Tag: Hair

Scott, “Scotty” Bentley Interviewed For The Real Hair Truth Documentary

~ Joseph Kellner

Scott, “Scotty” Bentley is the owner and creative director of Bentley Salon. Scott has traveled nationally and internationally as a platform artist and educator.  Not only is he an everyday stylist, he is also the mastermind behind the B-Concept Artistic Team, the creator of the annual Always Moving Forward (AMF) hair show in April, and the originator of the B-Concept Educational DVD.  He offers the same passion to his clients by showing them the versatility of their hair so they can re-create the look at home. Together with his talented and ambitious salon team, he is constantly involved with local designers in local fashion shows by helping coordinate the hair and make-up. By doing this he is helping promote the emerging salon subculture in the Tampa Bay area.

Bentley Salon

Albie Mulcahy Interviewed for THE REAL HAIR TRUTH

~ Joseph Kellner

Albie Mulcahy

               Albie Mulcahy

 

Scissors in hand, Albie Mulcahy gazes wistfully out the salon windows at the passing traffic on Fourth Street N.

He’s a chain-smoking slip of a hairstylist, a cross between pop artist Andy Warhol and ’80s rocker Billy Idol.

He doesn’t cut and tell, but he once toured with the Sex Pistols. He knows famed stylist Paul Mitchell. He is the former right-hand man of deceased rock star stylist John Sahag.

His lifestyle is fast and furious. He flies to seven different cities every two months to tend to rich and famous clients. In the past 15 years he has lived in New York, London, Paris, Los Angeles and Tokyo.

Three years ago, Mulcahy moved to St. Petersburg to put the brakes on the frequent-flier life.

At 56, Mulcahy is teenage hip, with spiky bleached blond hair, black jeans, black hoodie and black ankle boots. Two chunky silver crucifixes hang from his plunging neckline.

He has a close following among the city’s artsy crowd, aspiring models, young hipsters.

He calls his salon, the Velvet Lounge.

So far he’s relied on word of mouth, his MySpace page and local art events to bring in customers.

Mulcahy was born in Boston, one of five children of Irish Catholic parents. He grew up poor and dreamed of being a famous rock star.

After spending a year in Vietnam and overcoming a nasty drug habit, he watched the movie Shampoo and knew he wanted to become a hairstylist.

“It sounds like a cliche,” he said, “but it’s true.”

He opened a salon in Boston and met Paul Mitchell, becoming one of his educators. He later joined with Sahag in New York, who taught him the dry-cutting technique.

It’s been 12 years since Mulcahy has cut hair wet.

Mulcahy said he now is dedicated to teaching other stylists what he knows through his new educational training venture with business partner Dwight Miller called V L V T academies.

Originally, Mulcahy wanted to fly under the radar in St. Petersburg, but now he wants his name out.

“I want to put St. Petersburg on the map for the hair industry to learn,” he said. “I think it has that capability.”

Press release for The Real Hair Truth Documentary

~ Joseph Kellner

“THE REAL HAIR TRUTH” EXPOSES THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY

Hairdresser/make-up artist Joseph Kellner uses documentary to disclose hard truths of the beauty industry!

 

ORLANDO – December 20, 2009

Produced and narrated by accomplished hairdresser and makeup artist Joseph Kellner, the informative and entertaining documentary unravels and demystifies the processes involved in achieving success in the beauty industry. Using interviews with top beauticians in the industry, Kellner provides his expert analysis while extracting insider secrets through leading cosmetology professionals Phil Stone, Jesse Briggs, Mags Kavanuagh, Rocco DiBernardo Karla Mathey, Scott Bentley and Bennet Parke, Claudia Diesti, Joseph Kellner, Albie Mulcahy.

The Real Hair Truth is a must-see for students, professionals, salon owners or any person considering a career in the industry. The documentary explores the mindset, the passion, the plans and the hard work necessary to become the best in the business, in the most candid way. From the proper education to landing the right job and to the importance of continuing education to understanding various business models, retail sales and interpersonal communication, the film leaves no stone unturned – all while getting very real with the viewer.

The Real Hair Truth exposes various vagaries of the industry where dishonest practices are surprisingly prevalent. From misleading marketing to false promises, Kellner probes thru the superficial to the unattractive side, pointing out warning signs and other pitfalls along the way. Kellner strongly believes that in order for the industry to progress, it is imperative for new standard to be set – and met.

The Real Hair Truth is more than just a movie about the industry, however. It is part of a man’s vision to advance the industry to which he has dedicated his career. Because Kellner seeks to set a new standard of excellence in the industry while also helping people advance in it, The site offers a variety of educational scholarships and marketing opportunities to assist focused individuals in getting needed career education. The Web site also provides information and advice from seasoned professionals for all facets of the business. If anyone desires to get an edge on true success in the beauty industry as well as contribute to the advancement of it, it is paramount that they watch “The Real Hair Truth”

For more information or to schedule an interview with Joseph Kellner, call: 407-421-5857

– The Real Hair Truth, a unique documentary-style expose revealing the business side of the beauty industry, announces its official release date of April 1, 2010. The groundbreaking film will then be available for purchase on  REAL HAIR TRUTH

David Velasco Donor For The REAL HAIR TRUTH.COM

~ Joseph Kellner

 David Velasco

With over 30 years Experience in the field of hairdressing, Velasco has become one of the industry’s leading authorities. 

