Mariana Ruiz, Master Stylist

Location: Cutting Image Salon | Parktowne
Specialties: Cutting, Styling, Color
Professional Since: 2006
Cutting Image Professional Since: February 2008
Education: Paul Mitchell Hair School, Training with Goldwell, TIGI, L'Oreal & Rejuvenol What is one thing your cannot live without?: My Mom (Love her!), My scissors and my comb
FAVORITE
Place to Shop: Target... I'm not really a shopper
Vacation Spot: Anywhere that there is sun and large bodies of water
Phrase to Say: "I love it!"
Drink: Sprite

"I'm weird, goofy and I laugh a lot! I chose Cutting Image Salon because they took a chance on me and hired me!"

Elizabeth Evers, Master Stylist

Location: Cutting Image Salon | Parktowne
Specialties: Hair Color, Eyebrow Shaping/Waxing, Haircuts
Professional Since: June 2003
Cutting Image Professional Since: February 2009
Education: Coyahoba Valley Career Center - Cosmetology, Training in Goldwell, TIGI, L'Oreal
What is one thing your cannot live without?: My family
FAVORITE
Place to Shop: DSW
Vacation Spot: Punta Cana
Phrase to Say: "That's awesome!"
Drink: Ginger Ale

"I am loyal, a good listener, and I love to eat! If I could meet anyone it would be George Clooney. I choose to be a part of Cutting Image Salon because of the modern look and the vibe."

Rachel Senecal, Master Stylist

Location: Cutting Image Salon | Huntersville
Specialties: Men's & Women's Haircuts, Hair Color, Highlights, Brazilian Keratin Treatments, Updos
Professional Since: 2005
Cutting Image Professional Since: April 2009
Education: VCC
What is one thing your cannot live without?: Accessories
FAVORITE
Place to Shop: Guess
Vacation Spot: Anywhere away from here... I make the best of wherever I go!
Phrase to Say: "Really?!"
Drink: Starbucks White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino

"I chose Cutting Image Salon because they offer an upscale high end salon feel, but the prices are very reasonable. I love working with hair color and highlights, but one thing that no one can believe is that I have never colored my hair!"

Amber Ramey, Senior Stylist

Location: Cutting Image Salon | Parktowne
Professional Since: 2009
Cutting Image Professional Since: 2009
Education: AVEDA Institute, Goldwell, TIGI, AVEDA
What is one thing your cannot live without?: Music
FAVORITE
Place to Shop: Anywhere that sells shoes
Vacation Spot: Depends on the season, but NYC has a special place in my heart
Phrase to Say: “Your killing me smalls.”
Drink: Caramel Soy Latte, but Orange Juice is a close second

“I chose Cutting Image Salon because of the team oriented atmosphere - it’s not cut-throat. If I could meet anyone it would be Ani DiFranco.I have a slight obsession with vintage motorcycles and I’m pretty sure I was meant to live in a past decade... like the 80’s. But they wouldn’t be able to handle me...”

Toni Hunt, Junior Stylist

Location: Cutting Image Salon | Huntersville
Professional Since: 2008
Cutting Image Professional Since: March 2011
Education: Metropolitan Hair Institute
What is one thing your cannot live without?: Hair Products
FAVORITE
Place to Shop: bebe, Sephora and Victoria's Secret
Vacation Spot: Anywhere I can get a tan!
Phrase to Say: “Hey doll!”
Drink: Dr. Pepper

“I chose Cutting Image Salon because of the atmosphere, team work, focus on education and because I believe it is the best! I'm very proud of my Native American heritage- Tribe Lumbee. I was born and raised in Charlotte, NC. You might be shocked to know that I'm not a natural blonde!" 

Miranda Bonds, Junior Stylist

Location: Cutting Image Salon | Huntersville
Specialties: Cutting, Color, Texture Services and Updo's
Professional Since: 2010
Cutting Image Professional Since: April 2011
Education: Rowan Cabarrus Community College
What is one thing your cannot live without?: My purse and my family
FAVORITE
Place to Shop: Target, any Beauty Supply Store, Ross
Vacation Spot: Beach
Phrase to Say: “Are you serious”
Drink: Caffeine

“I chose Cutting Image Salon because of the atmosphere, the people here and the training provided. I'm a laid back sweet person who is very organized, family oriented and outgoing. I love special occasions!" 

