Continuing Education

Part of my job that I love so much is the opportunity to keep growing and learning new things from really influential people in this industry. Many people have influenced me throughout the years. I have learned so much from my fellow coworkers and Marita, the former owner of Strands Salon, who I apprenticed under while I was in hair school. They have helped mold me into the stylist I am today! Along with them I have also been influenced by Micheal O Rourke's love of hair and cutting techniques and Martin Parsons Upstylings. About 6 months ago, I was able to go to my first Martin Parsons class which was so much fun! He is known for his 5-minute updos that are absolutely breathtaking! This past weekend, me and Jenn drove to Boca Raton to take a Micheal O Rouke's class. I have seen him a few times at Orlando Premiere and its always been a high energy show. The class we took was a smaller class, more one-on-one so we could actually talk to him, ask questions, and see his work up close and personal. We were running late to the class because of the horrible rain we ran into on the drive there. But it ended up working in our favor because while everyone was allready sitting in the class room waiting for it to start, Micheal O Rourke was standing outside waiting as well so we were able to meet him! He was a very nice, down to earth person and he wanted to use me and Jenn as some of his models for the class! I have been growing my hair for a while and wasn't looking to cut my hair any time soon but you cant pass up an opportunity like that so of coarse we said yes! We left the class inspired, filled with new cutting ideas, and with beautiful hair! The trip was well worth the 3 hour drive!




This is me and Jenn with Martin Parsons



This is me and Jenn this past weekend with Micheal O Rourke