MAB Academy is a community led by Ana B. for beauty pros and aspiring artists that offers education, networking, events, and certifications. All in-person events are held at our MAB Studio located in Tysons Corner located at 8214 Old Courthouse Rd, Ste C, Vienna, VA 22182.
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Learn from Bridal Hair Specialist, Sarah Whittaker, as she gives a 2-hour demo of a full style from prep to finish, followed by a Q+A session. Take your artistry to the next level and upgrade to her hands-on demo! Stay for a MAB provided lunch and then get 2 hours to practice her look on your own model or mannequin.
Sarah is a bridal hair specialist celebrated for her exceptional talent in special event hairstyling. Initially embarking on a career in IT sales, she found her true passion in hairstyling, which led her to pursue and refine her skills at The Aveda Institute. Starting her journey at The Blowout Bar Salon, she spent years mastering the foundations of hair styling before focusing exclusively on bridal hair, where she truly shines.
Residing in Columbus, Ohio, Sarah expertly juggles her roles as a skilled stylist, a devoted wife, and a loving mother of two. In her leisure time, she is dedicated to staying active and recently accomplished a significant personal milestone by hiking her first 14er, Mt. Sneffels in Colorado. She’s a proud member of The Behind the Chair team, contributing for over four years, has been a three-time Oneshot Award finalist, and took on the esteemed role of judge at the first annual Beyond the Ponytail Awards. Passionate about sharing her knowledge, Sarah leads hairstyling classes, inspiring others with her expertise, creativity, and the valuable insights she’s gained throughout her career in the beauty industry.
Watch-and-Learn – $275: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Hands-On – $500: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM, includes lunch and 2 hour practice. *Please note, you must bring your own model or mannequin.