Artist Spotlight
Shelley Lane Brings Editorial Restraint Back With LAMINAR
Inside Shelley Lanes LAMINAR collection for milk_shake, a study in clean geometry, controlled movement, and editorial hair that knows when to stop.
Jenny Cho Has Been Building Her Career the Right Way for Over 20 Years
LA-based celebrity hairstylist Jenny Cho works with Hollywood's biggest names and proves that longevity in this industry is built on craft, consistency, and never stopping learning.
Ahou Mofid: The Hair Department Head Behind One of 2026's Biggest Awards
BAFTA-nominated hairstylist Ahou Mofid won at the 2026 MUAHS Awards for her work on Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another. Here's her story.
Brayden Pelletier Earns 2026 NAHA Hairstylist of the Year Nod and Keeps Building
Atlanta based Brayden Pelletier is a 2026 NAHA Hairstylist of the Year finalist with a body of work that bridges editorial, education, and the working chair.
Adam Reed and the Mental Health First Approach Behind Arkive Headcare
Thirty years behind the chair, two brands built from scratch, and a hair care line built around mental wellness. Adam Reed is rewriting what a stylist career can look like.
Artist Spotlight: Deaundra Metzger, NAACP Image Award Winning Hair Department Head
Atlanta hairstylist Deaundra Metzger took home the 2026 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Hairstyling on Hulu's Reasonable Doubt. Here's her story.
Why Connor Cuts First YouTube Video Matters More Than People Realize
Every once in a while, you come across a video that reminds you why YouTube is still one of the greatest opportunities in the world for creatives. I stumbled onto...
Redefining Confidence: How Emily Cheney Is Normalizing Hair Restoration
(Don Leach / Daily Pilot) Emily Cheney, known to her massive digital community as the Toupee Queen, is doing more than just styling hair. She is on a mission to...
Jake the Barber on Punctuality, Texture, and Business Longevity
In our latest Artist Spotlight, we spoke with Jake, the founder of Claim13, to discuss the practical habits that sustain a successful career in barbering. From technical shortcuts for better texture...
Breaking the Stigma: How Katelyn Is Redefining Success Behind the Chair
At FreeSalonEducation.com, we’re always inspired by stylists who are not only growing behind the chair, but also using their voice to elevate the industry. That’s exactly what Katelyn is doing....