Red Union Hair Salon – San Francisco

Held in the Recital Hall at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music on 50 Oak St in San Francisco on Saturday, March 6 at 5:00pm.

Sonja Krenek, Soprano, Master of Music Recital with Mai-Linh Pham on Piano.

Free Admission.

Featuring music by Handel, Schubert, Ravel, Rachmaninoff, Britten and Barber.

About Sonja Krenek:
Growing up in Eureka, California, Sonja Krenek was very involved in music, even at a young age. She studied several instruments, including piano, flute, oboe, and the alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones. Ms. Krenek also performed in many classical and jazz bands, and orchestras, including the All-State Honor Band and Orchestra and those at Eureka Senior High School.

Ms. Krenek attended the University of California, Irvine, where she earned her Bachelor of Music Degree in 2008. During her time there she performed such roles as Musetta in a performance of the third act of La Bohème, La Ciesca in Gianni Schicchi and Monica in The Medium. She also performed as Christine in an excerpted version of The Phantom of the Opera for the Orange County Philharmonic Society.

After graduating, Sonja moved to San Francisco to pursue her Master of Music Degree at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. In 2009, during her first year of study, she won second place in the Vocal Concerto Competition. She then went on to win the competition in 2010 and was cast as Anne Trulove in the school’s 2010 production of The Rake’s Progress.

Sonja has spent several summers participating in performance programs. In 2005 she was involved with the Opera festival di Roma where she sang La Prima Conversa in Suor Angelica as well as in the chorus for Le Nozze di Figaro. Ms. Krenek also attended SongFest in 2006 and 2009, where she had the opportunity to be involved in scene performances, singing such characters as Fiordiligi in Così fan tutte and Pamina in Die Zauberflöte. She has performed in many Master Classes with such great artists as Stephanie Blythe, Luana De Vol, Martin Katz, Margo Garrett, Elizabeth Futral, Amy Burton, Mark Morash, Frans Boerlager, Victoria Litherland and Angela Brown. Sonja has also been a finalist in competitions such as Tomorrow’s Stars and the Holt Memorial Scholarship.

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 About the Artist:
Greg Wilkie was born in Albany, NY in 1948. He spent a great deal of his youth in self-isolation, working on his drawings and water-color paintings or practicing magic. He studied mechanical drawing and art all through school and was frequently advanced to the next level. Looking back, he realized he missed out on some basic techniques since his works gave the appearance of a trained artist. Thus he worked harder outside of class to catch up. His mother recognized his talent early on and encouraged him to become a commercial artist. He could not envision such a career since there were many times he just didn’t feel like painting! And, he liked to create his own work, not what someone else told him to produce.
His mother entered many of his works in the County Fairs where he frequently received first place awards.
 
Unfortunately, his early works and awards were destroyed when his parents home burned to the ground. For years afterwards he shied away from painting and focused instead on the art of magic.
 
Reality of Life
Mr. Wilkie enlisted in the Navy at 17 and served two tours of duty in Vietnam where the idyllic life of youth suddenly evaporated. It was during that time that he became aware of the fleeting nature of life. When he returned to civilian life, nothing was the same. His older brother died suddenly in 1972 followed by his father in 1975. The compound trauma sent him into the throes of depression. He spent two decades searching for purpose in his life. While on his quest, he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Administration of Justice, a Masters in Public Administration, worked as a laborer, ambulance driver, police officer, window washer, long-haul truck driver, a BART train operator and magician. None of these activities fulfilled his soul.
 
Rebirth of the Painter
Mr. Wilkie regained his passion for painting while watching water-color artists in Thailand while he and his family were touring Southeast Asia performing magic. He was intrigued by the simplicity of the palm tree and ocean scenes and the artists’ ability to produce them quickly and with ease. Nothing ever came that easily to him.
 
He immediately got to work, sitting for hours on the floor, with brushes, paints and paper. So ended his magic interlude and the four year tour of Southeast Asia. He and his family returned to United States and made their home in California.
 
Finding Acrylics
Mr. Wilkie discovered acrylic paints and realized he had found his medium of choice. He could blend the techniques of both water-color and oil painting. He has painted on a variety of supports including glass, wood, canvas, paper and most recently mat board. He is on a quest to find durable supports that will last long into the future…
 
Mr. Wilkie is ever-concerned about preserving his works. His goal is to leave pieces of himself behind so that his descendants will be able to see the life he lived through his eyes. For him, there is only the reality of what was and what is in the moment. In his view, life is real—and that’s the way he paints it.

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Red Union Salon is seeking talented stylists for an awesome upscale Union Street location. We are looking for highly skilled, motivated and reliable individuals. You need to “rock” at color and cutting techniques. Have at least two years of experience, some clientele and be a motivated self starter.

We provide you with:
– full time reception
– 24/7 booking service
– back bar
– towel service
– beverages for your clients….

Your work station is very large with lots of natural sun light great for color. We are located on the second floor overlooking Union Street.

We share all walk-ins.

This is a very fun environment! We joke, play great music and are passionate about doing “amazing hair for our clients”. If you are passionate about hair and life check us out. Please call Erika at 415-332-5450 for interview.

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Red Union Hair Salon
1996 Union Street
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 567-5656

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Red Union Hair Salon is located near these zip codes:
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Artistry meets wearability!

Katherine Sawyer brings a keen eye and great skill, developed from many years of experience and advanced training, to her hair designs. Katherine began her career at age 19 assisting some of the best hairstylists and colorists in the area and her training includes hair academies in Paris and London as well as being a Framesi certified Master Colorist. Katherine has styled hair for large runway shows, television and video, including ABC Rocks and even a Billy Preston video for his song And Dance.

