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Amber Talarico is a hair & makeup artist in Los Angeles CA and creator of What It Takes. Incorporating her 13 years of experience, Amber teaches artists how to manifest money and success by sharing business and mindset techniques that every artist can use

Amber Talarico


    • Feb 9, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 48m AVG DURATION
    • 20 EPISODES


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    I'm glad I got fired

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023 36:36


    Getting fired sucks. But sometimes it's a blessing in disguise. In this episode, I share the light at the end of the tunnel after I got fired for the first time ever. When one door closes, another opens. And let me tell ya... the next door that opened was magical. Find me in IG and follow! @manifestingwithamber Book a Human Design session with me!  Life Purpose HD Reading: https://what-it-takes.ck.page/products/life-purpose-hd-reading Mini HD Reading: https://what-it-takes.ck.page/products/mini-human-design-reading   

    The biggest mistake that is hindering your success

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022 54:26


    It's been a long break, 8 months to be exact! But, I am back with excitement and motivation to share what I have uncovered in the past 8 months of deep healing through my newfound genius zone. Get ready, world: there's so much goodness coming your way! This episode, I dive deep into what happened during the first 4 months of the year that truly crushed my soul and exactly how I got out of such a dark place.  I share what I have experienced to  be the answer to the biggest mistake we all make that is hindering our success and fullest potential.  To book a Human Design session with me, send me a DM on IG: www.instagram.com/amber.talarico   

    2021vs. 2022: Go from blow up to GLOW up

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2021 83:16


    2021 was a $h!t show of a year for me, and I am ready to say GOODBYE to 2021 and HELLO to 2022.  I started to do some Feng Shui techniques to get rid of all the old energy connected to 2021 (and previous years), so that I can make room for all of the amazing things I want to create, manifest and call in for the year 2022. In this episode, I share exactly my process and how you can do the same so that you step into the new year RIGHT and LIGHT! Don't miss out on the Manifesting MUA 2022 Goal Setting Event. It's going to be insanely epic! Click this link to sign up:  https://what-it-takes.ck.page/products/2022-goal-setting-event   

    2021vs. 2022: Go from blow up to GLOW up

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2021 83:16


    2021 was a $h!t show of a year for me, and I am ready to say GOODBYE to 2021 and HELLO to 2022.  I started to do some Feng Shui techniques to get rid of all the old energy connected to 2021 (and previous years), so that I can make room for all of the amazing things I want to create, manifest and call in for the year 2022. In this episode, I share exactly my process and how you can do the same so that you step into the new year RIGHT and LIGHT! Don't miss out on the Manifesting MUA 2022 Goal Setting Event. It's going to be insanely epic! Click this link to sign up:  https://what-it-takes.ck.page/products/2022-goal-setting-event   

    Burnouts and Strikes: What‘s killing the film industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2021 80:49


    Burnout is dangerous and something that needs to be addressed in the film industry. Amidst a potential strike, the film industry is finally speaking up about the mistreatments crew members have dealt with for decades. Amber shares her personal experience with burnout that lead her to an overnight stay in the emergency room. All due to the immense stress and utter exhaustion that come with working int he film territory. But Is it worth it?.... Follow Amber on Instagram at @whatittakes_mua Are you a makeup artist or hairstylist looking to learn from a highly successful artist? Amber has worked with celebrities, on major TV shows, ad campaigns, and commercials. She has helped many artists from all different areas gain the knowledge, motivation and confidence to pursue their dreams and land their dream jobs.  To book a one on one coaching session with Amber, Click this link: https://calendly.com/whatittakesfilm/60min?month=2021-09  Are you experiencing burnout, exhaustion or emotional/physical pain? Amber also offers distant Psychic Reiki Healing sessions. She has a 100% success rate in her sessions with her clients thus far who have experienced anything from physical healing, healing emotional trauma, regaining motivation, and mental clarity.  To book a Psychic Reiki Healing session with Amber, Click this link: https://calendly.com/whatittakesfilm/reiki?month=2021-09  To watch the What It Takes Documentary, click here: www.whatittakesafilmaboutmakeupartists.vhx.tv 

    The TRUTH about Leveling Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 48:30


