Meet the 2021/22 Hotshots Team – Scott Sheehy

In his own words, Scott Sheehy at 28 years old, is a bit of a geek and absolutely loves playing computer games such as World of Warcraft and League Of Legends! He adores ice skating too enjoying the social atmosphere it brings.

Having been in the industry for over 10 years he considers himself blessed to have started his apprenticeship at the flagship store of Toni&Guy in Paddington in 2011 with access to so many incredible educators and mentors being in the Salon and Academy.

Scott Sheehy

“I’m now working in the Toni&Guy Newtown salon and have been there since June 2020,” says Scott, “and the opportunities of being in such a wonderful career has been endless! I’ve had the privilege to educate in the academy, teaching cutting, colouring and editorial styling.”

Scott has already been featured in over 18 magazines in the past few years since immersing himself into the session industry.

In our series of Meet the 2021 Hot Shots, this month, it’s time for to meet SCOTT SHEEHY

Scott, what made you want to become a hairdresser?

I first discovered hairdressing when I was in year 12 when some friends had asked if I wanted to do Cert II in hairdressing and I thought why not? My first day in the class made me fall absolutely in love with everything hair! It was a personal discovery and never imagined being a hairdresser until I had started my course! Now in my 11th year and I’m still absolutely loving every moment of it!

What kind of hairwork is your fav and why?

My favourite type of work is Avantgarde and editorial styling! The world of Avantgarde inspires me deeply as an artist and it’s a world of complete freedom and experimentation. It feels like there is no limit as to what you can create when you get to express your heart and soul into your own work! Editorial styling also shares the same qualities due to creating a look that resonates with a well thought theme and executing a look that synergises with the total concept.

How do you manage work life balance?

I’m very lucky on the work/life balance, I’m able to manage the salon/session styling accordingly to each week. I deliberately set aside days off where I can rest my mind, body and soul to be able to be authentically there for my clients. What they say is true… if you look after yourself first you can look after others!

Who inspires you in the creative field of hairdressing and why?

That’s a tough one because there are so many incredible artists in our industry! To name a few I have had the privilege to gain knowledge from Nadia Semanic from the Toni&Guy Georges salon who has won Avantgarde hairdresser of the year a few times! Another incredible artist I look up to is Sylvestre Finold, his work feels otherworldly, absolutely exceptional and a true taste of experimentation!

If you could spend a day with anyone from a business or lifestyle mentorship perspective who would it be and why?

As of late, one of the greatest mentors to ever have in my life has passed and it would be a dream to have Dennis Langford himself take me through his famous Presentation Skills Courses once again. His tremendous presence, courageous speaking and truly empowering words will resonate with me forever. He has a soft spot in my heart and always will.

How important are competitions and awards to you?

Competitions bring out the best and worst of us. They bring out the creative flair we pour our heart and soul into especially when it comes to creating a collection and telling a story through visual imagery. Awards are milestones that we can achieve through incredible hard work and determination. Even if I do get knocked down and don’t final or win, it encourages me to keep on going and learn from it all. We never truly stop learning about art and life no matter what!

Can you tell us a little about what you are most looking forward to being a member of the Hot Shots team?

I’m looking forward to the grand expansion of my career and the opportunities that follow with being on the Hot Shots team! Never had I thought I’d get to be part of the team until I bit the bullet and had landed a spot! Seeing how the whole Covid thing goes, I’m really looking forward to doing stage work with the rest of the team to start showing the world what we’re made of!

Where do you see yourself in 10 years’ time?

In 10 years I’d love see myself being nationally and global recognised as part of the Avantgarde/session styling sector of our industry. It has been a growing dream and sometimes I don’t always know where I’m going to get to, however the journey itself changes always for the best and dreams can be achieved.