PONYTAIL CLASS
Learn how to finally master the basic yet allusive, perfect ponytail. Educators focus on proper hand positioning and tool utilization to create a clean look and strong foundation, which move into building more advanced looks.
Class Dates:
February 26, 2012
August 5, 2012
Prices upon request contact gretchen@ionstudionyc.com
FRENCH TWIST
A classic, yet difficult shape to create but a look every editorial stylist needs to master. Using proper hand positioning, backcombing techniques and products, educators lead students through advanced shapes built from the basic twist giving it an exciting and new shape fit for any photoshoot.
Class Dates:
February 27, 2012
August 6, 2012
Prices upon request contact gretchen@ionstudionyc.com
CULRS + TEXTURE CLASS
Elevate your curling skills to the next level by mastering four different iron techniques to create an off-base frizzy texture, a 40’s and 50’s inspired style and a current trend texture. (One class remains open for 2011, please call or email for more information).
Class Dates:
May 6, 2012 – Sold Out
October 7, 2012
Prices upon request contact gretchen@ionstudionyc.com
BRAIDS
Keeping your sections and shapes clean while braiding means the difference between just looking great to holding up during a busy backstage show or shoot. Learn hand positioning, tool utilization and product usage to create the class French braid, inside out or fishtail while incorporating trends from the runways.
Class Dates:
May 7, 2012 – Sold Out
October 8, 2012
Prices upon request contact gretchen@ionstudionyc.com
ION STUDIO PHOTOSHOOT CLASS
*Students must complete all four editorial styling classes to be eligible for this 2-day class.
This exciting 2-day course offers stylists the chance to meet and learn from top fashion-industry professionals about how to create and execute a photo shoot, and take away your own beauty shots to include in your portfolio.
On day one, you’ll meet with top industry professionals, including a photographer makeup artist, casting agent and stylist to learn how they work in order to direct your own photo shoot. You’ll also revisit content from previous editorial styling classes to determine looks for the day two photoshoot and learn about how texture and products can make or break your photograph.
On day two, you’ll take all you’ve learned to create a photo-worthy look on a working model at a New York City studio, and work with them in front of the camera to get that great shot. At the end of the weekend you’ll be armed with the basic skills necessary to begin building both your book and kit. You’ll gain knowledge about how to communicate your inspiration to your team as well as industry professionals you wish to work with. This is a dynamic class designed to push you out of your comfort zone and to arm you with foundation skills needed to enter the world of Editorial and Freelance Styling.
December 9 + 10, 2012
Prices upon request contact gretchen@ionstudionyc.com