FOUNDER & HISTORY

26 YEARS

of dedicated community service in Los Angeles

Since opening our doors in 2000, Transitions Makeup and Photo has provided a safe, affirming sanctuary for trans and gender-expansive individuals to explore their authentic personal image, build confidence, and express their true selves.

Now, we are taking our decades of specialized hands-on experience and scaling our impact into an educational incubator that equips LGBTQ+ artists to lead successful beauty and photography businesses across the country.

EDUCATIONAL ROADMAP

From Serving Clients to Creating Opportunity

EXPERIENCE

TRAINING

NEW BUSINESSES

COMMUNITIES

SERVED

Drawing on 26 years of specialized technique, trans-affirming client care, and bespoke image consulting.

Comprehensive instruction in professional makeup, studio photography lighting, and practical business management.

Guiding graduates through business registration, portfolio creation, client acquisition, and financial health.

Expanding trans-affirming beauty and photography services to underserved communities across North America.

ACCESSIBLE EDUCATION

Need-Based Sliding-Scale Tuition

Financial barriers should never stand between talented community members and economic empowerment.

Trans Women Focus

LGBTQ+ Hardship Aid

Holistic Mentorship

Addressing systemic economic disparities by reserving full and partial scholarship seats directly for trans women applicants.

Open sliding-scale tuition assistance for gender-expansive and LGBTQ+ students experiencing financial or housing instability.

Scholars receive full cosmetic starter kits, studio tool access, and one-on-one professional mentorship throughout their launch.

+ CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

$15,000

Launch Goal to Secure Studio Equipment & Initial Student Scholarships

Your contribution directly funds professional studio lighting setups, student cosmetic practice kits, and facility lease costs for our inaugural cohort.

1. DONATE

2. PARTNER

3. REFER

Make a direct financial contribution to fund immediate tuition scholarships and facility supplies.

Sponsor a full cohort seat, donate pro beauty equipment, or offer brand industry mentorship.

Connect prospective LGBTQ+ students or organizational partners to our program directory.

COMMUNITY VOICES

Stories of Transformation

Transitions gave me the technical tools and confidence to step into my artistic authority. Learning in a space built specifically for trans safety changed everything.

Maya R., Alumna & Makeup Artist

A rare sanctuary where artistic excellence and genuine community empowerment exist side by side. The instruction is unmatched in detail and heart.

Elena K., Community Partner

The depth of experience here is extraordinary. They don't just teach technique; they show you how to build a client-first business that lasts.

Jordan T., Graduate

STUDIO PORTFOLIO

Life at the Facility

Moments of craft, student learning, professional photography, and transformation inside our Los Angeles facility.

Whether you wish to enroll as a student, donate equipment, sponsor a scholarship, or partner with our team, we welcome your message.