International session stylist Anna Cofone is hosting a masterclass this November, The Art of Session Hairstyling, sharing her wealth of knowledge and experience. We know Anna well and love her work as an incredibly renowned name in the session styling world – studying her craft with the likes of Eugene Souleiman, Sam McKnight and Guido. She has an A-list clientele, including Lana Del Ray and models Claudia Schiffer, Lara Stone and Cindy Crawford. And has worked on numerous editorial shoots for high-end publications (Vogue, Dazed, to name a couple) and oodles of fashion campaigns. So, it’s safe to say you’ll be in good hands in a masterclass with her. Either scroll down to read more, or email to make an enquiry on reserving a place… send email to studio@annacofone.com
Anna’s Fashion Week experience includes New York, Milan, Paris and London, and anyone joining The Art of Session Hairstyling may have a VERY exciting opportunity. Anna says she will consider anyone who demonstrates the necessary skills and attitude for her LFW week team next February…oh la la! Importantly, she’s running the masterclass to raise funds for her Hair & Care project – helping visually impaired women and girls learn better hair care practices. We’re super-proud of her work – read all about that HERE. And to discover more about the masterclass.. Keep scrolling!
Masterclass with Anna
So, what exactly will the masterclass cover? The Art of Session Hairstyling will help you understand what it is like to work on high-profile session styling jobs, including editorial work, backstage at fashion weeks, music videos and fashion shoots. This immersive, practical course will take place over two days in London (6th and 7th November). It will be an inspiring location to enjoy demos, hands-on work, and lessons in basic and advanced techniques. This class is ideal for:
• Session stylists seeking techniques to work confidently on shoots, shows, and other fashion productions
• Salon owners who want to offer the latest trends and adapt fashion looks for the salon
• Salon stylists who want to start a career in session styling and learn techniques from the fashion industry.
The message being, this masterclass with suit anyone with some degree of knowhow but not necessarily in session styling. IF you do have some practical experience on sets and BTS, then you can build on your skillset for sure.
The class in detail
What can you expect from two days learning with Anna Cofone? Well quite a lot, whatever your level of experience. Browse this list:
• The masterclass will give you an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how creatives develop ideas and flesh them out
• You will learn techniques for working with creative talent, understanding that their image reflects their art
• You will learn how to be a creative director of your looks. This is a critical skill to have as you advance in your career and receive the opportunity of more agency and responsibility
• As you know, mood-boards are an essential aspect of any creative job. The masterclass will help you harness inspiration from mood-boards and translate it into wearable, workable styles. This includes learning to identify textures, colours, shapes, and silhouettes to create unforgettable looks that will leave a lasting impression
• Focusing on putting knowledge into practice, you will recreate looks with step-by-step guidance, learning advanced skills and techniques. Following the ideation process, there will be a lesson on the essential techniques and knowledge needed to recreate a total of 4-6 looks for a shoot.
You’ll have plenty of hands-on time!
How to book?
The Art of Session Hairstyling spaces are limited for good reason. All attendees will want good hands on time with Anna giving guidance and feedback. For more information and to book a space email: studio@annacofone.com
More about your host
Anna Cofone began her career over 20 years ago after developing a passion for hair while studying performing arts. Anna joined the Harringtons Salon group, completing an internship under guidance from Eamon Boreham, Daren Baine and Esti Carton. After a 2001 win at the L’Oréal Talent Spotting Competition, Anna worked alongside the L’Oréal Artistic Portfolio on international projects and collaborated with graduate designers from Central Saint Martins.
Anna picked up her backstage session styling know-how working with Eugene Souleiman and Sam McKnight on New York, London, Milan, and Paris Fashion Weeks. Anna has worked with designers, including Valentino and Balmain, and celebrities, including Lana Del Ray and Dua Lipa. It’s safe to say she’s had a whirlwind career, and now, she is sharing it all. Don’t miss out! Anna developed Hair & Care, an awe-inspiring initiative which helps teach visually impaired girls and women the fundamentals of caring for their hair. If you want to learn more about this, or get involved, click here
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