Perspective is Key • Demo & Hands On Cutting Class

Perspective is Key • Demo & Hands on cutting class

demo only $100

10am-1:00

demo & hands on $300

(includes catered lunch)

10am - 5:30pm

Introducing Ira Pope Sage, an esteemed hairstylist based in Las Vegas, whose remarkable career in the hair industry began in his hometown of Michigan in 1994. Ira was named Educator of the Year for 2023 by Sounthwest Hairstyling Awards!
This transformative learning experience incorporates his exceptional methodology, catering to salons and individual hairdressers seeking to enhance their skills. Ira is motivated to reach an even broader audience of like-minded hair professionals, eager to learn from his unique mind and perspective. As he continues to develop his brand and expand his class offerings, Ira is poised to make a lasting impact on the industry.
With an impressive background as a former stylist at A Robert Cromeans Salon, Ira’s journey took a momentous turn when he joined Paul Mitchell in 2012. As a Global Educator specializing in haircutting, he traversed the globe, sharing his expertise and passion with hair professionals worldwide.

Throughout his illustrious career, Ira has garnered numerous awards and accolades, earning recognition from prestigious publications and esteemed industry events. Vegas Life Magazine named him the top hairdresser in both 2002 and 2003, while Be Mag honored him as one of the top 50 Platforms Artists in 2007. His talent and creativity were further showcased when he was featured on a Winn Claybaugh Masters CD. In 2021, Ira’s outstanding skills were recognized as he became a Southwest Hairstyling Awards Finalist for both Asian Hairstylist of the Year and Hairstylist of the Year. Additionally, he was honored with the Uncensored Beauty Icon Award by the Midwest Hairstyling Awards, solidifying his reputation as a visionary in the field.

Ira’s distinctive approach to hairstyling revolves around his expressive and functional shapes, which he attributes to his groundbreaking “Clock Cutting Method.” Inspired by the concept of time, clocks, and measurement, Ira’s unique visual approach simplifies the haircutting process, providing a fresh perspective that encourages hairdressers to think inside the box while unleashing their creativity. His methodology lays a structured foundation for artistic innovation.

Driven by his mantra of conducting everything with happiness, passion, and love, Ira embodies these values in his present trajectory. Today, as an independent artist, he offers hands-on education through his personalized class titled “Foundations: Perspective is Key.”

Below noon focus ( line & graduation )

There are three technique option line, graduation and layer. First two are below noon so both build vertical weight into the hair! Layers take away vertical weight! In general i think it’s easy to take things away compared to proper building of things! Any one can demolish few and construct.

This focus is all that intentional construction! We build this line through the clock cutting method! We not only think in the box we cut in the box!

This line lesson focuses on cutting above the comb to create an “anti bevel” bob. It’s cut from corner to corner, literally in the shape of a house!

This grad lesson is about consistency, being present and always checking the roots for tension awareness!

When you start regularly cutting lines and grads some what easy like no bigs, yr confidence levels ascend! Clients love a confident hairdresser with empathy.

In a remarkable development, Ira Pope Sage is now joining the esteemed Babyliss Pro team as an ambassador. This collaboration showcases his extraordinary talent and aligns him with a brand synonymous with innovation and excellence. As a Babyliss Pro ambassador, Ira will have the opportunity to further elevate his craft, exploring new horizons and pushing the boundaries of hairstyling. His affiliation with Babyliss Pro underscores his unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional results and sharing his expertise with the hairdressing community.

Ira Pope Sage continues to shape the hairdressing industry with his boundless creativity, dedication to education, and distinctive perspective. His inclusion in the Babyliss Pro team as an ambassador is a testament to his remarkable achievements and serves as a platform for further growth and collaboration. With his artistic vision and passion for the craft, Ira is set to inspire and influence the next generation of hairstylists.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Argyle Salon, 1155 North State Street, Bellingham, United States