Beauty Education, Reimagined.
Private and Group Makeup Classes taught by nationally recognized beauty expert, Dionne Ford.
Dionne Ford — Founder, Creative Director
As a licensed esthetician and professional makeup artist, Dionne brings over a decade of artistry, passion, and expertise to the world of beauty.
Expanding from Atlanta into Maryland and the greater DMV market. Dionne has built a respected reputation for creating flawless, timeless looks for a diverse clientele, from celebrities and executives to everyday women seeking confidence and radiance.
Founder of Ford Beauté Makeup Academy, Dionne Ford Makeup, and the forthcoming Ford Beauté Cosmetics, launching late 2026, Dionne continues to educate, empower, and inspire women to embrace their natural beauty.
Her academy stands as the culmination of over a decade of professional artistry, now channeled into transformative one-on-one instruction and immersive beauty education.
Dionne’s artistry and commitment to excellence have earned her five-star ratings across the internet, a reflection of her skill, professionalism, and genuine care for her clients.
Her work has been featured in Essence, SHEEN, Upscale, Rolling Out, and Athleisure magazines, as well as Sports Illustrated. She has had the honor of working with major television networks including NBC Universal, E! Entertainment, PBS, TV One, BET, Bravo, and WEtv, and proudly served as Director of Hair and Makeup for the Miss Georgia Earth Pageant.
Dionne’s journey includes collaborations and campaigns with global beauty powerhouses such as Lancôme, Charlotte Tilbury, and Christian Dior, as well as countless cherished relationships with clients who have become like family.
Her message is simple: Beauty is Power, Confidence is Transformational, and every woman deserves to feel both. Her work honors that truth, today and always.
Makeup Classes
Ford Beauté offers intimate, luxury makeup classes designed to help you master the art of creating a polished, elevated look on yourself.
Led by Dionne, each class provides personalized, hands-on instruction in a relaxed setting, with an emphasis on technique, product selection, and creating a routine that works for your features, lifestyle, and personal style.
Classes feature a curated selection of luxury skincare and cosmetics from brands such as Sisley Paris, Dior, Chanel, Kevyn Aucoin, Augustinus Bader, and Tom Ford, allowing you to experience exceptional products while learning techniques you can recreate at home.
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Experience
From flawless complexions to bold, statement looks, Dionne has mastered the techniques that enhance natural beauty and boost confidence. She’s worked with clients of all ages, skin types, and tones, always customizing each service to meet individual needs. Her signature style combines timeless elegance with modern trends, creating looks that photograph beautifully and wear comfortably all day.
Philosophy
Dionne believes makeup should enhance a woman’s natural beauty, never conceal it. Her mission is to empower clients to feel confident, radiant, and authentically beautiful, while equipping them with the expertise and premium tools to effortlessly recreate their signature looks at home.
Passion
Dionne has always been captivated by the transformative power of makeup. She views it as an art form that should be both empowering and enjoyable. With every client, her goal is to inspire confidence and reveal their unique beauty through a luxurious and personalized experience.
