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When a client's red goes wrong, they might not say anything… but you'll notice. The way they glance at their roots. The hesitant “It looks… good?” before rushing out the door. And then? They never come back. The reality: Most hairdressers are WINGING IT with reds and coppers. They guess formulas, hope for the best, and blame the brand when it doesn't work. That's why I created Hair Painting for Redheads. So you can stop second-guessing, avoid costly redos, and confidently paint every red request—on purpose, not by accident. A proven system that teaches you to: Formulate reds with precision (no more guesswork!) Confidently fix any red disaster (before the client notices!) Become the expert redheads trust—and refer to their friends No more silent walkouts. No more losing clients. Click here to enrol now & master reds once and for all >> https://kristinarussell.com.au/hairpaintingreds/ This is the first part of a 2-part podcast series, something a little different for this show. I've just hosted a live 90-minute webinar, and I've split the audio recording into two juicy, tell-all episodes for you. There might be a slight difference in sound quality, but don't worry—you'll get used to it in no time. Trust me, this is gold! This series will expire when the live class replay expires, along with the $300 discount for my online course Hair Painting for Redheads. So if you're listening to this, it means now is the perfect time to enrol. Send me a DM on Instagram @colourkristina to learn more and ask questions.
When it comes to copper hair, we all know the struggle. You've seen it: that dreaded red root glow that turns your perfect copper into a nightmare. The truth? Reds and coppers are trickier than any other colour. Most hairdressers are guessing formulas, hoping they don't mess up, and then blaming the product when it doesn't work. That ends now. I created Hair Painting for Redheads to put an end to all of that uncertainty. It's time to confidently nail every red and copper request, without fear of the dreaded root glow or that “oops” moment when the client walks out. In this episode, I'll show you how to: Formulate copper with precision (say goodbye to unwanted red tones!) Prevent root glow from ruining your perfect colour Fix any red disaster (and keep your clients coming back!) No more awkward consultations. No more hiding your work. You're about to become the expert that redheads trust—and their friends refer to you.
If your clients are bringing in Pinterest-worthy tangerine haircolour inspiration, and you're unsure whether it's a blonde or copper reference, this podcast is for you! In this episode, we're diving into trending light copper hair tones and why every hairdresser needs reliable formulas for strawberry blonde, tangerine copper, and peachy shades before booking your next strawberry client. If you've ever had clients leave the salon with perfect copper, only for it to fade too quickly, I've been there. But not anymore with my 5-6-7-8 'Level Up' system for hair painting redheads. The issue often comes down to over-lightening or under-lifting. When the lift isn't balanced correctly, it can affect the longevity of your hair colour. Those Pinterest-perfect tangerine coppers with blonde ends may seem like the dream, but they come with challenges. How do you keep the copper vibrant while adding blonde highlights? I'm breaking it down with proven formulas for different base levels. Listen to learn more. We'll discuss when to pre-lighten, the best copper hair colour bases to create before adding blonde highlights, and how to mix peach and golden blonde shades into copper without going too light or ashy. Plus, I'll share my professional tips for keeping these copper tones vibrant for longer.
