About this Event
Lights, Camera, Afro: Afro & Textured Hair — Hands-On Masterclass
Ready to build your confidence working with Afro-textured hair?
Join Last Looks Beauty for a practical, hands-on introduction to Afro and textured hair, designed for aspiring and practising Hair & Makeup Artists, creatives, students and anyone looking to develop their knowledge and confidence when working with textured hair.
This masterclass combines essential knowledge with guided practical exercises, giving you the opportunity to learn techniques, ask questions and practise in a supportive environment.
Whether you're completely new to Afro hair or want to strengthen your existing skills, this session will give you a practical foundation you can continue to build on.
10% of proceeds from this masterclass will support Lights, Camera, Afro CIC our Community Interest Company delivering hands-on Hair, Makeup and SFX education to young people aged 11–18. Your ticket helps us bring practical, inclusive creative education into schools and inspire the next generation of artists.
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Agenda
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Doors Open & Registration
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:10 AM
Welcome & Health and Safety
🕑: 11:10 AM - 11:45 AM
Presentation: History and Knowledge of Afro Hair
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:10 PM
Break & Networking | Prize Drawings
🕑: 12:10 PM - 03:00 PM
Hands-On Practical Styling
Info: Guided practical work to build confidence, technique and understanding, including:
Safely and effectively detangling textured hair.
Cane rowing / cornrowing.
Braiding techniques.
Adding extensions to braids.
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Closing | Photos & Goody Bags
Event venue & nearby stays
Old Diorama Arts Centre, 201 Drummond Street, London, United Kingdom
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