Velasco began his career at the young age of 16 in Tampa.Fla. he soon moved to London, England were he worked and studied his craft with world renown hairdressers of that era.

Upon return to the USA Velasco began to develop his skills as an Educator and Effective Communicator while working with John & Suzzane Chadwick at the “Hair Fashion Development Center” on New York’s 5th Ave.

By the age of 21 Velasco was STYLES DIRECTOR for the SAKS FIFTH AVE. beauty salon in New York City. Over the next 20 years Velasco became involved in almost every aspect of hair related activities possible. Including such achievements as, Freelance Hair Designer for photo sessions with major beauty publications and television commercials. He has held such prestige positions as Educational and Creative Consultant to CLAIROL INC., SHISEIDO LTD.,& THE WELLA CORP..

He has preformed as the Featured Guest Artist and Master Educator at hundreds of trade events throughout the world. His presentation at the 1993 HAIRCOLOR U.S.A., symposium was rated BEST EDUCATIONAL EVENT by his peers.

Velasco has been a Contributing Author to many hair related articles for both consumer and professional publications and books. Velasco held a position as the NATIONAL ARTISTIC DIRECTOR FOR THE WELLA CORP. for ten years and is a member of the INTERNATIONAL HAIRCOLOR EXCHANGE. 

Velasco was formally the DIRECTOR OF HAIRCOLOR for the world renown BUMBLE & BUMBLE SALON in NEW YORK CITY and presently resides over his own salon David Velasco Salon, LTD. in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. David and his Salon are proud members of INTERCOIFFURE MONDIAL, which is the most prestigious international hairdressing organization in the world. 

David currently teaches a two-day hair color seminar called “Color Clusters” with his dear friend and colleague Dee Levin and is also in the process of launching a new company called “Salon Success Systems” and a “Mini Book Series”  aimed at hairdressers and salon owners who want to achieve success in the salon industry

DAVID VELASCO SALON

HAIRCOLOR CLUBHOUSE

Shop Around When Going To Hairdressing School

~ Joseph Kellner

If there is one element of the human appearance that most stands out, it’s the hair. Just think about how often you’ve heard someone describe a person by their hair color or style – it’s a common occurrence. Many people find that they have a knack for styling hair. Maybe they’ve experimented by cutting a friend’s or their child’s, and now want to turn it into a career. While part of hairdressing is talent, it takes proper hair design training to really become a proper hair stylist. I feel that schools should have a mandatory of 2500 hours in a nationwide curriculum course. State’s require to little time to be spent in school. And off they go! Take an exam and you have a license.

By attending a Cosmetology course you’ll learn the finer points of styling hair. This includes learning the current and ongoing popular trends, as well as the timeless elements of form that go into every good style. Students of hair design will also learn about proper health and maintenance of hair, which is vital to maintaining a good style. Some schools will also encourage their students to embrace their creativity and try to develop their own styles that will really wow their future clients. Schools often teach out of manuals that are not current, and the course’s should be current. When taking the exam there should be a written test but also a practical. I also feel that the License should not be given until the student completes an apprenticeship of a mandatory of one year. Then I feel the license should be given to the student.

Hair design courses vary wildly in terms of cost and how difficult they are to get admitted to. For a long time, people viewed hairdressing schools as the places that people went when they couldn’t cut it in a real college. However, it is increasingly become a more legitimate choice to enroll in cosmetology programs and learn hair design and other beauty enhancing skills. Along with that shift, many new hair design training schools have arisen. Some of these schools are highly exclusive and very expensive. Watch out for all the Private Colleges, Career Training Institutes, Vocational Schools also.

However, there are still many government sponsored programs that are designed to be inexpensive, quick and rudimentary introductions to the world of hairdressing. These programs provide students without training and knowledge to pass a certification test in their state, but little else. Those who dream of hairdressers who are known across the world – or at least in their local communities – are more likely to get the training they need at a private hair design school. Costs for the more exclusive schools can rival the costs of prominent four-year universities, while the prices for the smaller programs can be much cheaper than even community colleges.

For many people, hair design is a form of art. It be discouraging to an up-and-coming hair stylist when they discover that the hair design school they want to attend is out of the price range. Fortunately, there are many options available to help students pay their way through hair design courses. Government grants.
For a good Cosmetology Course I highly recommend TONI&GUY, VIDAL SASSOONS! EXCELLENT SCHOOLS!
Joseph Kellner