With twenty-five years behind the chair and more than a decade spent as an educator, national platform artist and artistic director, Elan McDowell has studied under the greats and trained a few herself. As a successful salon owner and stylist in New Canaan, CT, Known throughout the industry as a precision hair cutter, Elan believes that a foundational knowledge of the classic cutting techniques arms and inspires young stylists and defines creative expression in experienced ones.

Elan now brings her world-class educational program to Connecticut in one-day, hands-on, workshops at Studio Elan, New Canaan. Each workshop has a maximum of 6 students and begins with a demonstration and lecture followed by step-by-step cutting instruction with provided mannequins. The classes take place in a lively and supportive environment designed for maximum hands-on learning and one-on-one teaching.

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Onsite training is also available for purchase. Please note that travel and accommodations will be the responsibility of the salon owner and price per class will vary based on class size and distance traveled. For more details please call the salon at (203) 920-1010.