They say the eyes are the windows to our soul. I guess some of our windows need a deep clean. No problem. We take a personal inventory of our lives, go inside ourselves and work on the internal essence of our being, but don't forget about your curbside appeal! As superficial as some may view makeup, I've never met a woman who didn't respond positively when her exterior was finessed. When our spirits sore, the inner beauty that expresses itself visually through us is untouchable.

A young girl cashed me out the other day wearing so much eyeliner I thought she was a quarterback. I was going to tackle her, get her in a half nelson and buff her eyes down, but then she gave me my croissant and I became distracted. I'm not suggesting one has to be over zealous in front of the mirror at five thirty in the morning, but life is a balancing act, and so is beauty!

After choosing the right makeup school, one of the biggest challenges facing aspiring makeup artists is how to gain valuable industry experience. The old adage "practice makes perfect" is especially applicable to those in the makeup arts. A good makeup school will offer it's students fieldwork opportunities for exactly this reason, which is why The School of Professional Makeup leapt at the chance to work with some big players in the cosmetic industry.

What ever happened to Fay Wray? We've lost her in the tunnels of time, but the new starlet captured in these beastly arms is just as gorgeous as Wray ever was- and we've done it all with a little bit of air! Sounds light? You're right! Airbrushing! The flawless coverage and natural translucency that airbrush makeup offers is a huge step in the evolution of makeup art.

Professional Makeup Artist Rob Closs chats with Society Hair Stylist Robert Gage.

Dawn Skinner, from 94.5 The Bull a.k.a The Cougar... just got tame! Rob's mission was to do a beauty makeover, and provide Dawn with some usable fashion advice and beauty tips. Dawn immediately set the tone for the rest of the day - fun, fun, fun, and more fun!

What lies in Granny's Crypt-ic Cupboard? This Halloween makeup idea is for those who love the horror of HELL-oween. If you are nifty enough, Granny's goodies could turn you into this!

Rob caught up with the boys in the midst of their insanely busy schedule. In-between two shows and other confidential projects in bloom, the boys discuss their take on style, beauty, and how it all started, over the long distance wire.

Metro News profiled Rob Closs, Founder and Managing Director of The School of Professional Makeup. Unhappy with makeup schools in Canada, Rob discusses his reasons for opening the school. Rob also gives some great makeup tips.

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