Fernando Perez
Fernando Perez officially began his hair-styling career in 2004 when he attended cosmetology school in San Mateo, California. Having been raised into a family of stylists, it was destined that he carry-on the family art form. Fernando completed a rigorous 3-year apprenticeship at diPietro Todd Academy, and then started work at their San Francisco and Palo Alto locations. He continually attended advanced courses at Vidal Sassoon and Arrojo. His training continued in their in-house academy throughout his tenure, until he was elevated to teaching those very courses at diPietro Todd and Rene Furterersalons.
Fernando traveled across the country studying and teaching hair-cutting techniques, including working at New York Fashion Week. As an educator, he was invited into salons across America as a guest lecturer and his work has been written up in the SF Chronicle and Modern Salon.
In 2018, he opened his very own salon, Art + Gold, in Redwood City, California. The location has special meaning meaning for him, as it was his mother’s original salon for over 25 years. Now named Art + Gold Salon, he runs the business with his wife, a renowned colorist in her own right, and his two closest friends.
Fernando’s acuity for innovative styles and changing trends is fueled by his endless passion for learning. He enjoys everything from short pixies to long, beautiful layers. The artistry of hair is dear to his heart and it radiates through every guest who sits in his chair.