Kristina Russell is a highly accomplished and dynamic hair colourist and educator with over two decades of experience at the forefront of the industry. Renowned as the go-to expert for reds and pastel hair, and the author of 'The Ultimate Guide to Hair-Painting for Redheads', Kristina's expertise extends to blondes and corrective colour, underpinned by her technical skill and artistic flair, which earned her the prestigious title of 'Australian Hair Expo Colour Technician of the Year' in 2010. As an independent educator since 2017, she coaches hairdressers of all levels through her unique learner-focused programs and has pioneered accessible education through various platforms, including being the first hair colourist to launch a podcast, alongside workshops, digital resources, and her role as the Australian Ambassador for the Dresscode Project, championing inclusivity within the hairdressing industry.https://kristinarussell.com.au/Email: hello@kristinarussell.com.auColour Kristina Talks Podcast on iTuneshttps://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/colour-kristina-talks-podcast/id1490781679Colour Kristina Talks Podcast on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7ITjqHmOpiJnyZb7ZUHKgsInstagram https://www.instagram.com/colourkristina/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ColourKristina/The Shop https://kristinarussell.com.au/the-shop/The Podcast Blog https://kristinarussell.com.au/the-blog/Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com.au/colourkristina/boards/Hair Painting for Redheads https://kristinarussell.com.au/online-elevate-your-craft/
Feeling stuck on social media? Struggling to stand out in a sea of sameness? In this episode, we're diving into the biggest shifts in digital marketing for the hair industry and how to cut through the noise to grow your dream salon client list. I'm joined by marketing expert and founder of Six Underground Media, Hayley Mears—a former hairdresser who's been helping salons and beauty brands slay their social media and marketing content game since 2010. If you're ready to think outside the box, attract your ideal clients, and future-proof your salon business, this episode is a must-listen! We discuss what's working now, including: ✔️ Prioritising TikTok for organic reach ✔️ Reels + short-form video to boost engagement ✔️ Liking your own comments (yep—it helps!) ✔️ Tailoring content for each platform ✔️ Thinking beyond digital—QR codes, pop-ups + creative collabs are back! Episode 192 of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast is serving up the hottest social media strategies for 2025—perfect for hairdressers, stylists, salon owners, and hair colour queens who want to slay online. Hit play to level up your socials!
Wondering if you need to pre-bleach for that Rihanna Red or the deep berry shade SZA rocked at the Super Bowl? If your clients bring in haircolour inspo pics of deep, cool-toned reds but you're unsure how to formulate them, this episode is for you. We'll cover when to pre-lighten, the best undertones to expose, and how to mix red and violet to avoid warmth or dullness. Plus, I'll share my pro tips on keeping these shades vibrant longer. Let's get into it! We'll talk about: ✔️ When to pre-lighten vs. when to apply colour directly ✔️ How to mix cherry, burgundy & berry reds without dullness ✔️ What glossing techniques and at-home care keep reds from fading too fast Whether you're lifting dark bases, layering direct dyes, or trying to avoid murky results, this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast for Hairdressers is packed with formulas and strategies you can start using today.
In this episode, I'm sharing something I have never done before on the podcast. I'm spilling the tea on how to achieve copper hair colour with a special audio recording from one of my recent live masterclasses. I've just wrapped up teaching 2 live online classes for hairdressers. I'm so thrilled that we had more than 3,000 hairdressers and salon owners registered to attend. That makes a total of approximately 10,000 Hairdressers who have attended my livestream classes in the last couple of years, and learned about my world-renowned approach to hair painting for reds and copper hair colouring. So I've done something a little different for this episode. This is an expiring podcast episode. This will be something you can only listen to for a few days before I remove it from all the listening apps. In my online class, I announced that my all-time favourite online program Hair Painting for Redheads is currently on sale with an incredible $300 off the regular price. That's reduced from $895 to $595. This podcast is the audio recording of my most loved live online class ‘How to Achieve Copper Hair Colour without Red or Root Glow'. I'll be sharing this podcast for as long as the VIP Masterclass sale is on and this will expire (just like the class replay does) when my special price ends on Tuesday, 8th October. Click this link to enrol now and learn more about my online program Hair Painting for Redheads.
