Sebastian Gallery Jam 2019
Sebastian Professional is back with Gallery Jam Session 2019, giving stylists a newer outlook on styling and keeping them updated with global trends.
Sebastian Professional has always kept Indian stylists at par with international trends and innovations with their annual Gallery Jam Session.
Creativity at its best
This year’s Gallery Jam Session lived up to its showmanship, by showcasing the edgiest looks for the season. Sebastian’s international expert Omar Antonio created magic with hair on-stage, by decoding the season’s biggest trends. Omar showcased his true passion for hair by creating a special outfit made completely out of hair. The showstopper wore this outfit while Omar worked his magic on her tresses.
The event this year was held over 2 days. Day 1 consisted of Omar showcasing groundbreaking new hair looks for the season, while Day 2 consisted of training sessions for hairstylists to be able to create these looks with ease and technique. It was a unique combination of training, workshop and a platform for international hair trends.
Sebastian Professional also revealed its new visual identity to hairstylists showcasing a younger, trendier Sebastian Professional.
In conversation with Omar Antonio, Sebastian Professional Global Expert…
Omar was discovered by Sebastian in 2004 and was introduced to the entire artistic team, led by Robert Lobetta. He freelanced with the team for two years. “That experience was one that words can’t explain. I travelled the globe doing numerous runways shows, fashion week, and photo shoots, meeting and inspiring thousands of hairdressers around the world.”
Omar’s artistic background consists of fashion design, drawing, sketching, painting, and of course, hair and make-up. “I am inspired by music, fashion, by visionary artists like Tim Burton, and, of course, by my four beautiful children and their smiling faces.”
He answered some exclusive questions for Beauty Launchpad.
How did your journey in hairdressing start?
I wanted to have a career that would make me excited when I woke up every morning. A career that would allow me to be artistic and hairdressing was perfect for that.
Tell us about your association with Sebastian?
It’s amazing to be a part of a team that is so skilled. My learning has been beyond boundaries.
How do you balance your creativity between fashion design, art, hairdressing and make-up?
In order for me to create a collection, I need to find inspiration for each one of the above elements and choosing that keeps me balanced.
What is your agenda for this visit to India?
Inspire and educate the Indian top talent in hairdressing.
Which aspect of your work do you enjoy the most?
Inspiring other artists is what I enjoy the most.
Which hair trends are we likely to see this year – cut, colour, style and texture?
Choppy haircuts, simplicity in styling, and bold shiny colours.
How do you care for and style your own hair?
Renato (Wella artist from the States) does my hair. He keeps it simple, punk rock.
