The 2011 Contessa winners have been announced! All I can say is WOW! Every single stylist, colourist, photographer and makeup artist deserved it. The talent that runs through every single one of these talented ladies and gentlemen makes my jaw drop in awe. What they can do to hair something I have only ever seen in my wildest dreams.
Alberta Hairstylist
Wendy Belanger blew the judges away with her incredible twist to a native-esque theme. With all earthy tones like brown and dirty blonde. The hair featured here is intense and wild. The volume just adds to the insane structure of the hair.
(Judy MacDonald/Photography by: Jean – Sébastien Senécal)
Atlantic Hairstylist
Judy MacDonald displayed strong feminine characters with her hair styling. Drawing out facial features with her sharp cuts and out of the ordinary colours. The styling here is edgy and unique which takes a step into a more ultra-modern era.
(Palma Anshilevich/Photography by: BABAK)
Avant Garde Hairstylist
Palma Anshilevich took the place for best avant-garde stylist, and yes, she deserved it entirely. Her incorporation of hairpieces with her own style brought a real feel of passion to her unique style. The pieces which took on a dream-catcher type feel were not only aesthetically pleasing but just provided a next level wow factor.
(Chad Taylor/Photography by: Philip Jarmain)
British Columbia Hairstylist
Straight out of British Columbia, Chad Taylor brought a modern day twist to the classic feminine look. With sleek waves, asymmetrical cuts and crazy curled updo's Chad doesn't fear getting creative with the idea of feminine beauty.
(Véronique Beaupré/Photography by: Simon Normand)
Canadian Hairstylist/Canadian Salon Team/Quebec Stylist
The lady who won the Canadian Hairstylist Award was none other than Véronique Beaupré. Her stylish and down to earth cuts were the perfect style to persuade the judges to all fall in love with her styling. Her simple and intriguing styles showed diversity. The mirrors she used in her shoots showed off angles to the head which showed the subtle complexity behind each cut. (p.s. She Also left with the Quebec Stylist and Canadian Salon Team as well.)
Guylaine Martel/Photography By: Alain Comtois)
Elite Master
This years Elite Master goes to Guylaine Martel. Absolutely stunning is the only way I can describe his styling techniques. Everything from the hair, to the modes and photoshoot he presented are impeccable.
(Timothy Switzer/ Photography by: Greg Swales)
Makeover Colourist/ Master Colourist
Such subtle transitions, such natural looking colours... there's one person who can accomplish this, and that is Timothy Switzer. This incredible colourist has a fine-tuned touch and perfected his hand in the field of colouring, which won him Master and Makeover Colourist of the year.
(Jennifer Dionne/Photography by: Marquismontes)
Makeup Artist
Makeup Artist Jennifer Dionne showed extreme dexterity and skill with her brushes and blushes, shadows and eyeliners. Her expert display of beauty won her the Makeup Artist Award which was every single bit deserved.
(Caffery VanHorne/Photography by: Arkan Zakharov)
Men's Hairstylist
Showing not only girls can rock nice, stylish 'do's was Caffery Vanhorne. He transformed his male models into gorgeous masculine men, with some of the best hair I've laid eye on. His masculine approach to fine lines makes his men's cut the cream of the crop.
(Jorge Joao/Photography by: Randell Rowe)
Multicultural Hairstylist
Jorge Joao knocked everyone off their feet with his massive approach to style. His long, banana shaped wigs were not only gorgeous, earthy but inspiring. Their shape, design and sheer grandeur of them were something that did not slip under the radar.
(Catherine Cote/Photography by: Caroline Lafond)
Nail Enhancement Artist
Do you want to get your nails done by a real professional? Then seek out Catherine Cote. She'll turn your hands into a beautiful work of art. I have never seen nails look that good... even after my regular manicure...
(Devon Plamondon/Photography by: Kale Friesen)
Newcomer Hairstylist
We've got some fresh meat for you. Newcomer Devon Plamondon is one stylist you should be keeping your eyes on. If you can get your head under his shears then consider youself lucky. This up and comer has clean lines and a great taste of style.
(Mandy MacFadden/Photography by: Richard Dubois & Giancarlo Intini)
Ontario Hairstylist/Texture Hairstylist
You can tell beauty is one thing that is always on Mandy's mind because it shows so strongly through her work. Every hairstyle that she produces is classy, beautiful and chic. Her modern feel of feminine hairstyles can be described as edgy and bold, but it so much more than that. You just have to see for yourself why she's the best stylist in Ontario/Texture Stylist.
(Reyn VonDyck/Photography by: Reyn VonDyck)
Saskatchewan/Manitoba Hairstylist
Reyn's out of this world hairstyles were exactly what were needed for her to bring home her award. Her funky colours and wild hairdo's are refreshing and stylish at the same time. Bringing style and fashion to the heart of Canada is what she was obviously born to do.
(Olivier Miotto/Photography by: Sylvain Blais)
Session Hairstylist
Doll like, with a nice glamorous touch to his styling has paved Olivier Miotto's way in the hairstyling industry. His class he gives to the tresses he touches is incredible. The sheer gloss and shine of his locks brings his styling to another level.
(Chrissy Allan/Photography by: Kale Friesen)
Student/Apprentice Hairstylist
Chrissy Allen's smooth, sleek and vibrant hair is just simply fantastic! All styles from short to long are just simple awe-inspiring. The red's that are a common theme in her photos pop and make the hair radiate with life. Definitely an apprentice I would want working for me.
That wraps it up for this years Contessa Awards. This prestigious award given to the best hairstylist in Canada is something that we'll all be looking forward to next year. Until then, I'm going to be trying my best to get in contact with one of these stylists to get my next cut and colour! On that note I'd like to say congratulations to this years winners. With all of these professional stylists that are pulsing with creativity and passion I hope that some of their hairstyles have inspired you.
Via: Contessa Awards