Balayage is a technique to is adaptable to blondes, brunettes, brondes and redheads. Anyone that wants natural sunkissed haircolour is the ideal client to try subtle freehand techniques. There are so many different applications for different end results. The term balayage is taken from the French word for ‘sweeping'. ‘It's a freehand hair colouring technique that gives a blended, natural look with no harsh or obvious regrowth lines. Balayage differs from foil highlighting because the hairdresser paints colour directly onto the hair instead of wrapping it in foil. There are no stripes and it's all about the seamless blends and future proof vibes for low-maintenance colour that looks gorgeous as it grows out without any harsh lines or obvious roots. In this episode, we're talking about balayage and toning strategies for redheads and why they are so different to working with Blondes, Brondes and Brunettes. -------------------- Learn more in my online course Hair Painting for Redheads: https://kristinarussell.com.au/hairpaintingreds/ The show notes and important links are available here: www.kristinarussell.com.au/171
In this episode, I'm sharing something I have never done before on the podcast. I'm spilling the tea on how to achieve copper hair colour with a special audio recording from one of my recent live masterclasses. I've just wrapped up teaching 3 live online classes for hairdressers. I'm so thrilled that we had more than 2,000 hairdressers and salon owners register to attend. That makes a total of approximately 10,000 Hairdressers who have attended my livestream classes in the last couple of years, and learned about my world-renowned approach to hair painting for reds and copper hair colouring. So I've done something a little different for this episode. This is an expiring podcast episode. This will be something you can only listen to for a few days before I remove it from all the listening apps. In my online class, I announced that my all-time favourite online program Hair Painting for Redheads is currently on sale with an incredible $200 off the regular price. That's reduced from $795 to $595. This podcast is the audio recording of my most loved live online class ‘How to Achieve Copper Hair Colour without Red or Root Glow'. I'll be sharing this podcast for as long as the VIP Masterclass sale is on and this will expire (just like the class replay does) when my special price ends on Monday 29th April Click this link to enrol now and learn more about my online program Hair Painting for Redheads. After listening to this podcast you will know: The secret to creating a Classic Copper that clients seeking a “natural-looking” hair colour will love. How to avoid unwanted Red tones in Copper hair colours using the unique 5-6-7-8 levelling system that works with every single hair colour brand. Grey coverage formulas for copper hair colours on clients that are 25-100% grey seeking consistency and coverage without root glow. The Art of Copper Hair Colour strategies to boost your confidence in the salon, including when to choose a semi-permanent versus permanent, and when to add concentrates or boosters for customised formulations. Click this link to learn more on the podcast blog + show notes.
My different perspective on the hairdressing norm in colour education is world-renowned for sharing a well-thought-out strategy for Hair Painting for Redheads. This podcast is a live recording of my recent online masterclass for Hairdressers. Be quick! This is an expiring episode that disappears in just a few days. After listening to this podcast, you will know: The secret to creating a Classic Copper that clients seeking a “natural-looking” hair colour will love. How to avoid unwanted Red tones in Copper hair colours using the unique 5-6-7-8 levelling system that works with every single hair colour brand. Grey coverage formulas for copper hair colours on clients that are 25-100% grey seeking consistency and coverage without root glow. The Art of Copper Hair Colour strategies to boost your confidence in the salon, including when to choose a semi-permanent versus permanent, and when to add concentrates or boosters for customised formulations. ----------------------- Want to learn more? Here are a couple of ways I can help you: DOORS ARE OPEN! ENROL NOW! My online Hair Painting for Redheads course is $200 off until Monday 16th October. I'd love to invite you to enrol in my all-time favourite course for hairdressers. Click here to learn more: www.kristinarussell.com.au/hairpaintingreds Full show notes and learning resource links can be found at https://www.kristinarussell.com.au/153
