BLADE AND BRUSH - Key Persons
Annie is a Bay Area native with over 15 years of experience in the beauty industry. She began her journey as an apprentice for, and was trained by, Yosh for Hair. She's an amazing colorist, but she considers herself to be a haircut specialist for men and women. Throughout her career she's shared her haircut techniques as an educator at schools, private classes, and hair shows. As a platform artist, she's traveled extensively to cities such as Paris, New York, Chicago, New Orleans, and Las Vegas to name a few. A firm believer in continued education, Annie stays current by attending workshops and shows.
Brian is an independent hairstylist located in the Union Square/FiDi area of San Francisco specializing in Men's and Women's haircutting and hair color. As a business owner he has been recognized for his positive image and service to his clients and the community. He has received awards for Best Men's Hair Salons, Small Business Excellence, and Business Leadership in San Francisco. With over 25 years in the hair salon industry and more than 15 years working behind the chair, Brian has the experience to provide clients with some of the best hair care in the San Francisco Bay Area. Brian takes the time to listen to your personal preferences and posses the skills, craft, and experience to bring that vision to life for you.
Over the last 20 years, Carole's love and passion for the beauty industry has enabled her to work as a Senior National Color Educator for John Paul Mitchell Systems, Color Director for Elizabeth Arden Salon, Education Director for Calco Hair Inc. (dba Hubert Braun Hairstyling), and Color Trainer at 77 Maiden Lane Salon all while continuing to work behind the chair in the salon.
Specializing in color-correction, foiling techniques, balayage, dimensional coloring and block coloring, Carole has been trained domestically in Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, LA, San Diego and internationally in Rome, Florence, Paris, Berlin, and Barcelona. To stay on trend she continues to hone her craft through advanced education. Carole is consistently able to create ‘easy to manage and maintain' contemporary looks personalized to your individual style.
With over 20 years in the Beauty Industry, Jay's repertoire consists of consummate expertise in color placement, along with being a principle leader in the research and development of trendsetting color formulations. He possesses a refinement in styling that has afforded him the designation of International Color Director for a prestigious German hair color company.
Always shaping trends, Jay studied at Vidal Sassoon in Santa Monica and is still propelling his career to admirable heights. He has been at the forefront of testing the industry's first Organic Essence hair color and was part of the final North American amalgamation for Schwarzkopf Professional. After this fulfilling participation in the corporate world, Jay has decided to return to his "roots" for his next adventure.
Jay is happily married and he and his partner reside in beautiful San Francisco. They are proud parents to their 2 shih-tzus, GeeMo and Uma, who are the official ambassadors.
Men's or women's, curly or straight, long or short - Miriam does beautiful work with all types of hair. Launching her career at Vidal Sassoon's Beverly Hills salon 15 years ago, Miriam combines precision technique with her innate talent and passion for style. As an award-winning Director for Sassoon's San Francisco's salon, Miriam created hairstyles for Robert Redford as well as countless Silicon Valley executives and San Francisco artists. She begins by connecting with you, ensuring that your haircut is personalized and draws upon your lifestyle. Cutting from the heart and always open to new ideas, Miriam listens to her clients and applies her expertise to deliver the look that you desire.
Colorist and Balayage expert who embraces a future-forward, experimental approach to hair color, classic foil highlights and more; using his 15+ years of hands-on industry experience to redefine hair coloring.
Robert James' professional journey began as a colorist and educator at Vidal Sassoon, Beverly Hills. Today, he is a seasoned veteran; one of the most sought-after for classic foil highlights, balayage, unique color solutions, and beyond.
Robert James' professional journey began as a colorist and educator at Vidal Sassoon, Beverly Hills. Today, he is a seasoned veteran; one of the most sought-after for classic foil highlights, balayage, unique color solutions, and beyond. In fact, he's designed hair colors for some of the biggest names in Hollywood, including:
• Gwen Stefani
• Alyssa Milano
• Kelly Osborne…
…Just to name a few. His editorial work can be found in top-notch fashion and culture magazines such as Italian Vogue, Flaunt, Arena, Allure and more.
Robert has one vision in mind: To capture the raw essence of his clients, who they are, and what they're striving to be. He firmly believes in the power of color in this regard: The universal language of the soul.
Over the years, Robert James has built a diverse range of clientele; a group that continues to grow
to this day. Robert James is renowned for his truly innovative hair design method, and the fact that
he so tirelessly continues to create hair colors that reflect his clients' personalities.
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