Callum O’Donovan – Cultivating Colour

Callum O’Donovan – Cultivating Colour **NEW FOR 2025**

Duration: 1 Day

Level: Intermediate

Number of Attendants: 8

Who is the ideal student?

Colourists looking to elevate their skills beyond classic colouring techniques

Course Description:

Understanding how to place colour to ensure that every technique has a purpose can be quite daunting. During this one-day course, Callum will help you to understand the 'why' behind the placement. You will gain a deeper understanding of colour placement and how to use it to enhance the structure in a haircut, movement in the hair and ensure every look is tailored to the client. Whether new to the salon floor or just wanting to perfect your skill, this is a must for any colourist who wants to enhance their confidence, catering to everyday salon needs as well as more adventurous, bold looks. Callum will help to understand how to offer versatility that appeals to an endless number of clients.

Learning Objectives:

• Understanding the purpose and impact of colour placement: Gain a new perspective on how to enhance and create impact with colour and placement
• Building confidence in seamlessly colouring any haircut: Understanding how to choose colour techniques based on the client in front of you
• Boosting confidence in creative colour choices: Confidently choosing colours and techniques based on the seasonal trends
• Colour consultation: Guiding clients to enable a personalised and unique service

Skills Covered:

• Bespoke colour placement & finishing techniques
• Expert colour shade selection
• Mastering colour client consultations

Learning Style:

• Interactive theory and demonstrations
• Step-by-step demonstrations
• Hands-on training  

Certification: 

You will receive a certificate upon completion of your course

What do I need to bring with me?

Styling brushes, plastic tail combs, plastic sectioning clips, hairdryer and ceramic hair straighteners (optional)

Taught By: 

Callum O’Donovan @callumodonovan

At just 23, Callum is already making waves in the hairdressing world. Hailing from Cork and based at The Edge Hair Design, his career skyrocketed early when he became the youngest-ever winner of the L’Oreal Colour Trophy Star Award at just 16. His passion for colour only grew as he honed his skills as an ID Artist for L’Oréal Professionnel and graduated top of his class with a L’Oréal Professionnel Colour Specialist degree. Callum brings a fresh, bold outlook on hair colour, redefining the outlook of hair through creative colouring and innovative techniques. His experience spans high-energy hair shows, trendsetting stage work and advanced education, making him a leader of the next generation of stylists. Always pushing the boundaries of what is new and exciting, Callum is undoubtedly the future of hairdressing.