Katherine owned and operated Dava Dava Hair Salon on Union St for 15 years before deciding to let that go and focus solely on her clients. She has performed at hair shows, taught large styling classes for clients and cutting classes for stylists, and trained her own assistants that went on to open salons of their own. Katherine works exclusively with Framesi and Redken color lines and has developed a unique highlighting technique she calls Double Blonde that gives maximum natural blonde results.

Katherine currently divides her time between San Francisco and Oakland to better serve her Bay Area clientele.

Hours:
San Francisco – Red Union Hair Salon
Sundays from 12 and Tuesdays 11:30-7:30

Oakland – Right Angle Salon, 310 Forest St
Wednesdays and Saturdays 11-7

Booking number for both locales:
510-316-7236

To learn more:
web.me.com/katherinesawyer

Join Katherine’s email list:
katherinesawyer@me.com

Comments or questions are welcome.

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Elena started her 15-year career as hairstylist in Los Angeles. Being a “wide eyed” young hairdresser she tried to get involved with all the creative outlets this profession has to offer.

Her work includes, hair and make up on a number of Movie projects for students at AFI, LA Women’s Theater Shakespeare Company. Appearances on “Fashion Emergency” for E!, as well as hair and make up for runway shows, Advertising Adds for “Sky Vodka”, and a “Bel Aire Bridal Veils” Catalogs. Her work was featured in Hispanic Magazine, Modern Bride and Modern Salon.

Her Advance training with Vidal Sassoon, Sebastian, TIGI inspired her to become a artistic team member for “Fashion formulas by Ecoly”, which took her to hair show platforms all over USA as well as Japan. Originally from Russia she brings different look on fashion, hair, relationships and life in general.

“I always try to strive for balance. I still very much enjoy doing freelance, creative, and at times outrageous projects… Still, some of the most inspirational Subjects are my clients! I love seeing people feel confident and sassy and it brings me great pleasure to be responsible in some way… Very excited to become part of the team at the Red Union Salon, can’t wait to see you here soon!” –Elena

Comments or questions are welcome.

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Votes are in and tallied. This year San Francisco Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology swept the contest both in participation and in winners.

Thank you everyone for participating. Fun was had by all. This contest always gets everyone in the Halloween spirit. A special thanks to Michael Addario for such great photos! If you would like a professional copy or check out his work at:
AddarioPhotography.com

“Cheshire Cat” by Megan Cavalli placed 1st. Her inspiration was Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland” with Johnny Depp.

2nd place was Robyn Gabo with “Phantom of the Opera”. Again, San Francisco Institute Of Esthetics and Cosmetology. Robyn got her wish of wanting to win this year. Twice.

3rd place (tie) with “IT” by Gracy Phillips from Zenzi’s School of Beauty.

3rd place (tie) Akiha Imazu with Myrtle from the “Great Gatsby” with the Cinta Aveda Institute.

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San Francisco artist Katie Callahan grew up in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina. Katie attended Appalachian State University and graduated with a Political Science degree.

Katie also works with local non-profits, studies Russian, and is applying to Law School. For more information, see Katie’s website Kallahan Works.

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Our current featured artist is Greg Wilkie.

Read our fabulous hair salon review, My Sexy San Francisco Haircut on San Francisco is Sexy.

Red Union Salon is located in the heart of Union Street in San Francisco, California. You’ll find it’s a wonderful place for getting your haircut, colored, or styled, as well as a great place to shop, catch a movie, or enjoy any of the fantastic restaurants in the area.

Check out the latest hair salon reviews on CitySearch! and Yelp!

Red Union Salon was founded in October of 2003. When you visit, we want you to feel at home, where you can be spoiled, relaxed in your chair. Red Union Salon uses the best products available including Phyto, Logics for Matrix, Redken, and Goldwell.

Our stylists are very passionate about your hair and about pleasing you. So relax, have a beverage and trust us to make beauty happen!

– Erika, Carlo, Jonathan, Elena, Katherine and Emily.

Comments or questions are welcome.

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We are turning heads.  Severed heads that is.  The salon is  located on the second floor on Union  Street and Buchanan in San Francisco.  Mannnequin/Severed heads peaking out at you as you are walking by.  

26 amazingly talented stylists was the count for last years heads.  Each head  a piece of art itself. What an amazing show.  With cash prizes and awards 4 beauty schools  participating.  

This  year  we would like  to also extend  the  invitation to some of the the best Hair salons  in San  Francisco to compete as well.  Who will win?  Who has  the passion?  Robyn Parish, Placement leader of San Francisco Institute of  Esthetics and Cosmetology said” We want to WIN this time!”  

I was honored  to get a call from Zenzie herself excited to participate  again this year.  

Who else has the courage to compete?  

Interested parties please contact Erika Redding. 

The premise “Amazing hair and  make-up”.  Anything goes, from outright stunning, funny,  thought provoking, to scary, ghoulish…  You get the idea.

1st   Prize   200.00
2nd  Prize   100.00
3rd   Prize     50.00

We invite the  public as well as other salons and schools to vote starting October 14, 2009. 

Stop by any time and cast your vote. Voting will close October 30, 2009 at 5 PM.  Winners will be announced on Halloween!
  
See last year’s Halloween Severed Head contest winners:
 
First Prize was swept away by two thirds of the votes. “Marie Antoinette” who was actually be-headed in real life. A very fitting candidate for a severed head contest. She was done by Loren Laughlin from Miss Marty’s School of Beauty. Loren received a 200.00 Dollar cash prize.

Second Prize was taken by Kate Dewald who entered “Beauty School Drop-out”. We all know and remember “Grease”. This girl is an amazing talent and will not go back to High School! Kate received a 100.00 dollar cash prize.
 
Third Prize went to Tim Hutton who did Abandon a very majestic biblical figure. Tim, a very talented stylists who knows his worth was the only one to price his exhibition like a true artist.



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