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Biography

Born 30th June 1960 in Lower Hutt, New Plymouth, New Zealand, Patrick Cameron is a world-renowned long-hair stylist and hairdresser. He is an award-winning educator and is recognised globally for his lavish hair shows and his dazzling and theatrical on-stage presence.

With a passion for music and art, Cameron began his career as a visual display artist in department stores in New Zealand and commenced his training as a hairdresser in his early 20s.

Mentored by Lindsey Loveridge in New Plymouth, Cameron developed an affinity for dressing long hair, quickly becoming well-known and sought-after for his skills locally. He spent several years learning the craft, honing his skills with the dexterity for which he is known to this day.

In 1987, he moved to London, where he still resides, and earned a job as a stylist for a large UK-based salon group, making artistic director for the group within a short space of time. During his tenure here Cameron quickly realised his skills for dressing long hair were unique and highly marketable. Gaining the attention of cosmetic giant Wella, he then began presenting training seminars in dressing long hair, first nationally and, soon thereafter, internationally.

In 1990, Cameron formed Patrick Cameron Hair International with business partner Susan Callaghan, which has been the defining moment of his career to date. His congenial personality, combined with his skills and drive, made Cameron’s name globally – earning him the nickname The Maestro of Long Hair.

High-profile shows and seminars worldwide, endorsements and an extensive range of merchandise bearing the Patrick Cameron brand have made him one of the best-known figures in the global hairdressing industry.

In 1993, Marco Erbi joined the company as artistic director and, in 1997, Marco Everard joined as school, merchandise & website manager.

In 1997, Cameron launched the Patrick Cameron School, an interactive, hands-on training and education masterclass that, in 2010, earned him the Intercoiffure Globe-Educator Award.

Patrick Cameron Hair International has published six step-by-step books and produced six training DVDs and currently has a wide range of merchandise available, such as brushes and a range of hair accessories.

Cameron and his shows continue to inspire hairdressers, with his unique blend of education and his fantastic ability to make even the most complex hairstyle look simple to create. Attendees of his stage performances are always enthralled by the theatrical element Cameron injects into his presentations.

He is a regular presenter at the most prestigious global hairdressing events, most notably the Wella Trend Vision Awards.

He has a long-standing business relationship with Wella and Babyliss.

Intercoiffure Globe-Educator 2010 Award

In November 2010, Cameron was honoured by international hairdressing body, Intercoiffure and named Best Globe Educator.

“It was such an honour to receive the award from Intercoiffure in Paris. Global education is at the very heart of what I do and, for the Patrick Cameron School to be recognised in this way, is one of the highlights of my career,” commented Cameron.

Patrick Cameron School

The Patrick Cameron School, established in 1997, is based in London at the Wella World Studio. Students attending the two-day courses at the school have the opportunity to work with Patrick and his artistic director, Marco Erbi, providing students with the opportunity to master the techniques for which Cameron has become world renowned.

Patrick Cameron has spent the past 20 years educating and inspiring hairdressers globally in the art of dressing long hair. Producing a comprehensive portfolio of shows, books, DVDs and photographic work, which transcends languages and cultures, Cameron educates, motivates and is always entertaining.

The success of the Patrick Cameron School has created a global demand and, as such, Cameron has taken the school out of its London base and is now held across all continents, often in conjunction with his show and other special events.

Collections

Ultraviolet 2011

Ultraviolet 2011 Patrick Cameron’s 2011 collection is a celebration of big hair.
Ultraviolet is about beautiful, bold and audacious shapes and sexy waves.
There is a retro reference here, but the execution and final result is uncompromising and strikingly modern.

The techniques to achieving these styles are a real lesson in foundation and building a structure.
These hairstyles, despite their generous volume, are very light and airy, even diaphanous in parts.
There is a beautiful balance between the apparent solidity of the shapes and the vaporous textures of them.

Ultraviolet is a very glamorous collection – feminine, elegant and infused with a real sense of fun.
The couture is floaty and dazzling, completing the packaging of yet another iconic Patrick Cameron show.

Gold 2010

Gold 2010 2010 marked a very special anniversary for Patrick Cameron: 20 years of international travel and collaboration with Wella worldwide.
For the Gold collection, Patrick carefully selected ten hairstyles referencing his own iconic looks from the previous 20 years,
distilled and made fresh again, resulting in a completely new, timeless collection.