We're going to explore how basin balayage can work wonders for our auburn, ginger, and strawberry blonde clients. We'll also break down why it may not always be the best choice for our blonde bombshells. So, whether you're a seasoned stylist looking to expand your expertise or a curious colourist ready to wow your redhead clients, this episode is for you! I'm completely buzzing with colourful energy! I just taught a live FREE online masterclass on How To Achieve Copper Hair Colour without unwanted Red or Root Glow. We had more than 2,000 Hairdressers registered. I'm hosting 2 more encore sessions with very limited tickets available. Click here to register. I host these events only twice a year and every time the number of students that attend is growing exponentially. This really shows me that hairdressers, just like you, are seeking expert education on the art and science of Hair Painting for Redheads. If you're listening to this in real-time and you want the opportunity to learn more within my online education, you're in luck! Because, during this Masterclass I announced that the Doors are now open to my AMAZING best course ever for Hairdressers - HAIR PAINTING FOR REDHEADS - Now with VIP bonuses, including live online group coaching, a private student community, lifetime access to the tutorials, plus live mastermind sessions --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Want to learn more? Here are a couple of ways I can help you: THE DOORS ARE OPEN! In the next 8 days, I am offering $200 off the regular price of my signature online course, plus 4 epic VIP bonuses - www.kristinarussell.com.au/hairpaintingreds Full show notes and learning resource links can be found at https://www.kristinarussell.com.au/152
Épisode 993 : Motifs leopard, têtes de mort, flammes multicolores ou encore bouquets de fleurs, le Hair Painting, c'est la grosse tendance 2023 qui invite à l'audace capillaire !Heureux, toi qui a la chance de posséder des cheveux ! Une nouvelle tendance capillaire s'ouvre à toi. Une trend née sur les podiums, amplifiée par TikTok et qui risque de convaincre même les plus traditionalistes : Il s'agit du Hair Painting. Fini le balayage et la décoloration, place à la peinture. Tout simplement.Le principe : peindre le motif de son choix à l'aide de pinceaux plus ou moins fins et de teintures de couleurs différentes. Motif léopard ou floral, délire artistique abstrait… tout est possible.En premier lieu, cette tendance est apparue lors des défilés de Pucci (automne-hiver 2020-2021) et de Verscace (automne-hiver 2019-2020).Plus longtemps en ailleurs, le style me rappelle forcément les délires capillaires du basketteur Dénis Rodman.Sur TikTok, le 'hair painting' affole les compteurs avec plus de 200 millions de vues au cumul pour tous les hashtags associés.Pinterest Predicts l'avait dit !En 2023, les générations Y et Z penchent pour des cheveux à la pointe de la singularité.En 2023 les « tresses bleues et noires » et les « cheveux lavande et blonds » auront le vent en poupe.Les cheveux colorés étaient annoncés comme l'une des grosses tendance de l'annéeCheveux rose et lavande +345 % | Balayage brun à rose +280 % | Couleur de cheveux multicolore +135 % | Tresses noir et bleu +215 %Les origines de cette tendance selon Pinterest Le Covid !À force de porter un masque, les GZN Y Z ont trouvé d'autres moyens d'expression que le maquillage. Se teindre les cheveux dans des couleurs inhabituelles permet de dévoiler sa personnalité, même lorsque l'on doit se cacher la moitié du visage. Le hair painting vu comme une sorte d'art moderneOn connaissait déjà les cheveux coloré et les couleurs flashy, largement portés dans certains milieux , génération, certaines communautés mais avec le hairpainting on passe au niveau supérieur.Le kaléidoscope de couleurs, l'œuvre d'art portativeAu même titre que le tatouage, le motif capillaire d'anticipé, s'imagine, se dessine puis se transfère sur les cheveuxAppropriation d'un nouvelle espace artistique qui était jusqu'à maintenant une feuille blanche Inspiration tatooMade by Jackie bieberSi tu veux voir l'une des références du domaine, tu dois absolument aller sur le compte de Jackie Bieber intitulé Made By Jackie Bieber.C'est une coiffeuse devenue Hair artist de l'os angeles qui a coiffé tout le gratin et qui fait des trucs de dingue Elle utilise son TikTok comme une base de démonstration où l'on suit la créa de la coupe à la peinture.Ses top vidéo complètement insanes montent à 34 M de vuesSon Insta fait office de galerie de portraits et de catalogueDans son cas les motifs sont dessinés à l'IPad et reproduits à la main sur le crâne de ses clientsSur Insta > Sur TikTok > Une suite à la tendance Y2K AestheticC'est un style vestimentaire certain diront même un mode de vie. L'esthétique Y2K s'inspire de la fin des années 90 et du début des années 2000. Il mélange la culture pop avec des couleurs vives et une esthétique kitsch. Crop top multi colore avec des strass, mini jupe plissée, basket avec semelle compensée et évidemment coiffure too much ! En gros c'est les spice girls.Sur TikTok le hashtag Y2K rassemble 20 milliards de vue de vidéos.Pourquoi