The melting pot of globalization inspires. Deconstructing the crafts of yesterday lead Sebastian Global Art Directors Shay Dempsey and Michael Polsinelli to handcrafted hair artistry that’s far from conventional, but grounded in tradition. Signs and symbols of traditional cultures are twisted until hair becomes decoration, armor, art. All are ritual representations of identity and strength…somewhere between ceremonial beauty and a battle cry.

Who did it
Hair: Shay Dempsey and Michael Polsinelli, Sebastian Global Art Directors
Photography: Jem Mitchell
Makeup: Peter Schell
Website: sebastianprofessional.com

On Paper Keyword: Sebastian

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