Being a hair artist is more than just cutting, coloring, and styling—it's a form of expression, a way to connect with people, and a career that demands both passion and patience. Over the years, I’ve learned that staying creatively fulfilled and emotionally balanced requires more than skill with a brush or a pair of shears.
Here are the 6 guiding principles I live by to stay a happy, grounded, and thriving hair artist:
1. Create From Passion, Not Pressure
The minute your work becomes about trends or approval, your creativity starts to shrink. I remind myself often: do it for the art, not the algorithm. My best work comes when I’m inspired—not when I’m chasing what's popular.
2. Protect Your Energy
Behind the chair, we give so much—emotionally and physically. I’ve learned to set boundaries, take breaks, and surround myself with people who uplift me. A healthy mind leads to better creativity.
3. Keep Evolving
Staying still creatively is the fastest way to burn out. Whether it’s attending a new class, trying out a new technique, or simply experimenting on a mannequin, I never stop learning. Growth keeps the fire alive.
4. Stay True to Your Style
It’s tempting to follow every trend, but staying true to my own artistic voice is what keeps me unique—and happy. My clients come to me because of how I create, not just what I create.
5. Celebrate Small Wins
Not every day will be glamorous. Some days it’s about fixing a tone, learning from a mistake, or connecting with a client in a meaningful way. I’ve learned to celebrate the little moments—they keep me grateful.
6. Remember Why You Started
Whenever I feel tired or uninspired, I go back to the beginning. The feeling I got the first time I transformed someone’s confidence with a haircut or color—that’s what drives me. Passion is the fuel, and purpose is the compass.
Final Thoughts 🖤
Happiness as a hair artist doesn’t come from constant hustle or external success—it comes from staying aligned with your passion, protecting your peace, and creating from a place of love. These six truths keep me grounded in what matters most—and I hope they help you, too.
Do you love all of these 6 things in your career as an artist?
If you don’t, I encourage you to reflect & see what are the things you need to do to shift your way to loving all 6 things.
What do you need to subtract?
What do you need to add to add?
What do you need to shift in your life to love all 6 things?
Only YOU know the answer to that. 🖤
Please share below what you love or don’t love & WHY?