ça revient ? Et bien par ce que la mode c'est cyclique. —L'influence des communautés BeautyTok continue d'impressionnerTikTok c'est le repère ds communautés. Et sil il y en a bien une qui surclasse les autres c'est #beautyTok. Derrière ce hashtag se cache plus de 50 milliards de vues de vidéo. C'est énormissime ! Depuis 3 ans, l'impact de TikTok et de ses communautés sur l'industrie de la beauté est sans commune mesure. Les marques se basent pour suivre les trans qui s'enchaînent à un rythme effréné.Bien sûr, il y a beaucoup de contenu beauté sur YouTube et Instagram, mais la vitesse à laquelle TikTok infiltre les micro-communautés est tout simplement beaucoup plus rapide que les plateformes précédentes. —Au delà même des trends, la viralisation de certain produits TikTok a obligé certaines grandes marques à réévaluer totalement leur supply chain pour être en mesure de soutenir les demandes et de pas finir sold out.Pour ne pas se retrouver larguée, certaines grandes enseignes ont pris les devants. C'est le cas de Sephora. La marque s'est associée directement avec TikTok pour créer un incubateur.Le programme permet aux créateurs de marques Social Media d'acquérir des compétences en termes de stratégies de contenu social et intègre des modules de formation sur la détection des opportunités de marché au coeur des trends BeautyTok.source. . .Le Super Daily est le podcast quotidien sur les réseaux sociaux. Il est fabriqué avec une pluie d'amour par les équipes de Supernatifs.Nous sommes une agence social media basée à Lyon : https://supernatifs.com. Ensemble, nous aidons les entreprises à créer des relations durables et rentables avec leurs audiences. Ensemble, nous inventons, produisons et diffusons des contenus qui engagent vos collaborateurs, vos prospects et vos consommateurs.
Balayage is a technique to is adaptable to blondes, brunettes, Brondes and redheads. Anyone that wants natural sunkissed haircolour is the ideal client to try subtle freehand techniques. I'll be sharing with you in this podcast strategies for toning red hair and copper clients that request to go lighter because I want you to understand that it's the complete opposite of everything you have been taught about zone toning for blondes and brunette hair. Listen to learn how to formulate red and copper hair colours, including toning, colour balancing and balayage seamless blends. - - - - - - - - - - Want to learn more? Here are a couple of ways I can help you: THE DOORS ARE OPEN! Enrol in my signature online program: Hair Painting for Redheads -www.kristinarussell.com.au/hairpaintingreds Full show notes and learning resource links can be found at https://www.kristinarussell.com.au/138
Would you like to learn the exact process that I follow to create beautiful "natural-looking" Coppers for my salon clients? Well, you're in luck! In this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast for Hairdressers, you'll learn my methods for creating classic orange-based coppers with a 5-6-7-8 levelling system that works with every single colour brand. Level 7 is the only choice when it comes to Hair Painting Coppers when mixed with the only peroxide choice you'll ever need to learn. Listen to learn my secrets for formulation success using the colour brand you already know and love! ------ Want to learn more? Here are a couple of ways I can help you: THE DOORS ARE OPEN! Enrol in my signature online program: Hair Painting for Redheads -www.kristinarussell.com.au/hairpaintingreds Full show notes and learning resource links can be found at https://www.kristinarussell.com.au/137
Keen to cut down up to 20 hours per month of administrative work and writing social media captions? I sure am! Listen to learn what I have learned in my early experiments using easy AI strategies. I have tested out AI-generated course creation and blog creation with prompts. Some were great idea starters as opposed to full content creation done for you, and others were not quite right or sounded like me. It is all new. It is worth experimenting with. I love anything that can stop me from staring at a blank computer screen with a blinking cursor and getting into writing mode sooner, so I will continue to use it for email newsletters and some of my future podcasts. Can you tell the difference between me and AI or just me? What a wonderful time to get comfortable with new technology! Listen to episode 136 of the Colour Kristina Talks podcast to learn more! --------------- Want to learn more? Here are a couple of ways I can help you: THE DOORS ARE OPEN! Enrol in my signature online program: Hair Painting for Redheads -www.kristinarussell.com.au/hairpaintingreds Full show notes and learning resource links can be found at https://www.kristinarussell.com.au/135
