| How to Get a Job As a Mortuary Makeup Artist Posted: 25 Mar 2018 01:00 AM PDT Mortuary makeup artists apply makeup to the deceased for public viewings. This line of work is also known as "desairology." To begin a career in mortuary makeup, you'll need to attend Mortuary Science School or Cosmetology school. Since you must either be a licensed mortician or cosmetologist to work with dead bodies, you'll then need to apply for and pass your state's licensing exam. Start finding jobs by offering your services at local funeral homes and salons. At the end of the day, this job can be unusual and difficult, but it can also incredibly rewarding to bring some peace to a grieving family. EditCompleting Your Education - Take science and cosmetology-related classes in high school. Classes like biology, chemistry, and physics will give you a background in chemicals and scientific processes. You should also complete a high school cosmetology course if one is available at your school. Some schools offer this as a vocational program.[1]
- Other classes that may be helpful include communications and psychology, for learning how to respectfully communicate with families, as well as art, for understanding color and design.
- Graduate from high school or obtain your GED. Graduating high school is crucial to continuing your education as a mortuary makeup artist. Make sure to get your diploma or GED in order to apply to Mortuary Science School or Cosmetology school.[2]
- Complete your Cosmetology associate's degree. Cosmetology school requires 1,000-1,500 hours of training in makeup, hair, and nails, which you can complete at a college or 2-year school.[3] You'll be trained on mannequins and watch live demonstrations before advancing to live subjects. Many schools also offer specific courses in desairology.[4]
- Associate's degrees generally take 2 years and often include a professional certification as well.
- This training can also give you more options and experience. Even if the funeral home isn't hiring for makeup artists, they oftentimes hire hair stylists or nail artists.
- Many mortuary makeup artists use their cosmetology license to work in salons while freelancing for funeral homes.
- Attend Mortuary Science School for an emphasis on funeral home work. This path will give you more experienced and diverse training across a wide range of mortuary jobs. Mortuary makeup training will focus on mixing and injecting chemicals in order to make the deceased look more alive. This step isn't necessary, though, so only do this if you want to have multiple roles as a mortuary employee![5]
- Having extra mortuary qualifications can also make you a more attractive prospect when you start looking for jobs.
- However, many mortuary programs don't offer extensive makeup training—the emphasis is on mortuary science instead.
EditObtaining Your License - Check your state's requirements for the license exam. Most states only require a written test, but some require an additional physical exam or a certain number of apprenticeship hours before you can take the written test. Find your state's requirements through their .gov page and make sure to complete any necessary extra requirements.[6]
- For example, states like Michigan require you to complete a hairstyle in front of a board of licensed cosmetologists.
- Sign up and pay the required fee to apply online. On the your state's website, sign up for a test date and choose a location near you. Generally, you'll also have to pay a fee, which can vary depending on location. On average, you'll need to pay between $125.
- Take an online course for an extra review before the exam. Typically, beauty school will include courses specifically about the written exam, but an online course is a great option if you feel like you need a fresh run-through of the information. The course will especially help prepare you for the multiple choice section of the exam.[7]
- You can find review courses on some college websites or from independent course review companies.
- Take the written exam at your chosen location. Arrive at the location on time and be prepared for the exam to last anywhere between 90 minutes to 2 hours. It covers a wide range subjects, including product chemistry, sanitary rules and regulations, anatomy of the skin, state requirements, and knowledge of labor and compensation laws.[8]
- Pass the exam in order to receive your license. After the test, you'll hear back within 2 weeks whether you passed or not. If you pass, you'll receive your license in the mail. If you don't pass, don't worry! You can sign up and pay to take the test again on the next available exam date.[9]
EditFinding Work - Create a portfolio of your work to show potential clients and employers. Include clear, well-lit pictures of different makeup looks that you've completed, along with some before and after pictures. Your portfolio should only include pictures of living clients, but it can still show potential employers your skills and strengths.
- Your portfolio can either be online or in a physical binder, with the pages tucked into transparent sleeves.
- Include a variety of looks for different age groups to show your versatility.
