Blowouts and styling
Round-brush work, smooth finishes, curl shaping, and adding volume.
Student hairstylist - Hope, Ontario
Colour, blowouts, and careful client care.
I'm Laura Jareno Gonzalez. I'm training in the Hairstyling Program at Fleming College and building The Chikas Studio while I learn, with a focus on colour, smooth styling, and looking after the person in the chair.
2025Started at Fleming College
EN / ESConsultations in two languages
ColourStyling and toning focus
Hope, ONAvailable locally
Introduction
Still learning, and I take the chair seriously.
My goal is a junior stylist role in a salon where I can keep learning, build a regular clientele, and grow with a team. I like the whole appointment: the consultation, the work, and sending someone out happy with how they look.
I care about being prepared, communicating clearly, and keeping the appointment calm and comfortable from start to finish.
Where I'm headed
A junior stylist spot, more hands-on hours, and steady mentorship.
Talking with clients
I speak English and Spanish, so consultations stay clear and comfortable.
How I work
Prepared, organized, and focused on making the client feel comfortable.
Skills and technique
Training across the whole appointment.
Every look starts with listening: hair history, what someone's after, and how much upkeep they want. I'm most drawn to soft, wearable results that still look good in everyday life, not just in a photo.
Colour and toning
Practicing dimensional brunettes, warm blondes, coppers, and reds, and learning to tone them right.
Consultations
Going over inspiration photos, hair condition, timing, and what's realistic in one visit.
Clean and safe service
Shampoo and scalp care, sanitation, and the hygiene standards I'm learning at Fleming.
Selected work
Practice, colour work, and styling I'm proud of.
A mix of student work, practice sessions, and colour and styling I've been exploring as I build my range.
Dimensional blonde curl finish
This finish was inspired by soft salon waves: visible brightness, curl definition, and movement that still feels touchable.
Curl finishDimensionPolish
Rich red colour polish
A bold red result focused on shine, richness, and smooth styling. I wanted the colour to feel confident while keeping the shape clean and wearable.
Red colourSmooth finishShine
Glossy brunette waves
Soft waves add shape while letting the brunette shine and reflection stay the focus.
BrunetteWaves
Dimensional blonde layers
Layered movement with brightness through the mid-lengths and ends for a softer, lived-in look.
BlondeLayers
Dark layered curls
Curling and shaping practice designed to show long layers, body, and healthy-looking shine.
LayersCurling
Warm copper waves
Copper warmth creates a soft glow, with waves styled to reveal depth and tonal variation.
CopperSoft wave
Short silver finish
A short finish focused on controlled shape, texture, and a polished final silhouette.
Short hairShape
Rose brunette waves
Warm brunette colour paired with defined waves for a soft, romantic finish.
ToneMovement
Before and after
Good results start with a clear consultation.
Before-and-after is where the talking and the technique come together. I look at where the hair is starting, go over the client's inspiration, plan what's realistic for the time we have, and style it so the colour and shape are easy to see.
What I'm drawn to is salon work that feels elevated but still wearable: soft movement, warm dimension, and tone that suits the person.
Experience and references
Education and real-world experience.
Hairstyling training, hands-on practice, and a focus on client care.
Hairstyling Program, 2025-present. Cutting, styling, colour and toning, consultations, shampoo and scalp care, sanitation, and product knowledge.
Working toward my hairstyling certification through coursework and hands-on practice.
Focused on clear consultations, comfort during the appointment, and a polished final result.
Client testimonials are something I'm gathering as I build my clientele. References from school, instructors, and practice clients are available on request.
- Instructors can speak to my training, work habits, and sanitation.
- Classmates and models can speak to my reliability and progress.
- Practice clients and models can speak to my consultation style and how comfortable they felt.
Contact
Open to junior stylist roles, models, and learning opportunities.
Based in Hope, Ontario and looking for a supportive salon where I can keep learning, pull my weight on a team, and help out with content and social media. Reach out for work, modelling, or just to connect.