All about... colin mcknight
Published
17th Sep 2010
by rachael
UK hairdressing is the best in the world, but it's not just about the top names and celebrity stylists. We find out more about one of hairdressing's rising stars to find out who inspires them.
Name: Colin McKnight
Age: 25
Job title: Creative stylist and assistant manager
Place of work: seanhanna, Cambridge
Training & qualifications: NVQ Level 2, Wella Professionals Foundation Cutting, Best of British Cutting, Sanrizz training, TIGI Inspirational Youth 2010, seanhanna Creative Cutting Team
Best advice received: To take as many opportunities as I can, and give them all 100%
Career highlight: When I made it as part of TIGI Inspirational Youth this year. I have always loved the brand and the creative team, and the fun it has with hairdressing.
Favourite celebrity hairstyle: Daisy Lowe. Textured tresses that versatile and soft with a cool rock chick fringe.
Best part of your job: Working with a great team, constantly creating and interpreting fashion.
In the next five years, I want to: Get on the FAME team, win HJ's British Hairdresser of the Year award, win the L'Oreal Colour Trophy, be part of Redken Tribe, and be in the hairdressing Hall of Fame.
My hairdressing hero is: Anthony Mascolo. He's a legend who inspires me to push to the top of my game, and to pass on my knowledge and passion.
Worst part of the job? Being let down by outside agencies when putting together photoshoots.
My inspiration comes from: Films - everything from Tim Burton to Avatar, and the recent documentary about The Doors. I also take inspiration from all genres of music, theatre, art, and other stylists - everyone has something to share.
If I wasn't a hairdresser, I would be: A musician, both teach and performing.