    It's been a while since my last episode and there's a BIG reason why... Several shitty situations happening one after another. The last month has been the hardest for me in almost 10 years and I vulnerably share with you the obstacles that have come my way during this episode. If you loved this episode, feel free to take a screen shot and tag @manifestwithamber for a chance to win a fun makeup goodie package from my team and I. One winner will be chosen by September 15th!  If you want to join our next Manifesting MUA Bootcamp, get on the waitlist! Simply click this link: https://what-it-takes.ck.page/1a2f9a179d If you want to rent or buy the film, "What It Takes" head on over to www.whatittakesfilm.com 

    Let's Talk About Rates

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2021 66:24


    This episode is all about the heated convo circulating the makeup industry: rates.  Amber gives an honest and open conversation about her thoughts on this topic and digs deep on bringing up a point she has been so nervous to speak about publicly.  Listen to the episode to find out exactly what she has to say about why all aspects are 100% valid.   Follow and tag us on Instagram: @manifestwithamber Follow Amber on Instagram: @Amber.talarico Download the free manifesting meditation: https://what-it-takes.ck.page/4c93b3c8be

    Getting Paid Opportunities from Your Instagram

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2021 37:35


    Want to get paid opportunities directly from your IG? There's a strategy to it, and NO: it's NOT about how many followers you have.  This episode, I dig into some of the strategies I have personally experienced testing inside my makeup career... figuring out what works and what doesn't. Self promotion is such a hard thing to do as a makeup artist, but it doesn't have to be hard. I give two extremely valuable ways to get paid opportunities starting today. Listen and make sure to let me know what your fav part of the episode is! If you are interested in really diving deep into making serious money in your makeup career, check out The MUA Content Arsenal. With over 200 content ideas, a 40 page e-book with my personal secrets on EXACTLY what to do on your IG, calendar sheets, goal sheets and more, head over to the link below: https://linktr.ee/whatittakes_mua Follow us on instagram: https://instagram.com/whatittakes_mua   

    The Most Important Question You'll Ever Ask Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2021 43:52


    Amber talks about the most important question to ever ask yourself in the process of manifesting your goals.  This question has shifted Amber's perspective significantly and within 4 months has drastically changed who and what she embodies in order to not only manifest her goals but manifest them fast!  If you love this episode, SHARE the love by taking a screen shot of this episode and tagging @whaittakes_mua with your biggest takeaway from the episode! ( https://instagram.com/whatittakes_mua ) Want to watch the documentary Amber directed and produced, "What It Takes"? Rent or buy the digital download at  www.whatittakesafilmaboutmakeupartists.vhx.tv 

    The path of Illusion Makeup Artistry with Mimi Choi

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2020 37:09


    Mimi Choi, aka @mimles, has an inspiring story of how she got to where she is today as one of the most famous makeup artists in the world. Mimi is a professional makeup artist from Vancouver, Canada who helped pioneer the illusion makeup genre.  She's been a global brand ambassador for major makeup brands including Make Up For Ever, Kryolan, MAC, Mehron and her work has been featured on various publications, shows, music videos and most notably the last Met Gala. Get ready to be inspired! Follow Mimi at https://www.instagram.com/mimles Follow What It Takes at https://www.instagram.com/whatittakes_mua/  Join the What it Takes Inner Circle Membership at www.whatittakesfilm.com/innercircle  Use Coupon Code PODCAST50 for 50% off your first month!

    The Importance of Celebrating Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 24:40


    What have you accomplished in your life? Big and small? Have you taken the time to celebrate both your big AND small wins?! This is our 10th episode, and I wanted to talk about the topic of celebrating yourself along your journey. This is so important and detrimental to your confidence along your path to success. We all have major goals, but Stop to smell the roses every once and a while. follow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/whatittakes_mua Follow the Host on Instagram: http://instagram.com/amber.talarico 

    Creating Characters with Donald Mowat

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 34:12


    Donald Mowat is an award winning makeup department head and personal makeup artist to celebrities like Jake Gyllenhall, Mark Wahlberg, and Ryan Gosling. He is known for his work in The Fighter, Nightcrawler, Sicario, Prisoners, and Skyfall. What I love most about Donald is his approach to creating subtle character makeups with his actors in each movie he works on. I came across his work in Nightcrawler and immediately became a super fan.  During this interview, Donald speaks about his experience creating character makeups, what his process is, and also how to have a good balance between being a department head AND a personal makeup artist to A-list celebrities.  You can connect with Donald Mowat on Instagram at http://instagram.com/mowatdonald If you liked this episode, make sure to tag us @whatittakes_mua and @mowatdonald and let us know what your favorite part of the episode was!  