As Haircolorists wanted to share an episode with top mistakes to avoid when doing reds + copper Hair colors with Kristina Russell is renowned as the Reds and Pastel Haircolour Expert, and author of Ebook ‘The Ultimate Guide to Hair-Painting for Redheads'. Her salon clientele is incredibly varied. She tends to specialise in Blondes & Redheads & Pastels based on her technical skill and artistic flair. She absolutely loves the challenge of corrective colour and offers creative solutions to her transformation clients. In June 2010, her creative influence on our industry earned her the coveted title ‘Australian Hair Expo Colour Technician of the Year'. She has won numerous awards. Kristina has provided every avenue for student engagement including being announced in 2019 as the Australian Ambassador for the Dresscode Project, teaching inclusivity for LGBTQI+ clients with inclusivity training for hairdressers how to offer gender free hair services. You can connect with her on her instagram @colourkristina and get her free guide which is actionable and to the point. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colourkristina Website: https://kristinarussell.com.au/ Colour Kristina Talks
The numbers don't lie. Have you reviewed your 2022 salon sales figures? And set goals for this year? I have changed from surviving to thriving since covid closures by working on a few key areas in my salon biz. My gross and net sales have increased by +34%. My average number of sales has increased by 17%. And I have reduced the number of salon days from 4 days a week to 3 days. Want to know how I did it? There are two things I believe were the most important pivots I've ever made in my salon business, and I'm sharing these with you in this episode of the Colour Kristina Talks Podcast for Hairdressers and Salon Owners! Let me help you become more profitable to achieve your financial salon business goals! Riches are in the niches! The niche area that I love to work with is Hair Painting for Redheads. Becoming confident with your personal branding and colour formulations has never been easier than now with the support of my education programs and this podcast. Listen to episode 123 of the Colour Kristina Talks podcast to learn more! ------------------------------------------------ Want to learn more? Here are a few ways I can help you: Full show notes and learning resource links can be found at https://www.kristinarussell.com.au/123 REGISTER FOR FREE ONLINE MASTERCLASS for Hairdressers and Salon Owners - How To Paint Reds & Copper without HOT ROOTS & Banding https://www.kristinarussell.online/webinar DM KRISTINA ON INSTAGRAM - let's chat! https://www.instagram.com/colourkristina
Wondering how to avoid the 3 biggest mistakes when painting reds or coppers? In this episode, we answer that question. Hair Painting for Redheads has allowed me to quickly scale and change the direction of my salon business. This niche area of hair colouring can be challenging for all Hairdressers. I want you to experience the same success in your salon by understanding the principles for hair painting natural reds, coppers and fashion requests without miscalculations and making mistakes. - - - - - - - - - - SHOW NOTES of this episode and links mentioned in the interview https://www.kristinarussell.com.au/69 DM KRISTINA ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/colourkristina
Jarrett Key creates works that transcend multiple boundaries. As a fine artist, Jarrett uses hair -- like, literally painting with their entire head of hair -- to make pieces that are full of life, passion, and tension. Speaking of tension, I just happened to have the chance to talk to Jarrett during a particularly tense time in life right now -- graduate school! We started off talking about what it's like adjusting to being back in Providence, Rhode Island, and Jarrett spoke about the decision to return and what they hope to gain from this experience. Jarrett also listed their artistic influences, remembered life growing up in the South, explained what people tend to get wrong about art, and more. According to Jarrett, everyone has a story to share if they take the time to dig deep and discover what it is. Hopefully this interview inspires you to do just that! Jarrett Key's Website Jarrett Key on Instagram Help support Revision Path by becoming a monthly patron on Patreon! For just $5 per month, you’ll receive behind-the-scenes access to Revision Path, including special patron-only updates, early access to future episodes, and a lot more! Join today! We're on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher! Visit https://revisionpath.com/iTunes, https://revisionpath.com/spotify or https://revisionpath.com/stitcher, subscribe, and leave us a 5-star rating and a review! Thanks so much to all of you who have already rated and reviewed us! Revision Path is brought to you by Facebook Design, Glitch, Google Design, and Mailchimp. Follow Revision Path on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!