Tairica Ryals, Senior Stylist

Location: Cutting Image Salon | Huntersville
Specialties: Cutting, Blow Outs, Color & Texture Services and anything fun!
Professional Since: 1998
Cutting Image Professional Since: February 2011
Education: Carolina Beauty College
What is one thing your cannot live without?: My kids and my wigs!
FAVORITE
Place to Shop: Lane Bryant, Old Navy, The Children's Place
Vacation Spot: Any clean beach
Phrase to Say: “Don't you just love that.”
Drink: Sweet Tea

“I chose Cutting Image Salon because of the continuing education and laid back atmosphere. Everyone here is so nice!"

Stacia Barnick, Senior Stylist

Location: Cutting Image Salon | Gastonia
Specialties: Color, Keratin Treatments, Blow Drys, Textured Hair & Brow Waxing
Professional Since: 2008
Cutting Image Professional Since: 2011
Education: Empire Beauty School, Training in Goldwell, L'Oreal, AVEDA
What is one thing your cannot live without?: My family (Dogs included!)
FAVORITE
Place to Shop: Target
Vacation Spot: Newport, Rhode Island
Phrase to Say: “My pleasure.”
Drink: Mountain Dew

“I chose Cutting Image Salon because I enjoy the intimate atmosphere of the working environment. I am also a fan of the L'Oreal Professional Color line. My favorite part of being a Stylist is being able to express my creativity! In the past, I have had pink, purple and blue in my hair!" 

Tiffany Lowrance, Junior Stylist

Location: Cutting Image Salon | Parktowne
Specialties: Cutting, Color & Styling
Professional Since: 2010
Cutting Image Professional Since: 2011
Education: Kemon Hair Institute
What is one thing your cannot live without?: My Mother
FAVORITE
Place to Shop: Anywhere with cheap shoes
Vacation Spot: Anywhere with water
Phrase to Say: “Girl" (with the head snap)
Drink: Dr. Pepper

“I chose Cutting Image Salon because of the great team that they have. They gave me a chance to show who I really am and a chance to succeed in my career. I am a very fun and happy person- I love to laugh but I also have a soft side."

Sarah Roger, Senior Stylist

Location: Cutting Image Salon | Parktowne
Specialties: Hair Coloring, Cutting & Styling
Professional Since: 2008
Cutting Image Professional Since: 2009
Education: AVEDA Institute, Goldwell, Tigi, L'Oreal Professional
What is one thing your cannot live without?: Family
FAVORITE
Place to Shop: H&M when I can find one
Vacation Spot: Anywhere sunny
Phrase to Say: “You know what I mean"
Drink: Iced Coffee

“I chose Cutting Image Salon because I like the team atmosphere. I'm always striving to learn new things and stay current."

Christan Heffner, Junior Stylist

Location: Cutting Image Salon | Huntersville
Specialties: Hair Cuts, Hair Color & Blondes
Professional Since: 2009
Cutting Image Professional Since: 2011
Education: Paul Mitchell School, L'Oreal Training
What is one thing your cannot live without?: My hubby
FAVORITE
Place to Shop: Body Central
Vacation Spot: I just like to get away! Who cares where it's at.
Phrase to Say: “Everything happens for a reason"
Drink: Sweet Tea

“I am sweet, caring and bubbly! I chose Cutting Image Salon because it's professional, yet laid back. The salon is beautiful, and everyone is so helpful. We truly are a team!" 

Shannon Braggs, Junior Stylist

Location: Cutting Image Salon | Gastonia
Specialties: Cuts, Color & Updos
Professional Since: 2010
Cutting Image Professional Since: 2011
Education: Paul Mitchell the School, L'Oreal Training
What is one thing your cannot live without?: My family
FAVORITE
Place to Shop: Children's Place
Vacation Spot: The Beach
Phrase to Say: “Negative, Ghost Rider"
Drink: Cheerwine

“I chose Cutting Image Salon because of the exciting and welcoming atmosphere. I love the L'Oreal product line and continued education offered. Sometimes the music moves me, and I sing and dance along!"