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Hi, my name is Sue Kim and I have dedicated my life to the pursuit of helping people find their confidence through my joy of makeup artistry.

Starting in hair and beauty school in Korea over 23 years ago, I continued my studies in Special FX make-up, working with a team in many film, television and theatre entertainment industries throughout Korea.

Continuing to hone my craft; I continued working on both beauty and SFX make-up with many leading companies such as LG, Samsung, Coca Cola and Addidas Korea - bridging my talents into professional bridal makeup since the late 1990s.  

Since moving to Cairns, I've enjoyed being able to help many clients achieve their stunning looks for both weddings and events. Furthermore, I've had the privilege of working with many talented individuals within the film, television and sectors in Australia. ​

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​A few of my working credits include being a makeup artist for: ​

 

  • Phantom of the Opera by the Cairns Choral Society 

  • Beauty and the Beast by the Rondo Theatre 

  • SBS Television - Insight 

  • 60 Minutes - Dramatic reconstruction 

  • Feature Film - This Little Love of Mine

  • Foxtel - The Real Housewives of Melbourne

  • Mamma Mia by the Cairns Choral Society 

  • Wicked by the Cairns Choral Society

  • Hamlet and the Climate Change Emergency with the Tropical Arts 

  • Landfall (locally-directed and produced a movie which has won 7 awards at Australian Screen Industry Network Awards and the Oz International Film Festival)

  • Last Spark - Feature film 

  • Social Shoot Soirees with Cairns Artistic Photography.

  • Stan - Black Snow television series 2022 (SQ attachment) 

  • Wizards movie 2022  (Additional makeup artist) 

  • The Great Australian Road Trip 2025 (SBS TV) 

  • Budget battlers 2024 (Channel Nine) 

Besides my work, I've enjoyed hosting multiple workshops and masterclasses for a variety of skill levels and ages.  Additionally Ive become a mentor with Screen Queensland in 2024 / 2025 - in order to spread my love of both beauty and SFX makeup to everyone. 

To ensure your complete peace of mind, I carry public liability insurance, a fully active blue card as well as being fully vaccinated against COVID.

If you are interested in booking a beauty makeup consultation click here

If you are interested in special effects for film or television productions click here

BUSINESSES I'VE WORKED WITH

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