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Ira Pope Sage and Mark Bunkall-Upcoming Education

Ira Pope Sage and Mark Bunkall, the guys behind Epic Hair Movement, will be at Federico presenting an advanced cutting class. The are known for their unique approach to learning and passion for the industry.What is the philosophy behind Epic Hair Movement? Epic Hair Movement is about creating healthy positive relationships. We are about sharing

Alumni Spotlight- Robert Padilla

Robert Padilla graduated in 2012 and is currently employed as an assistant at AJF Salon. We caught up with Robert to find out how things have been going since he left Federico. What has been the biggest opportunity you have been given since graduating Federico? My job at AJF Salon has been my biggest opportunity.  The

Theatrical & Prosthetic Makeup Education

Each year Federico students learn theatrical and prosthetic makeup as a part of their regular curriculum to prepare for the Halloween season. We sat down with Sativa Dimas who is heading up the education for these highly anticipated classes in 2013 to get all the “gory” details. What was the inspiration for the look in

Educator Spotlight: Carrie Caluya

Carrie Caluya is heading up our newest program, Barbering.  Carrie began her career as a hairdresser 13 years ago during which time she also obtained her barbering license.  Having educated for the past 12 years, Carrie makes an excellent addition for our educational team.   What inspired you to be a barber? I’ve always wanted

Chalk It Up

Chalk-It-Up! to Sacramento is a nonprofit organization created to benefit children’s arts education and art activities. Funds are raised through an annual chalk art and music festival That has been held each Labor Day Weekend since 1991. The festival features over 200 sidewalk paintings created at the festival by local artists who donate their time,

Federico Grand Re-Opening

August 18, 2013 marked the official Grand Re-Opening of Federico which encompasses Federico Cosmetology,  Federico Esthetics,  Federico Barbering and Federico Advanced. We hosted over 300 salon professionals, students, and alumni in our newly renovated space to commemorate this milestone. Within our newly expanded space, we are pleased to offer education on all levels to local