- Have all your paperwork and requirements in order before you apply. Make sure to have a copy of your cosmetology or mortuary science license, paperwork showing that your immunizations are up-to-date, and a portfolio of your previous work. Bring these with you to any job interviews or funeral home director meetings.[10]
- Reach out to funeral homes in your area. Contact your local funeral home director and ask if they need a contract makeup artist or could use your services on a contract basis.[11] Having a connection with the funeral home could lead to more referrals, individual freelance jobs, or even a rare full-time position.
- If the director is interested in your work, you should both reach an agreement on pricing and how often you can come in to work.[12]
- Larger funeral homes will often hire a full-time makeup artist and smaller homes may hire local cosmetologists on an on-call or contract basis.[13]
- Spread the word about your services among local business. List your services online and leave business cards at salons that don't have a mortuary makeup artist on staff. The more you grow your list of contacts, the more experience you'll be able to have.
- Search for jobs in highly populated areas. Mortuary makeup artists tend to find more job opportunities and higher, steadier salaries in metropolitan areas rather than rural areas. Focus your job search on closeby cities or towns with a higher population.[14]
- Freelance by agreeing with someone to do their funeral makeup. This may sound like a strange transaction, but it's actually one of the most common ways to get additional freelance work in mortuary makeup.[15] Pre-arrange everything with the client, including makeup preferences and choosing a reference photo to work from.
- For a respectful, subtle way to find clients, you can let your family and friends know that you're pursuing this career, and ask them to pass your name on to anyone who may need your services.
- Many mortuary makeup artists rely on freelance work to keep their salaries steady, even if they have an on-call job at a funeral home.
- Expect to get training on the job. If you can't find a mentor or a way to get lots of experience, don't worry. Many mortuary makeup artists get their first experience with working on a deceased person after they've gotten their first job. As long as you have your training and license, you are still a viable candidate for a mortuary makeup artist position.[16]
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| How to Share Folders on Dropbox Posted: 24 Mar 2018 05:00 PM PDT This wikiHow teaches you how to share a Dropbox folder with another person via email. Sharing a Dropbox folder with another person will allow them to view and edit the folder's contents from their own Dropbox account. You can share Dropbox files with people on both the Dropbox website and the Dropbox mobile app. EditOn Desktop - Open Dropbox. Go to https://www.dropbox.com/ in your browser. This will open your Dropbox account if you're logged in.
- If you aren't logged into Dropbox, click Sign in in the upper-right side of the page, then enter your email address and password.
- Click . It's a tab on the left side of the page. Doing so will open a list of your Dropbox files.
- Select a folder. Click the checkbox to the left of a folder that you want to share. The folder will be selected.
- Click . It's a button on the right side of the folder's name. Doing so opens a new window.
- Enter an email address. Type the email address of the person with whom you want to share the folder into the text field near the top of the window.
- You can add multiple email addresses by pressing the Space key between email addresses.
- Select an editing level. By default, the person with whom you share your folder will be able to view and edit its files. If you just want them to be able to view the folder's contents, click the Can edit drop-down box, then click Can view in the drop-down menu.
- Enter a message if you like. You can enter a message for your recipient (e.g., instructions on how to use the files in the folder) in the main section of the window, but doing so is optional.
- Click . It's a blue button at the bottom of the window. This will share your folder with your recipient. If they have a Dropbox account, they'll be able to open it in their account.
- If your recipient doesn't have a Dropbox account, they'll need to create an account first.
EditOn Mobile - Open Dropbox. Tap the Dropbox app icon, which resembles an open box on a blue or white background. This will open your Dropbox Home page if you're logged in.
- If you aren't logged into Dropbox, enter your email address and password to log in.
- Tap . It's a tab at the bottom of the screen. Doing so will open a list of your files and folders in Dropbox.
- On Android, this tab is on the left side of the screen. You may first have to tap ☰ in the upper-left corner of the screen to view it.
- Find a folder. Look for the folder that you want to share with someone.
- Tap . It's below the folder that you want to share. Doing so opens a menu.
- On Android, tap ⋮ to the right of the folder instead.
- Tap . This option is in the menu. Tapping it opens a pop-up window.
- Enter an email address. Tap the "To" text field near the top of the screen, then type in the email address of the person with whom you want to share the folder.
- You can add multiple email addresses by tapping the Space key between email addresses.
- Select an editing level. By default, the person with whom you share your folder will be able to view and edit its files. If you want your recipient to be able to view the files but not edit them, tap Can edit, then tap Can view and tap the "Back" button in the top-left corner.
