Friday, September 24

Pow Wow:

"It is my considerd opinion that the hairdresser is the most influential person in any community.  When the public goes to a hairdresser, something happens to them.  They feel safe and they relax.  The hairdresser knows what their skin is like under their makeup, they know their age, they don't have to keep up any kind of pretense.  People tell a hairdresser things they wouldnt dare confess to a priest and they are open about matters they try to conceal from a doctor.  When people place their secret life in the hairdressers hands, the hairdresser gains an authority few other people ever attain.  I have heard hairdressers quoted with complete conviction on, art, literature, politics, economics, child care and morals.  I tell you that a clever, thoughtful, ambitious hairdresser wields a power beyond the comprehension of most people"
                                                                                 -John Steinbeck

On the Floor: 
Got MY hair done today!  Traveled from Strawberry Fields to Lavender Land :)  Inspiration was GaGa, of course.  Thank you to the wonderful Miss Aya K!  Your work is b-e-a-uuuuutful. 

Photo Shoot:

At SFIEC, our tuition includes a photo shoot and a runway show put on by students called Debut.  The photo shoot is our dream, brought to life with the help of Jeanne, The Goddess of Cosmetology (head of the Cosmo program at school) and two wonderful photographers.  We design the concept, hair, makeup, and wardrobe.  I am mildly obsessed with the 70's scene so I'm thinking a 70's rock photo shoot. 

Debut:

Every few months, the students closest to graduating put on a runway show called Debut.  We brainstorm on a theme, then find a model and do a cut, color and style of our choice on them.  I was a model last Debut and the experience was one I will never forget.  I can not WAIT for my work to walk down the runway.  Inspiration?  GaGa again!  Platinum with pink?

On the Home Front:

My life is in boxes.
Mom and Dad called me after they met Boris, CEO and Founder of Evolvh Orgainc Hair care.  They chatted it up and long story short, I will be doing makeup for him at a bridal show in Santa Clara on Sunday.  YES!!!!

Thursday, September 23

Pow Wow:

 "Sometimes the people you want to give your love to the least, are the ones who need it the most".
          It is FREE HUG DAY here at SFIEC!  Every year, Paul Mitchell schools all across the nation set out into the community in hopes of being a daymaker to someone in need of a little love.  About 20 students armed with love, signs, and a loudspeaker hit the downtown SF and Union Square area and gave out as many hugs as we could! 

On the Floor:

Stephanie came back to me for a cut.  We did it up Rihanna style when she first cut it short :) 

On the Home Front: 
Still on a high from so many hugs.  Hopefully this will help me get through all the packing still left to be done.
   

   

Wedsnesday, Septemeber 22

Pow Wow:

Barb Toberman from Paul Mitchell Corporate payed us a visit today and shared with us her 10 Tips to, "Being Lucky"
1.  Have a positive attitude
2.  Be proactive
          -Lucky people don't just happen to be there, they make sure they are there. 
3.  Have a burning desire
          It is not what we do, but how we do it and who we are when we do it.  (Love this one)
4.  Be prepared
5.  Have great persistance
          Every client; every time behind the chair is a job interview.
6.  Be flexible
          You are ready to let success happen when you are prepared.
7.  Have clear objectives
8.  Pay your dues
          Have a servants heart.
9.  Be a risk taker
10.  Be willing to do the work
          Do not waste time thinking, "I will do it tomorrow".  We are here to be masters of our craft.

Design Team:

Stepping out to Celebrate Life on Saturday.  Theme:  A Night in Paris, 50's style.  Will more members plleeeeeaaaase sign up?  30 models for hair and makeup, 10 stylists.

On the Floor:

Did Joshuas friend Stephanies color today.  Lifted her from a 3 to a 6.  She is in love with it :)

On the Home Front:

Downside is trip to Sephora will no doubt lead to PG&E bill being a bit late.  Upside is...well...Trip to Sephora.  :)
          New product to love or leave...?
                    Benifit Boing
                              LOVE!  Great coverage and feels so light.

Tuesday, September 21

Pow Wow:

Found out about Matrix.  Started blogging instantly :)

On the Floor:

Audra came back to see me for a cut after I did her highlights last week.  Slightly obsessed with the work I am doing on her.  Amazing client :)

On the Home Front:

Dreading going home to pack up the apartment for the move.