Australia's biggest makeup competitionBattle of the
Brushes
Australia’s Live Makeup Artistry Competition
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A bold celebration of artistry, technique and imagination. Watch talented makeup artists compete live across four creative categories in front of an expert judging panel.
The competitionWhere artistry
takes the stage
Battle of the Brushes brings makeup artists, models, beauty professionals and makeup lovers together for an immersive live event. Competitors are challenged to create polished, original looks under pressure before presenting their work to an industry judging panel and live audience.
This is more than a competition. It is a live platform for artistry, confidence and career-defining visibility.
Live makeup • runway • awards
Meet the judgeMerton Muaremi
MERTON MUAREMI
Melbourne-based makeup artist, hair stylist and educator with over 22 years of industry experience across fashion, editorial, television, film and advertising.
With over 22 years of experience, Merton is a Melbourne-based makeup artist, hair stylist and educator whose career spans fashion, editorial, television, film and advertising.
His work includes runway shows for Gucci, Versace, Chanel, Vogue, Dion Lee, Alex Perry, Toni Maticevski and Jean Paul Gaultier.
His artistry has also appeared in Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire, August Man and Cosmopolitan.
With a background in Visual Arts, Merton brings creativity, technical precision and a strong understanding of facial structure to the Battle of the Brushes judging panel.
Bringing decades of artistry, education and industry experience to this year’s competition.
Meet the industry professional bringing experience, creativity and a sharp eye for artistry to the Battle of the Brushes judging panel.
COMPETITION HIGHLIGHTScompetition highlights
A judging panel selected for professional experience, technical knowledge and a strong point of view on modern makeup artistry.
past judgesthe faces behind
the past competition
Celebrating the talented artists and industry professionals who have previously joined the Battle of the Brushes judging panel.
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Ronia
Past Judge
Professional makeup artist and educator known for precision,
artistry and empowering other creatives.
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Professional makeup artist and educator known for precision, artistry and empowering other creatives.
Click to read moreRonia is the founder of @roniamakeuphouse and is renowned for her precision, artistry and passion for empowering other creatives.
With years of industry experience, she has built an incredible reputation and created her signature brush collection loved by artists worldwide.
As part of the expert judging panel, Ronia looked for attention to detail, technique and individuality, celebrating the unique artistry each competitor brought to the stage.
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Danielle Ruth
Past Judge
Creative force behind Wowfx, with over two decades of makeup and
special effects experience.
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Creative force behind Wowfx, with over two decades of makeup and special effects experience.
Click to read moreDanielle Ruth is the creative force behind Wowfx, one of Australia’s leading special effects and makeup studios.
With over two decades of experience across film, television, transgender makeup and fine art, Danielle has helped transform the landscape of makeup artistry.
Her work blends technical precision with emotional storytelling, from hyper-realistic prosthetics to personal breast casts for women facing mastectomy.
Recognised by Breast Cancer Network Australia, and respected as a trainer and mentor for more than 15 years, Danielle brings deep industry knowledge and creative vision.
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Sarah Emilia
Past Judge
Digital creator, educator and entrepreneur shaping beauty,
content and social media storytelling.
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Digital creator, educator and entrepreneur shaping beauty, content and social media storytelling.
Click to read moreSarah Emilia is one of Australia’s most influential digital creators, educators and entrepreneurs in the beauty and social media space.
Her journey began in 2012 as a mobile hairdresser posting her work online before evolving into a leading digital educator with a loyal online community.
By 2023, Sarah had grown her TikTok following from zero to over one million followers in just six months. She is also a multi Australian Hair Fashion Awards winner.
Through @sarahemiliaofficial, Sarah champions authenticity and empowerment, teaching creators and salon professionals how to build brands through storytelling.
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Battle of the Brushes is building a larger stage for makeup artists across Australia.
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Battle of the Brushes is coming to Melbourne. Venue, competition categories and application details will be announced soon.
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