    BECOMING MAGNETIC W/ BRIANNA ROSE

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 36:12


    In the last 4-5 years, my career has changed drastically in the most positive way possible. My day rates have sky rocketed, I am constantly busy, and I work with clients that I absolutely adore. What's my secret? I've expanded my magnetic energy through practicing Kundalini Yoga. In this episode, I bring the absolutely fabulous Brianna Rose, who was my mentor in her program The Ascension Academy.  Brianna is creating massive shifts in the world of entrepreneurship and yoga, and I am honored to say I have been a part of her program and continue to retake any and all her programs.  If you are interested in applying for The Ascension Academy Click this link: https://bit.ly/2WvawTl You can also find her on instagram http://instagram.com/iambriannarose or request to join her private Facebook Group: The Rising Light Sisterhood

    Interview w/ Eryn Krueger Mekash: The Truth About "Overnight Success"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 45:12


    Eryn Krueger Mekash is an 8-time Emmy Winning Makeup Designer and Makeup Dept Head for TV and Film.  You know her work on American Horror Story, Glee, Nip/Tuck, as well as the upcoming Netflix series Hollywood.  In this episode, Eryn shares her experience rising to the top, and how it didn't happen over night. Some may see the amount of success she has had, and think that this happened "overnight" when really, there were many years of hard work she put into her career before ever receiving multiple awards and working on the top shows in TV and Film.  Follow Eryn on Instagram at @makeuphag- http://instagram.com/makeuphag  Follow us on Instagram at @whatittakes_mua http://instagram.com/whatittakes_mua Purchase What It Takes the film featuring Eryn Krueger Mekash among Ve Neill, Joel Harlow, Sarah Tanno and 20 more award winning artists at www.whatittakesfilm.com 

    IMPORTANCE OF MULTIPLE STREAMS OF INCOME

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2020 32:02


    Freelance hair and makeup artists need to know the importance of multiple streams of income. This pandemic is a huge eye opener to this topic alone.  While there are SO many options, I go over 8 different streams of income you can explore. 

    WHAT TO DO WHILE WE WAIT

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 45:47


    We are all eager to get back to work, right? Some of us might even question IF we will ever go back to work...my answer to you is YES WE WILL With that said, I share 6 things we all should do during this time while we wait for productions to get back up and running, our brides and clients who wait to take advantage of our services, retail stores to open back up, etc.  We are all in this together!

    SOCIAL MEDIA DURING QUARANTINE

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 46:11


    Social media for make up artists is incredibly important, and even more so during this crazy quarantine.  In this episode, I go in-depth about how you can utilize this time to lightly promote yourself to whatever comfort level you want during this time.  What we do during this time via social media will help or hurt our careers once we all get back up and working after this is all over. 

    PLANNING YOUR CAREER IN MAKEUP WITH ALISHA BAIJOUNAS

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2020 64:26


    Join me this week as I interview freelance artist and creator of The Freelance MUA Planner, Alisha Baijounas. Not only is her last name super fun to say, but she is just a super cool and fun person as a whole. Alisha shares her story so openly and honestly while explaining the ups and downs, her personal doubts as well as doubts from loved ones.  Everyone can relate to her journey! She recently launched the first ever planner designed specifically for makeup artists, and it is truly jaw dropping how amazing it is! For our lovely listeners, we have a special 20% discount when you use coupon code WIT20 at check out when you purchase your planner at www.themakeupartistplanner.com

    THE #1 WAY TO GET JOBS AS A MAKEUP ARTIST

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 30:27


    The most common question I get is,"How do you stay so busy?" or "How do you get so many jobs?" My answer is always the same, and in this episode I talk all about the number one -thing-hands down- that has gotten me 95% of my jobs. It's something that every single one of us is capable of and it's completely free.  To take advantage of any resources I speak about in this interview, head on over to www.whatittakesfilm.com/podcast

    1. THE MANIFESTING MAKEUP ARTIST W/ AMBER TALARICO

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2020 34:34


    This is the very first episode of the new podcast show, The Manifesting Makeup Artist with Amber Talarico. During this episode, Amber shares her journey of becoming a hair makeup artist when it began back in 2006. Amber doesn't hold back in the twists and turns of what she went through to follow her dream of doing hair and makeup in film and fashion, moving to LA with literally only $500 and an air mattress.

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