- Enter a message if you like. If you want to add a message (e.g., instructions on what to do with the folder),
- Tap . It's in the top-right corner of the screen. Doing so will share the folder with your selected recipient. If they have a Dropbox account, they'll be able to open it in their account.
- On Android, you'll tap the paper plane icon here instead.
- If your recipient doesn't have a Dropbox account, they'll need to create an account first.
- Dropbox will allow you to store up to 2 gigabytes of information for free, after which point you must pay a monthly fee for additional storage (or delete files to make room).
- Once a folder is shared with Can edit permissions, recipients can download and use the files in the folder as they please.
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| How to Lose Fat With Weights Posted: 24 Mar 2018 09:00 AM PDT If you want to get rid of stubborn body fat, adding strength training to your exercise regimen can help. To start losing fat, create a consistent weekly routine to build muscle and burn calories. One effective way to lose fat is doing compound exercises, which will work out multiple muscle groups at once. Keep in mind that to lose fat, you must ultimately burn more calories than you eat. Thus, you should also incorporate other healthy weight loss practices into your life. EditCreating a Strength Training Regimen - Work out your entire body 2 or 3 times a week. Do not lift weights too often, or you could injure yourself. Your muscles need time to repair after a session of lifting weights. Generally, 2 days of rest in between weight-lifting sessions will give you enough time to rest and repair before you use weights again.[1]
- When you do work out, go with compound strength training exercises for an effective way to lose fat. These are exercises that work out multiple muscle groups at once.
- Pick the right weight for your goals. No matter what type of weight you choose, you will burn calories. That said, if you want to build muscle, you should choose heavier weights. Pick weights that are heavy, but not so heavy that you can't complete a full set. If you want to build endurance, go for lighter weights.[2]
- If you are using heavier weights, you should do fewer repetitions to help you build muscle. Doing 6-12 repetitions in a set is a good guideline.
- If you are using lighter weights for endurance, do more repetitions in a set. Aim for 12-15 repetitions per set.[3]
- Repetitions (or reps) are the number of times you repeat an exercise. A set contains a certain number of repetitions that you do before you rest.
- Rest for a minute or less between each set. Resting allows you to catch your breath, but if you are trying to lose weight, avoid resting for too long. Keep your breaks to no more than a minute. If you need longer to rest, your weights may be too heavy.[4]
- Work on form rather than speed or weight. To get the most out of weight lifting, you need to make sure you have proper form. When learning a new technique, practice with no weights first to master the form. Improper form can lead to injuries, and it will reduce the benefits you receive from lifting weights.[5]
- Use online videos, bodybuilding blogs, and sports training websites to help you learn the proper form of any move you want to learn.
- At your gym, you can ask for a personal trainer to teach you the proper form of new exercises.
- Increase your weights over time. As time goes on and you get stronger, you can increase the weights that you lift to help build more muscle and burn more fat. Gradually add on weight in increments to make sure that you don't overdo it.[6]
- Add cardio to your routine to burn more calories. Lifting weights can help you build muscle and burn calories, but cardio is still useful when trying to lose fat. There are many ways that you can incorporate cardio into a weight-lifting routine. Choose a program that works for you.[7]
- Start your workout with a 10-minute run on the treadmill, bike ride, or elliptical session. At the end of the workout, do another 10 minutes to cool down.
- Do 5 minutes of cardio in between weight lifting sets. Jump on the treadmill, elliptical, or stationary bike.
- Do a full 30-45 minute cardio routine 2-3 times a week. Do these on days when you don't lift weights.
EditDoing Compound Exercises - Try deadlifts to exercise your glutes, hamstrings, and quads. Stand straight with your feet slightly apart. Hold a dumbbell in each hand, with your palms facing towards your body. Slightly bend your legs, lowering the weights down in front of your body until they reach your knees. Slowly rise back to a standing position.[8]
- Do about 2-3 sets of 6-12 reps each if you are using heavier weights and 12-15 repetitions if you are using lighter weights.
