We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Maria LoVullo a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.
Maria, appreciate you joining us today. Did you always know you wanted to pursue a creative or artistic career? When did you first know?
When I first started cosmetology school I was in a place where I didn’t know what I wanted out of my career or where it would lead me. I wasn’t an artist, I could barely draw a simple circle. The beauty behind art is what gravitated me towards the beauty industry. Hair wasn’t a one-size-fits-all when it comes to the art created behind the chair. I wanted to create something that helped change people in a positive way.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
I started cosmetology school in 2017 after moving to Charleston, SC with my mom. Shortly after getting licensed I was ready to be behind the chair. I’ve been with Harlow Salon going on 6 years. I’m the manager of Harlow and stylist. I specialize in custom color, blonding, men and woman’s hair, versatile haircuts. Over the years I have grown my relationships and communication with clients. Creating a comfortable and safe atmosphere. I think what sets me apart from others is the personable relationships I’ve built with my clients, while being able to bring joy to their individual beauty. I enjoy hearing their stories and taking something from the topics they share. I am most proud of the woman that I’ve become from learning from my clientele and experiencing my journey with them. You guys really are the ones teaching me about growth. I want my potential clients to know I am here for them and more than happy to achieve their beauty goals.
What do you think is the goal or mission that drives your creative journey?
My participle goal that drives me to be a creative stylist is the joy I see through my clientele. Seeing clients happy about the way they look and feel has always been my purpose for being a stylist. This is my creative journey that I feel I was made to do.
In your view, what can society to do to best support artists, creatives and a thriving creative ecosystem?
In my point of view, society is supporting artist and small businesses now more than ever. I am so grateful to be apart of the social media take off with small businesses. We are now able to connect and sell products online. Sharing others products, collabs with other retailers, small business owners, hairstylist, make up artist, etc. it is easy to connect through social media for your creative businesses. For myself posting my work has been rewarding because others can view my work and appreciate it, while spreading the word to others.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://linktr.ee/rialovullo
- Instagram: @doinhairhoney
Image Credits
Self