Founded in July 2017, Daniel Bauer Makeup Academy is widely regarded as one of the top makeup academies in India and the leading makeup academy in Mumbai. Located in Andheri West, at the very heart of Bollywood's film and fashion industry, our Mumbai campus offers professional makeup artist courses built around real-world training. Every makeup artist course at DBA is designed to give students hands-on experience, a high-end professional portfolio, and the confidence to build a successful career in professional makeup and hairstyling — in India and internationally.
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322 to 324 Laxmi Mall, Laxmi Ind Estate Off New Link Road, Andheri West Mumbai, Maharashtra 400053 M: +91 99302 59526 academy@artistfactoryindia.co.in
Founded by celebrity artist Daniel Bauer, our professional makeup academy in Mumbai bridges the gap between classroom learning and the beauty industry. Students receive elite mentorship, master advanced makeup artistry, and gain unmatched real-world exposure on Bollywood movie sets, high-profile fashion weeks, and reality TV shows.
We offer premium, comprehensive makeup and hair styling programs tailored for beginner to advanced levels. Our signature tracks include: Platinum Pro Course: An advanced, 12-month career-launching program featuring 30 days of live placement training.
● Gold Course: An intensive 12-week core track packaged with 13 days of professional placement experience.
● Silver Course: A 12-week foundational program for beginners that includes 6 days of practical placement training.
● Sapphire Course: A 12-day advanced master session led by Daniel Bauer, specifically designed for existing makeup artists
● Diamond Course: An exclusive 2-day personal masterclass session personally conducted by Daniel Bauer.
● Crystal Course: A 12-day personal makeup and beauty influencer program spanning 3 to 4 weeks.
Yes. We offer practical hands-on training through elite tier-1 industry placements. Our student community regularly secures work assisting at Lakme Fashion Week, prestigious editorial photoshoots, high-fashion campaigns, and premium celebrity bridal events.
A standout Instagram portfolio is essential for high-paying gigs. Our courses include fully produced portfolio photoshoots featuring international models and top-tier fashion photographers, ensuring you graduate with an industry-ready digital resume.
Our state-of-the-art campus is situated in the heart of Mumbai’s entertainment hub: Laxmi Mall, Laxmi Industrial Estate, Andheri West. This prime location places students right next to iconic film, television, and creative production studios.
