: Proenza Schouler, Michael Kors, Hood By Air, Rag And Bone, Dion Lee, Prabal Gurung, Monique Lhuillier, Zac Posen, Sally LaPointe, Frame Denim, Rosie Assoulin, Hache, Carmen Marc Valvo, Louise Goldin (and others)
Milan: Missoni, Marni, Blumarine, Alberta Ferretti, Tod’s, Ports 1961,
Paris: Wanda Nylon, Chromat, Yazbukey, Jour/Ne
Make-up Artists worked with: Val Garland, Tom Pecheux, Kabuki, Diane Kendal, Inge Grognard, Lisa Butler, Petros Petrohilos, Gucci Westman, Benjamin Puckey, Dick Page, Hannah Murray, Maki Ryoke
Photographers: Jez Smith, Steven Chee, Richard Freeman, Georges Antoni, Hugh Stewart, Pierre Toussaint, Simon Upton, Simon Eeles, Thom Kerr, Steven Popovich, Justin Ridler, Simon Lekias, Harold David, Holly Blake, Guy Coombes, Travis Grace, Levon Baird, Henryk Lobaczewski, Cybele Malinowski, James Nelson, Cara O’Dowd, Jason Henley, David Mannah
Fashion campaigns: Dion Lee, Bec & Bridge, Manning Cartell, Sass & Bide, By Johnny, Alice McCall, Phoenix Keating, Francis the Label
Lookbooks: Dion Lee, Bec & Bridge, Manning Cartell, Sass & Bide, By Johnny, Jayson Brunsdon, Wayne Cooper, Gary Bigeni, Twenty-seven names, Vanishing Elephant, Francis the Label.
Trainer & Assessor
Kristyan Low
Website: https://www.kristyanlow.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristyanlow/
Kristyan has always been absorbed in all that the creative world has to offer ‐ its colour, vibrancy, texture and fun.
His passion as a make‐up artist came at an early age, finishing high school and heading straight to make‐up college. Having commenced his career with leading brand MAC Cosmetics, Kristyan has years of experience as a professional Make‐up artist, in addition to accompanying Hair Styling. Kristyan aims to deliver exceptional and distinctive work.
Based in Sydney, Kristyan’s body of work ranges from editorial to runway, advertising and film. Being trend‐focused and always working with superior products such as MAC, Bobbi Brown, Shu Uemura, YSL, Nars and Illamasqua assures that the finished result is impeccable.
“Make‐up is more than a made up face. It enhances and expresses, both physically and emotionally.”
CLIENT LIST
MAGAZINES: Vogue, VogueLiving, Elle, Harpers Bazaar, GQ, Good Weekend, Cleo, Cosmo, Shop Til You Drop, M2 Women/Men
SHOWS: Myer, Chanel, Lisa Ho, Manning Cartell, Ginger and Smart, Zimmermann, Ellery, Bowie
ADVERTISING: Paspaley, Lovisa, R.M.Williams, Rimmel, Vogue, Bonds, Asilio, Willah, Virgin Active Gym, Best and Less, Rebel Sport, Incu, Zanerobe, Womans Day, CityChic
TVC: The Voice, Australia’s Next Top Model, X-Factor, Make Me a Supermodel, Australia Power and Gas, Telstra, Australia’s Got Talent
Trainer & Assessor
Sofia Leigh
Website: www.sofialeigh.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofia_leigh_agency/
Sofia Leigh began her career professionally in 2007 after completing her Diploma in Hair, Makeup and FX styling; since then she has been fortunate enough to have worked alongside a number of diverse Photographers, TV Networks, Publications and Media Groups.
Some of Sofia's major clients have included: Harper's Bazaar Australia, Vogue Italia | Australia, Qantas, Channel 7, Sydney Dance Company, NIKE.
Trainer & Assessor
Helen Stronach-Thatcher
Over the past 30 years Helen has worked continuously in the arts with a background predominately in theatre circles.
Starting in 1985 with training at film @tv technology , moving to 3arts makeup college in the years to follow. As you never stop learning there were further courses including leather mask-making and various small arts courses.
In her earlier years the commercial areas of fashion and advertising took a leading role eventually taking her to Italy and Germany with an Australian photographer on assignment for magazines.
Moving with different areas of the make-up and wig world has been a prerequisite for Helen in finding where she is more suited. Finally, in the late 80’s, Opera Australia gave her first opportunity in theatre which has continued to this day. Over the last 5 years she as been with ‘Handa’ opera on the Harbour.
Within the commercial theatres areas from 1989-2016 many productions including the first ‘Les Miserable ‘in Sydney/’The lion king’/’Wicked/Billy Elliot/Oliver’/ 2 tours to Japan with ‘We will rock you’ and many more to name a few. In 2015 Helen was make-up/wig supervisor in Oman at the Royal Court in Muscat for ‘Turandot’.
Various oversees companies including Paris Opera Ballet/Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake.
Australian ballet has given Helen various tours when in Sydney. In repertoire the Belvoir and the Ensemble theatres are regular clients.
There is much freelance work around the shows including publicity and various promotional assignments. Film work includes ‘The great Gatsby and SBS documentary ‘The Great Race Riot’ over the years.