- Do a bench press to strengthen your chest, front shoulders, and back. Lie back on a bench and position yourself under a racked barbell. Plant your feet flat on the ground. Arch your back slightly to keep a neutral spine. Grip the bar tightly and push up to remove the bar from the rack. Slowly lower the bar towards your chest before pushing up again.[9]
- Do 2-3 sets of 6-12 repetitions each if you want to build muscle. Aim for 2-3 sets of 12-15 reps if you want to work on endurance.
- Perform dumbbell rows to help your abs, shoulders, back, and biceps. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Grasp a dumbbell in each hand, with your arms straight down in front of your body. With your knees slightly bent and your back straight, lean forward while keeping your abs tight and your chest facing down. Bend your elbows to pull the dumbbells up until your shoulders squeeze together. Hold for a second before slowly lowering them back down.[10]
- With heavier weights, repeat this exercise 6-12 times for 2-5 sets. If you use lighter weights, go for 2-3 sets of 12-15 repetitions.
- Do a single-arm dumbbell press to work your arms and shoulders. Hold the dumbbell at shoulder height with your arm bent. This is the starting position. Slowly extend your arm up until it is straight. Keep your shoulder down while you do this; do not lift it towards your ear. Hold this pose for a second before slowly lowering it down to starting position.[11]
- With heavier weights, repeat this exercise 6-12 times on each arm for 2-5 sets. With lighter weights, do 2-3 sets of 12-15 reps for each arm.
- Add dumbbells to squats for a good lower body workout. Hold a dumbbell in each hand. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Lower yourself by bending your knees, but keep your back straight. Your knees should be straight over your toes. Once your thighs are parallel to the ground, rise back up slowly to a standing position.[12]
- You can hold the dumbbells straight out in front of your or straight down your sides. Don't move your arms as you squat.
- Do 2-3 sets of 6-12 repetitions if you are using heavy weights. Aim for 2-3 sets of 12-15 reps if you are using light weights.
- Squats will work your glutes, hamstrings, quads, and adductors.
- Hold dumbbells while doing lunges to help your thighs and glutes. While standing, hold a dumbbell in each hand. Step forward with 1 leg while keeping the other leg back. As you do this, lower your hips towards the floor. Your knees should be bent at 90-degree angles. Move your legs back into a standing position.[13]
- Do 2-3 sets of 6-12 repetitions with heavy weights or 2-3 sets of 12-15 reps with light weights.
EditBurning Fat and Calories - Track the calories that you eat using a weight loss website or app. Use an online calorie tracker like SuperTracker or an app like My Fitness Pal to watch what you eat each day. Record how many calories are in each serving of food or drink. Also add the number of calories you burned from exercise.[14]
- To lose fat, you must burn more calories than you eat. You need to burn 3,500 calories to lose of fat. To make this more manageable, aim for a calorie deficit of 500 calories a day.
- Keep in mind that muscle weighs more than fat. As you build muscle, you may become heavier, but you may still be losing fat.
- Get enough protein in your diet to support building muscle. Protein can help you build and maintain muscle, but your diet shouldn't be more than 35% protein. You should eat about .37 grams of protein for every of body weight. Protein-rich foods include eggs, meats, fish, and cottage cheese.[15]
- For example, you might eat scrambled eggs in the morning, a peanut butter sandwich for lunch, and grilled chicken for dinner.
- Eat complex carbohydrates to give you energy. Carbohydrates can give you energy while you lift weights. The best carbs are complex carbs, which also give you fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Complex carbs include whole grains, oatmeal, lentils, and beans. Avoid simple carbs, like sugar, baked goods, white rice, pasta, and soda.[16]
- Carbs should make up between 45-65% of your diet.
- Choose unsaturated fats to store energy for your muscles. Fats should make up 20-30% of your diet. Look for healthy fats (known as unsaturated fats), such as olive oil, fish, nuts, and avocados. Avoid saturated fats, like fried food, margarine, and fatty meats.[17]
- Use body fat measurements to track your progress instead of a scale. Muscle weighs more than fat. If you build muscle, you may weigh more, even if you are shedding fat. Body fat measurements are a better way to check your progress. Some common measurements include:[18]
- Using body calipers at home or at a gym.
- Using a body fat scale or monitor at a gym or doctor's office.
- Undergoing water displacement at a large hospital or health facility.
- Getting a DEXA scan from a doctor or health spa.
- You cannot target fat on certain areas of your body with exercise. The only way to lose fat in one area is to lose fat overall.
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