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Woven Romance

Right on trend with texture and braids, Sam Villa, educator and manufacturer, who has developed a professional line of tools and shears, created two whimsical looks for MODERN SALON’s Artist Session using the Texture iron microcrimper, braided adornments and imagination.

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Artistry Unbound

Unbound Artist Session, MODERN’s exclusive photoshoot workshop, is designed to guide professional stylists in their quest to become freelance hairdressers, discover techniques to create beautiful photographs and learn from experts in the field.

HOW TO Get Maximum Texture and Volume on Short Hair

Danielle Keasling demos how-to use a HOT TOOLS curling iron to get maximum volume and texture on short hair.

HOW TO: Michael Gregg Tip for Hair Pin Set

Michael Gregg of Heaven Salon in Winchester, Virginia, created a highly textured look for ARTIST SESSION. In this video, he shows HOW TO create the perfect extension for the perfect finish.

Session Stars

The stylists attending Artist Session rarely know what they want to create on set until meeting their models at the casting on day one.

Bringing Home The Gold

Danielle Keasling, Modern's August cover artist, shares her feelings about ARTIST SESSION and how it made her a cover worthy artist.

Session Talent

The creative juices were flowing at Artist Session 8, MODERN SALON Media’s two-day workshop designed to offer direction, inspiration, enlightenment and a top-notch photoshoot opportunity for professional hairdressers.

Duncan’s Session

Michelle Charles Duncan knew what to expect at Artist Session— it was her second time taking MODERN SALON’s exclusive photo shoot workshop. “I had to come again,” she says.

ARTIST SESSION 6, Two Great Days

We just wrapped up the best ARTIST SESSION ever! Ten fantastic hair designers from all over the United States and Canada came to New York to learn how to get involved in session work and use their amazing pictures to "Up Their Profiles."

Spots Still Available for Artist Session LA

Spots are still available for our next Artist Session in LA on July 27 and 28. Day One will take place in Beverly Hills and Day Two will take place in a photo studio nearby. Photographer Roberto Ligresti and Makeup Artist David Maderich will be there to provide their insight and photo magic. We are still working out discounts at local hotels and we will keep you posted! Come join us!