Suzanne Bell, owner of Hair-Do Salon joins me for a fascinating, informative and eye opening episode talking all things blonde! We talk about the different blonding services available, classic highlights, Ombre, Balayage, Foilyage, Hair Painting, and Baby Lights and how they differ from one another including the timing difference and the different looks they provide. We talk about care for these services, some pitfalls and what to watch out for, how to extend your color, all that Jazz. It's a great episode chalk full of information and experiences! www.hairdosalon.net www.hair-dosalon.com Twitter and Instagram: @hair_do_salon @paulsenjhealey @suzannebell Facebook and Pinterest: Hair-Do Salon #hairdomesa hairdouncut@gmail.com
Industry Leaders from the world of Beauty & Fashion providing thought provoking insights from Inspiring minds. Guests are interviewed on their experiences in both Fashion and Beauty and offer the Beauty Fashion and War audience guidance, wisdom and candor. EP 33: Victoria Hunter (the Thunder from Down Under) and Larry Raspanti, deliver a profound talk on what it takes to run a successful Hair Salon in the Jungle known as New York City. Equipped with over 40 years of combined expertise, these 2 Entrepreneurs share their Social Media Strategies and how Bob Marley was a True Rasta-Man! What does it take to make a positive impact in the world of Beauty and Fashion? Join us as Victoria Hunter and Larry Raspanti shares their Entrepreneurial mindset and an inside glance at their journey to becoming successful Entrepreneurs in the world of Beauty, Fashion and War! [shadowbox] It’s my pleasure to introduce 2 seasoned professionals in the world of Hair Styling, Color, Hair Painting and Entrepreneurship. Their New York City based Salon, ‘The Whittemore-House’ has been featured in almost every major metropolitan magazine to include Time, NY Daily News, Elle, Salon Today, Allure and GQ to name a few. [/shadowbox] Victoria Hunter - Bio Victoria Hunter approaches hair color with the discerning eye of a fine artist. As a pioneer of the “hair painting” genre, Hunter studies every head of hair like a 3 Dimensional canvas – intuitively deciding where to place the perfect pop of auburn or unexpected streak of dusty lavender. While in Hunter’s chair, no creative vision is off limits; over the course of her career, she has made a name for herself as the gold standard of hair color for countless models, cool girls, editors, stylists and celebrities and has become the go-to colorist for famed stylist Guido Palau. A native of Queensland, Australia, Hunter honed her skills in Melbourne, London and Hong Kong before arriving in New York to serve as the color director of Bumble and bumble. In 2007, she achieved widespread recognition for her innovative hair painting method as the first ever recipient of the Hair and Beauty Award at the Colour Secrets Gala in Frankfurt. Two years later, Hunter left Bumble and bumble to open Whittemore House Salon with partner Larry Raspanti. Located in the bucolic setting of a tree-lined street in the West Village, Whittemore House Salon serves as a hub for in-the-know New Yorkers (and beyond). On an average day at Whittemore, one might witness Hunter creating an army of muted pastel wigs for the recent Marc Jacobs Fall 2014 fashion show while simultaneously transforming the model of the moment. Over the course of her career, Hunter has collaborated with some of the most iconic photographers of our time, including Steven Klein, Steven Meisel, Ellen von Unwerth, Mert and Marcus, Inez and Vinoodh, David LaChapelle, and David Sims. Her work has been featured in countless editorials, including American Vogue, Italian Vogue, Numero, ELLE, W, i-D and Interview magazines, to name a few. As one of the most in-demand visionaries in the fashion industry, she has created looks for a laundry list of iconic advertising campaigns, from Dolce & Gabbana to Lanvin to Alexander McQueen. Most recently, Hunter’s work can be seen in campaigns for Prada, Lanvin, Christian Dior, Louis Vuitton and Marc Jacobs. This past spring, she teamed up with Steven Meisel to create three cover stories for Italian Vogue. Hunter maintains an ardent passion for her signature hair painting method and continues to lead master classes on the technique around the world, including her main hub of Whittemore House Salon in New York. She believes there is no one “rule” to creating the perfect color, and instead works with stylists to develop an eye for color and tone, texture and style. As a result, the signature of Whittemore House—and of Hunter—is a bespoke look that is at once as effortless and seamless as it is unique. Larry Raspanti - Bio Larry Raspanti has always questioned traditional assumptions about hair and the application of color, which led him to the art of hair painting. Over the years, Larry has developed this modern way of coloring hair, bringing it from its infancy to the elevated craft it is today. He is an authority on men’s fashion and grooming, and is often backstage at fashion events and runways shows. As a result Larry has traveled the world extensively. 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