Our educational programme interweaves tradition
with innovation.
The seminars and presentations have been developed by our international Educators and Session Stylists: Felix Fischer and Michelangelo Marenco,
to develop your technical expertise and creativity.
They will give you the impetus to succeed in the salon, in the studio or wherever your ambition
takes you.
Is an internationally renowned
stylist whose clients have
included Jennifer Lopez,
Penelope Cruz and Cate Blanchett. Until recently Felix resided in New
York but has now returned
to Europe.
He has created advertising campaigns for Pantene, L’Oreal, Wella, Schwarzkopf and Clairol, among others, while his editorial credits include front covers and photo shoots
for Vogue Italia, Harpers Bazaar, L’Officiel, Elle, Marie Claire & Numero.
Felix’s seminars are defined by his creative and technical
virtuosity and will inspire your success.
SEMINARS
by Felix Fischer (in English, German, Portuguese or Spanish)
CUTTING DURATION 1 DAY
Combining freehand and precision techniques, this seminar also addresses how to shape hair and work with different textures.
LONG HAIR DURATION 1 DAY Enhance your styling and curling techniques and give clients
glamorous, smooth, glossy hair whatever the hairtype or texture.
UP-STYLES DURATION 1 DAY From formal or bridal styling events and weddings to modern and wearable, the seminar includes tips and tricks your clients will love.
WIGS & HAIRPIECES DURATION 1 DAY
Even some of the best hairdressers in the world mishandle wigs and hairpieces as evidenced by so many photo shoots. This is the definitive tutorial in consummate wig techniques including cut, colour, style texture and volume.
RED-CARPET STYLING DURATION 1 DAY
Master the art of preparing your own celebrity clientele for photo shoots, special events and formal occasions.
SESSIONAL/EDITORIAL DURATION 1 DAY
Learn the skills and creative and practical insights necessary to develop your own vision and style
on photo shoots.
SESSIONAL
EDITORIAL STYLING DURATION 1 DAY PARTICIPANTS 4-8
This is a dynamic, in-studio workshop, under Felix’s personal direction, with ‘live’ models and full creative team: photographer, fashion stylist and make-up artist.
Now based in Paris, Michelangelo represented Label M in London and New York for 12 years. Apart from Education, he has been actively involved in catwalk collections in Milan & New York, and has been the creative director for international fashion designers at Paris Fashion Week.
In addition to hair and fashion editorials, Michelangelo has also created the hair for advertising campaigns - including Wella
and Hermes.
Michelangelo’s enthusiasm is as infectious as his seminars are innovative, responding to the latest trends and fashions.
SEMINARS
by Michelangelo Marenco ( in English, French, Italian or Spanish)
FUNDAMENTAL HAIRCUTTING
DURATION 2-6 DAYS
Quintessential cutting techniques, geometry, consultation, theory and practice. Women’s styles (or men).
12 looks in all. 2 cuts per day with live models. A diploma will be awarded to those completing the course.
FLUID TEXTURE TAILOR-MADE HAIR
DURATION 1-3 DAYS
Demonstration and practical workshop. Developing creative techniques and keeping abreast of
the latest trends. 2 cuts per day with live models. A diploma will be awarded to those completing the course.
EDITORIAL COMMUNICATION
DURATION 2 DAYS
This seminar reflects the course also offered by Felix. Conducted in a
photographic studio, the workshop introduces hairdressers to session styling skills and to an understanding of a very creative but different environment to the salon.
LOOK & LEARN
DURATION 1 DAY
A one-day presentation by Michelangelo with 3 ‘live’ models.
You decide whether the hair is long, short medium or men’s. This Presentation can be attended by a larger audience - according to the capacity of the venue
IN BETWEEN THE SHEETS
(Photo Shoots - An Essential Guide )
DURATION 3-4 HRS PARTICIPANTS 30 MAXIMUM
Mark has been the international Editor and Creative Director of the Hair & Fashion Magazines AND MEN, NOI.SE and HIGHLIGHTS for more than 20 years.
This presentation has been developed to prepare you for photo shoots and to discuss the synergy between Hair, Fashion & Beauty, giving you the impetus to fulfil your potential as a professional stylist and to promote the success of your salon.
Mark will discuss the ‘How, Why and When’ of organising a photo shoot, budgeting, creating concepts and mood-boards, do-s and don’t-s, understanding the language of photography
and the dynamics of the studio - and how to
get published!
A successful shoot will combine ‘Art and Commerce’ so that you can publish your pictures, win awards and increase your
business and clientele.
PRESENTATION
by Mark Stapleton (in English)
We recommend that you attend this presentation and benefit from our insights - and mistakes - before going into the studio. Don’t shoot from the hip!
COLLECTIONS & PHOTO SHOOTS...
Our service includes:
- Creating Collections
- Advertising
- Editorials
- Retouching
Budgets are always finite - whether large or small - but we can advise you how to optimise your investment.
With our own design studio and expert retouchers, we have the practical and creative expertise whatever the project.
For more information or to discuss your shoot(s), please contact us: contact@highlightsmag.com
We also publish and produce a portfolio of hair and fashion magazines: HIGHLIGHTS,
AND MEN and NOI.SE, collaborating with some of the best photographers and creative teams in the UK, Europe, the USA and Australia.
VENUE
Our Educators will come to your venue and, in advance of the seminar, we will
confirm the facilities necessary for a successful seminar.
SEMINAR ESSENTIALS
Participants will be advised of the professional tools and equipment
required for each seminar.
PLEASE NOTE
Seminars / Workshops have been designed for
a maximum of 15 participants unless otherwise specified. This is to ensure that seminars are more cohesive, professional and relevant. Their content can often be adapted and modified
to your specific needs, provided we receive sufficient notice.
BOOKINGS
A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to reserve the date(s) of the seminar(s).
The balance to be paid no later than
7 days before the seminar(s).
HIGHLIGHTS EDUCATION
To discuss seminars, prices or for any other enquiries:
email contact@highlightsmag.com tel +44 (0) 7774 526 114
www.highlightshairedu.com