Category Archives: Barbering

Industry Talks: Vanessa Hurley from Lady Barber

Hey there, Boss Babes! In honor of International Women’s Day, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredible Vanessa Hurley, a trailblazing female barber. Vanessa’s journey in the industry is not only a testament to her skills but also an inspiration for aspiring hairdressers and barbers. In this interview, we dive into the […]

Student Welcome Chats With Paul Serville

It’s such an exciting time when new students join us at Servilles Academy and we’re very lucky to have our founder Paul Serville, visit us regularly and welcome new students who have just started their course.  Mentoring and inspiring young creatives is part of Paul’s DNA and during these chats, he shares his inspiring career […]

What Nobody Tells You About a Career in Barbering

Barbering is a growing field with a rich heritage, creative freedom, and strong client demand. Whether you’re just starting or considering this career, here are some things about barbering that might surprise you. 1. It’s Not Just About the Haircut Barbering is an art form that combines technical skill with personal style. Mastering fades, scissor […]

Industry Talks: Hux Walker in Headway Magazine

We’ve loved seeing what our bubbly ex barbering student, Hux, has been doing since graduation. Now holding the impressive title of Head Barber at Studio36, he chatted to Headway Magazine about how his career started with Servilles Academy and the most important skills he learnt while studying. Hakota (Hux) WalkerHead Barber at Studio36 How did […]

Record-Breaking Barbers

Since 1955, the Guinness World Records have been the official recorders of achievements from across the globe, be that amazing human feats or extreme occurrences of the natural world. Some of the most well-known records include incredible and bizarre accomplishments such as the longest nails, the biggest (and smallest) dogs and the most burgers eaten […]