Hi, I’m Katie Saarikko, I’m a makeup artist and beauty photographer. I recently moved to the Kilmore area in Victoria, north of Melbourne. I completed a Diploma of Specialised Makeup Services in 2014 and have since established myself as a creative artist working in commercial, beauty, fashion, and event makeup.
To achieve the types of beauty images I envisioned, I pursued further education in:
- Makeup: (Chereine Waddell, Mia Connor, Rae Morris, Danessa Myricks, Isabelle de Vries, Martha Mok, Ali Price)
- Hair styling: (Danielle Murrihy and Martha Mok)
- Gel nail and nail tech: (Elleebana)
- Photography: (Chayla Taylor one-on-one, Kristine Rose, Retouching Academy, Sue Bryce, and one-on-one training with Kevin Thornhill)
My passion lies in beauty editorial makeup and photography. The act of creating art fuels my drive, and I find joy in helping other artists achieve their creative goals. I challenge others to step out of their comfort zones.
As an LGBTQIA+ ally, I’ve volunteered with the gender-diverse and queer community on several initiatives, including:
- The 2019 Gender Diversity Project posters
- Launching the TranzAustralia Makeovers program
- The 2015 TranzAustralia poster campaign
I’m a strong advocate for body positivity and inclusivity. My makeup chair has a weight limit of up to 160kg but alternatives can be arranged if this is not suitable.
Get in touch to find out how I can help you.
XO, Katie
MEDIA
- ABC Radio Canberra – Charles ‘Bud’ Tingwell’s makeup kit paints a picture of actor’s dedication to craft
- Canberra Times – Transgender makeovers provided for free to the gender-diverse community in Canberra
- Beauty Icons 101: Monica Belluci – Her Canberra
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- One on one session about posing and photography with Chayla Taylor (2025)
- Wing Liner and Lip Service – Mia Connor (2020)
- Concept Driven Editorial Makeup Artist Masterclass – Chereine Waddell (2020)
- Professional Beauty Retouching – Retouching Academy (2020)
- The Foundation of Beauty – Tina Eisen (2019)
- Studio Photography and Retouching – Anita Sadowska (2019)
- Look and Learn – Danessa Myricks (2019)
- Apply Gel Nail Enhancements – Statement of Attainment – Elleebana (2018)
- Editorial Makeup Masterclass – Isabelle de Vries (2018)
- Studio Beauty – Retouching Academy (2018)
- Master Dodge and Burn – Retouching Academy(2016)
- Asian Bridal Makeup updated – Martha Mok (2018)
- Master Hair Styling, Advanced Hair Styling and Asian Bridal Makeup – Martha Mok(2017)
- Masterclass – Rae Morris(2015)
- Eyes Workshop – Ali Price(2015)
- Upstyle hairstyling – Danielle Murrihy (2015)
- Diploma of Specialist Makeup – Canberra Makeup Academy(2014)
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Runner up – 2019 Makeup Weapons, Weapons of Mass Creation – PRO Artist category
- Editor’s Choice – Face to Face Makeup Awards 2018
- Finalist – 2016 Makeup Weapons, Weapons of Mass Creation – Student Artist
- Student of the Year Award (2014) – Canberra Makeup Academy