Axcelr8 Academy: Long Hair Cutting and Blow Drying

Description:  This Class will go over the foundations of long hair cutting with 3 different cuts.  Blunt lines, Butterfly layers and also a shag.  With each cut we will work on a different fringe or bang.  Not only will we go over the wet cuts but also blow drying techniques that will help us be successful behind the chair.  The last part of each cut we will work on dry cutting and adding texture with fine tuning and some iron work.  

This academy class is designed for all levels.  It is great for new stylists right out of school or just starting in their career but also a great refresher for any seasoned stylist. 

Segments:

1. Wet cuts

   1. Blunt

      Butterfly 

      Shag

   Blow Drying

   1. Round Brush

      Diffuse

   Dry cutting 

   1. Slide cutting

      Point cutting

      Visual cutting

   Bangs

   1. Face frame

      Curtain fringe

      Short and textured

Taught by: Stephen Adams

Bio:  Stephen Adams is a positive and innovative problem solver, who has participated in many aspects within the beauty industry for the last 30 plus years. Throughout the years he has been inspired deeply by the cultures of his surroundings. Art, humor, and clothing styles kindle his imagination and helps him to see the world in a different aspect of texture, density, color and movement. Stephen feels that through his working with hair, a 3 dimensional fluid object that he sculpts and intensifies with color, he is able to create that perfect balance of both Art and Science.  His commitment to education, community, and his industry is what pushes him to be the best of his abilities. His growing national reputation stems from many accolades from Keratin Complex and also his work as a platform artist for companies such as Aveda, John Paul Mitchell Systems, Chromastics and ARROJO.  “Take Risks” has been Stephen’s motto for most of his life and he truly believes that to be successful at whatever we do, we all must have some “Moxie” and do what no one else has done.  Push yourself to be your best.