Prestige 2009

Prestige 2009 Launched in October 2008, Prestige was the ultimate collection of glamorous looks, taking inspiration from the captivating imagery of the pin-ups of the 1940s and 50s,
the exotic allure of burlesque and the effervescence of Hollywood Technicolor musicals, and re-invented a refreshing contemporary trend.
The result was a powerful combination of feminine iconic looks and highly charged seductiveness.

Red Carpet 2008

Red Carpet 2008 Patrick Cameron’s 2008 collection, Red Carpet, took inspiration from the high glamour of the red carpet.
The hair combined beautiful, sculpted shapes and intricate finishes, exploring the balance between classic styles with alternative textures,
and the contrast of hair with a sense of energy and perfect placement.

Pure 2007

Pure 2007 The mood of Pure, Cameron’s 2007 show, was one of timeless composure and restrained elegance.
With a hint of bridal, a nod to the formal debutante ball and a flirtation with cocktail fashion,
the collection was utterly feminine and one of lasting glamour.

Ladies Who Lunch 2006

Ladies Who Lunch 2006 Patrick Cameron’s 2006 collection, Ladies Who Lunch, was about luxury hair – big and chic,
and explored the stylish possibilities of the classic hot-roller set in a completely modern way.
The collection reinvented power dressing – uncompromising and expensive, with a contemporary twist.

Cream 2005

Cream 2005 Soft and feminine, with delicately placed woven strands that gently wrap around the head,
textured curls and waves were the essence of Cameron’s 2005 collection – Cream.

Provocateur 2004

Provocateur 2004 The inspiration behind Patrick Cameron’s Provocateur collection was the noir cinema of the 1940s
and the beautiful designs of Hollywood couturier Adrian. Provocateur is not a nostalgic collection,
it is a fusion of the amazing craftsmanship of the 1940s with Patrick’s contemporary techniques.

Bohemian Revolution 2003

Bohemian Revolution 2003 The 2003 collection – Bohemian Revolution – showcased Cameron’s expertise in creating alluring feminine hairstyles
that fused classic techniques such as plaiting and braiding with beautifully dressed contemporary shapes.

Visionaire 2002

Visionaire 2002 Using a combination of classic long-hair techniques, along with contemporary styling,
Cameron twisted, braided and teased hair into a collection of stunning shapes for 2002’s Visionaire,
creating a balance of contrasts that could only be described as visionary.

Night Life 2001

Urban gothic fashion reinvented. This collection was all about texture,
with dreadlocks and curls providing the texture for amazing large chignons.

Arts & Crafts 2000

The combination of different craft techniques provided the inspiration for this collection.
Weaving, braiding, twisting and zig-zag setting gave the hairstyles unique tactile textures,
which were also reflected in the beautiful costumes.

Global Tribe 1999

World travels and different ethnicities were the inspiration for this colourful collection.
Interweaving references from India, Africa and South America,
this collection was a triumph of textures, techniques and decorative elements.

Opera 1998

The theatricality of Opera was infused with a very romantic element.
Soft curls created stunning looks and a brand-new technique for extending super-long hair created a show-stopping moment.

Tango 1997

The dramatic energy of the tango provided the inspiration for this collection,
in which the hair was finger-waved and braided into beautiful tiaras and low chignons.

Tiffany 1996

Inspired by 1950s couture, these hairstyles were polished and glamorous,
with the hair worked into beautiful rolls and chignons.

Jewel 1995

Influenced by eastern aesthetics and the beautiful embellishment of Asian traditional costumes,
the hair was sculpted into beautiful conical shapes forming stunning halos.

Royal 1994

Inspired by period hairdressing and Victorian costumes,
the collection’s hair was coiled and sculpted into fantastical shapes.

References

http://myhairdressers.com/hairdressing-training/session/patrick-cameron-long-hair-dressing.html
http://www.hji.co.uk/blogs/2010/09/i-salon-international-patrick.html
http://www.estetica.it/index.php?method=section&action=zoom&id=687
http://www.walsallcollege.ac.uk/news/top-hairdresser-celebrates-college-excellence/
http://www.habia.org/index.php?page=458,535,458,1
http://www.hji.co.uk/blogs/2008/07/my-salon-international-patrick.html
http://www.hairbrained.me/video/patrick-cameron-interview-for

External links

• Patrick Cameron Hair International [1]