Courtney
I have always had a passion for hair. It started when I was in grade school and my friends would come over to have me style their hair before we went out to play. I loved looking for styles I could recreate and practiced on everyone for dances and picture day! Once I finished school, I knew I had to follow my dream and become a professional stylist.
My career in the hair industry began at the Rudy and Kelly Academy. After graduating I worked behind the chair for many years in the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
Courtney
When people find out what I do for a living they say, “You must have the coolest job ever!” And you know what? I really do! I get to be a part of so many special events in people’s lives and share that moment with them. What could be better? As one bride said to me, “You are not only an amazing artist, you also get to do something so few people can; you get to make me feel pretty and confident!”
I have always had a passion for hair. It started when I was in grade school and my friends would come over to have me style their hair before we went out to play. I loved looking for styles I could recreate and practiced on everyone for dances and picture day! Once I finished school, I knew I had to follow my dream and become a professional stylist. My career in the hair industry began at the Rudy and Kelly Academy. After graduating I worked behind the chair for many years in the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
Living in a destination wedding spot I quickly found I had a talent for formal styling. Since then I have participated in numerous training programs with top professionals in the hair industry to keep up with this ever-growing art form. I love the creativity that comes with bridal hair as every individual look ends up being unique.
After several years in North Carolina I made the move to Richmond, Virginia. I have established myself as a stylist at the amazing 1213 Hair Studio. While working there I have had the opportunity to work with Richmond Bride Magazine and numerous photographers for photo shoots and runway shows. While I still work behind the chair, traveling and doing on site styling will always be exciting and something that will remain a big part of my career. Working with bridal parties that get to be comfortable, in a relaxing environment, is such a joy for me. I love that I get to be a small part of someone’s special day! When I’m not doing hair, you can find me exploring the city, hiking in the mountains or relaxing on the beach.