Debrief with a diva

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  “You can’t work yourself to the ground” 07.09.2026 26мин

  “You can’t work yourself to the ground”The Diva is back and this week with a very special guest… Kate Devlin! One of Australia’s best artists shares how she built a booked-out bridal makeup business throughout her 10 years in the industry! She shares her secrets to building a bridal empire and the toll it can take on your body if you don’t look after yourself in a demanding industry. Kate and Brock discuss pricing and how many artists including Kate should be charging more for their talent. lets not forget Kate unleashes whats pissing her off and I think you’ll definitely agree, are brow laminations done? CHAPTERS00:00 — Introduction 00:32 — 10 years freelancing as a bridal makeup artist01:42 — Growing up in the country03:50 — Getting into makeup and studying 05:11 — Over 100 weddings in a year?06:31 — Nearly booked out next year already?08:50 — Venue vendor lists and industry connections12:02 — Why the bride shouldn’t go last13:43 —  Crazy wedding mornings18:42 — Burnout, voice loss, and health problems21:19 — Advice for baby MUAs23:27 — Fried laminated browsBROCKS ONLINE EDUCATIONhttps://www.paintbybrock.com/online-education-1WHERE TO FIND KATE https://www.instagram.com/katedevlin/?hl=enWHERE TO FIND BROCK⁠https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK⁠INTRO/OUTRO SONG Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMWWatch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
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  my pricing just went up and so should yours 31.08.2026 51мин

  “My pricing just went up and so should yours”Paint By Brock  is not holding back! (as per usual) In this episode we are talking all things pricing in the freelance world! I break my golden rule not broadcasting pricing increases by doing this topic but it had to be done. I’m digging deep into what a makeup artist actually makes and how to price accurately for your business, expenses and most importantly travel! And let’s not forget, I’m having my diva moment at the end of the episode, specifically for you people that are selling yourselves short!CHAPTERS0:00 — The diva is back0:27 — Why pricing matters right now4:51 — You’re basically apologising for increasing your prices 10:41 — My current pricing breakdown11:56 — Why does Bridal cost more?17:15 — The journey from $120 to $25018:12 — Real business and real expenses 22:27 — Why fewer clients can mean better work25:20 — A client told me I need to charge more 26:53 — Why $250 is not actually that much 35:34 — I’m not leaving the house for less than…40:11 — How much should a smaller MUA charge?43:24 — Raise the prices and see what happens 45:14 — What’s pissing me off50:01 — Whats coming soon ONLINE EDUCATIONhttps://www.paintbybrock.com/online-education-1WHERE TO FIND BROCK⁠https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK⁠INTRO/OUTRO SONG Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMWWatch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
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  sometimes free work is worth it 24.08.2026 32мин

  “Sometimes free work is worth it”In this episode Makeup Artist Paint by Brock interviews full time model and content creator Alicja Marszalek! Brock asks deep questions many are too afraid to ask, specifically about models working for free in the industry! Alicja gives us the scoop all about the world of Modelling and how AI is creeping in on the modelling industry! If you don’t know how to approach models in the industry or want to grow your social presence this is the episode for you and as per usual its unfiltered! WARNING we have many diva moments and laughs throughout this episode. CHAPTERS0:00 — Brock introduces this weeks guest!2:00 — Who is Alicja Marszalek?4:32 — When free work is worth it8:34 — What a model will look at when your approaching for free work10:06 —Inspiration for the baby models 12:40 — How has Alicja grown her following so quickly? 15:05 — Perfection kills authenticity17:16 — AI MODELS? 19:31 — Sometimes keeping things private is okay ONLINE EDUCATIONhttps://www.paintbybrock.com/online-education-1WHERE TO FIND BROCK⁠https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK⁠WHERE TO FIND ALICJAhttps://www.instagram.com/alicja_marszalek/?hl=enhttps://www.everi-body.com/divisions/talent/portfolios/alicjaINTRO/OUTRO SONG Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMWWatch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
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  The advice I would give to younger Brock 17.08.2026 31мин

  “The advice I would give to younger Brock”In this episode Makeup Artist Paint by Brock gives advice to new and seasoned Makeup Artists! From what Brock would do from the very start of your career to whats he’s been doing this year to keep momentum, success and reach his goals. All the mistakes and real life scenarios (unfiltered as usual) to really show that there’s always bumps in the road to create your dream life! And lets not forget Brock has his diva moment and he’s mad this week about sticky tape… You’ll just have to listen to find out!CHAPTERS00:00 Where did these sunglasses come from01:13 Todays episode 03:54 Working confidently across all skin tones10:37 Free work, content, and building experience12:50 Why retail experience matters16:09 Honest feedback and improving your craft19:17 Running the business backend properly21:51 Kindness will get you far24:34 The checklist for success 26:11 Whats pissing this diva off ONLINE EDUCATIONhttps://www.paintbybrock.com/online-education-1WHERE TO FIND BROCK⁠https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK⁠INTRO/OUTRO SONG Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMWWatch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
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  Closed mouths don't get fed 10.08.2026 31мин

  “Closed mouths don’t get fed with Ellie Durbridge"Ellie is one of my favourite makeup artists PERIOD! Her talent can be seen in her work living in  London and now down under in Australia! She has a catalogue of pro artistry under her belt, whether that be assisting the top artists in the game, glamming celebrity clientele or creating her own perfected etherial glams. We deep dive into Ellie’s life in London, the key things for assisting your favourite artists, tips for moving overseas as a creative and a safe space for Ellie to have a diva moment! CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Ellie and Her Journey02:49 Ellie's Artistry and Style Evolution05:54 Comparing the Makeup Industry: Australia vs London12:13 What you need to know about moving overseas as a freelancer17:58 Advice for Aspiring Makeup Artists and Assistants19:35 Assisting and Learning in the Industry25:02 Future Aspirations and Growth28:40 Ellie has her diva moment and tells us what's pissing her offWHERE TO FIND ELLIEhttps://www.instagram.com/makeupbyelliedurbridge/WHERE TO FIND BROCKhttps://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrockhttps://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCKINTRO/OUTRO SONG Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMWWatch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
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  WTF is Debrief with a Diva 03.08.2026 18мин

  “WTF is Debrief with a Diva "The diva is here! You’ve all heard me in short form content chatting what i’m passionate about (makeup of-course) but here is your extended look into my world and the people I love and admire! In this episode i’m breaking down who I really am and how in less than a year I’ve gained 20,000 followers, hosted 4 masterclasses, grew my self confidence and finally feel like I’ve found my artistic style! Oh and not to forget I’ll be yapping about who inspires me in and out of the industry and I have a little “Diva” moment at the end of the episode where I get too get things off my chest. CHAPTERS00:00 - Welcome and episode overview01:18 - My upbringing in a small town02:15 - Moving to Brisbane and career ambitions02:42 - I’ve always been a diva even on the family farm03:40 - Moving to the city 04:31 - Overcoming bullying 05:18 - Developing a career in makeup artistry05:39 - Building social media presence 06:07 - The shift from hobby to profession06:34 - Why authenticity is key on social media07:01 - The importance of personality in content07:16 - Learning from industry inspirations and mentors08:15 - Viral success within the past year11:47 - Brock’s favourite industry icons and inspirations12:15 - What it means to be a diva15:24 - I hate moving 17:09 - Wrap-up and upcoming contentWHERE TO FIND BROCK⁠https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK⁠INTRO/OUTRO SONG Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]Music provided by NoCopyrightSoundsFree Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMWWatch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube