We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Aaron Norris. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Aaron below.

Aaron, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. Earning a full time living from one’s creative career can be incredibly difficult. Have you been able to do so and if so, can you share some of the key parts of your journey and any important advice or lessons that might help creatives who haven’t been able to yet?

Yes i have been fortunate enough to be able to earn a living from my creative work. Having a background in videography and photography. Barbering was somthing i did while attending college at UNIVERSITY OF MOUNT OLIVE. i was cutting hair for my teammates and guys in the dorms as well as other teams, it was that connection and clientele out of school that helped me continue my practice. Fast fowarding to my Barber School days over at Wake Tech, with the love of photogrphy and video it was then when i began making videos and content provinding a sense of hollywood “Lights,camera, action”. six months in i became sponsored by a brand called “cremo” recognizing the skills infront and behind the camera i slowly started to see more and more success the further i pushed my creative process. After finishing barber school i went to my first shop, continuing my growth as a barber and determind to become “successful” i had got an oppertunity to show case at a barber event which is what lead my talents to mr. Pompadour. shortly after being there i landed my biggest endeavor. which was an endorsed artist position under the brand named “Electric London” based out of the UK. Now in present time i travel every 3 months to London england Cutting hair creating content and videos for this brand!

Aaron, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

i am a Barber Based out of raleigh nc 29 years young licensed for 3.5 years

For Those of you who don’t know me!
My name is Aaron, im a barber based out of Raleigh NC, Inspired by UK Fashion/Haircuts.
I Focus on two main aspects which are: Intergrading Barbering & Digital media, as well as a heavy Focus on Blending clipper work into shears.

Any stories or insights that might help us understand how you’ve built such a strong reputation?

Social media helped me tremendously! as well as that personal connection i and with my different groups of people
Gym/ Soccer/ Going out/ The camera world/ Vintage clothing/ Being active in any community and letting people know what i do and finding those commonalities.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

Seeing a vision make into reality based off of a song, haircut, clothes, and scenes. as well as being able to bless and solve peoples hair problems. being that hero to them. and just providing s space where you can be yourself chillout talk some trash laugh. and enough a good cut.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://linktr.ee/Aaron_Norris
• Instagram: @_shearperfection
• Youtube: shearperfection