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The GURUS
AMBER CHIA Principal
BENJAMIN TOONG Catwalk Guru
DESMOND YOI Makeup Guru
AZRUL KEVIN ABDULLAH Photography Guru
The INSTRUCTORS
ETHEL CHO Modeling Coach
ESTHER TAN Modeling Instructor
KELLY JAGAN Modeling Instructor
KIT LEU Modeling Instructor
ELLE YONG Makeup Instructor
- PINKY CHIA Makeup Instructor
AMBERCHIA Principal
International model & actress, and undoubtedly one of Malaysia’s most recognisable celebrity. Her ascend to stardom was far from an overnight feat but rather a long road filled with hard-work, trials, tribulations and education. Amber’s experience over her career, spanning 10 years, has yielded a wealth of knowledge, apprehension and secrets in her industry, which encompasses not just all the traits of becoming a successful model, but so much of our everyday life, including personal health, grooming and image. Amber became the first Asian model in history to win a global model search competition when she won the Guess! Timeless Beauty 2004/2005 title. Since then, her rise to stardom includes over 200 magazine covers, 2,000 runway shows & countless photo shoots for the top fashion brands in the world, including Guess!, Jimmy Choo, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Victoria Beckham and Gucci, to name a few.
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BENJAMINTOONG Catwalk Guru
Aptly known as the “catwalk guru”, Benjamin has quickly risen to prominence ever since his stint as the head model trainer for Ford Models’ Supermodel of the World Malaysia, which made waves nationwide. His recognition is well-earned as he has produced some of the most exciting fashion shows and fashion models Malaysia has seen. Well-known for his flair of strutting the runway in 9-inch heels, Benjamin no doubt brings a wealth of experience in modeling, styling, fashion and knowledge in various other areas necessary to become a successful model. Benjamin’s impressive profile boasts a list of fashion who’s who, including the likes of Bvlgari, Tag Heuer, Hugo Boss, Emernegildo Zegna, Mont Blanc, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaspal, Diesel, Bonia and Keith Kee, to name a few.
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DESMONDYOI Makeup Guru
Over 16 years of experience in the makeup industry working in all areas of makeup from print, broadcast, stage, celebrities to teaching, Desmond’s herald as the “makeup guru” is undeniable. Desmond has helmed the makeup responsibilities for over 100 magazine covers and has worked with a host of celebrities and VIPs, including the likes of Amber Chia, Jolin Tsai, Justin & Eric Tsang, just to name a few. Most impressive is Desmond’s teaching resume, where he has been teaching for more than a decade, graduating thousands of students, along the way, making them some of the most successful makeup artists in the country, today.
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AZRULKEVINABDULLAH Photography Guru
A professional photographer based out in Kuala Lumpur and has been involved with a multitude of related industries including agency design/copy and a member of the Malaysian Press before returning to his passion in photography, Azrul has served clients ranging from architects to publishers, in Malaysia, Singapore, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Australia and the USA. Having served as a speaker on digital photography for Apple Malaysia and helming various exhibitions in his favourite medium; traditional black and white, his work has appeared in various publications including Off The Edge, The Sun, Architecture Malaysia, Design and Architecture Asia, PlanB, Cubes, Harper's Bazaar and M2, to name a few.
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Ethel burst into the modeling scene back in 2001 as the 2nd Runner-Up of the Miss Astro Chinese International Pageant. Standing at 5'10'', Ethel soon became one of Malaysia's most sought after catwalk models, with her long legs, pouty look and dynamic style. Having graced runways all over the world, Ethel brings with her a wealth of experience in the modeling industry
Esther was first introduced to the public when she won the Miss Chinatown Pageant in 2004. Since then, she has been the face of countless commercials and the darling of runways throughout the nation. She is most well-known for her dramatic catwalk performances
Kelly's shot to fame came after she won Ford Models' Supermodel of the World Malaysia 2009. She soon became one of Malaysia's most sought after runway models, gracing over 100 runway shows in 2010 alone. Her trademark classic, yet unique catwalk style has propelled her into catwalk royalty, and shows no signs of slowing down.
Kit first made an impact in the modeling industry when her advertorial shoot for Nuyou in 2007 was critically acclaimed. Her distinctive oriental features and versatility also landed her feature roles in big name campaigns such as Metrojaya, Keith Kee Couture, Island, and PDI just to name a few.
Almost a decade’s worth of experience in the makeup industry, Elle’s wealth of experience, ranging from studio makeup to special effects, undoubtedly makes her a valuable asset to the creative art of makeup. Elle is well-known for her eager nature to share; coupled with her diverse experience and versatility, Elle makes a great mentor & instructor
Carrying with her over five years of experience working in the beauty industry, Pinky has dabbled with makeup works for numerous magazine, book, advertisement, and television commercial shoots, as well as countless fashion shows. She is also responsible for multiple magazine and book covers of Amber Chia.
