Tamara is a New York City-based hairstylist, wig designer, and head dress creator. Her elaborations have graced stage and screen, runway and print, as well as nightclubs and store windows. Her unique style has been seen internationally in Glamour, The New York Times, Lucky, City Search, the Knot, Town and Country, and Modern Bride, as well as in featured spots on Channel 7 News, E!, and Metro Television.
Tamara has worked for several individual designers and has collaborated for major fashion shows and on Broadway Theater throughout New York. In addition, she has transformed many local personalities and celebrities with one-of-a-kind designs for everything from private functions to the Easter Parade. From the natural to the outrageous and everything in between, hair and head dress are transformed into works of art.
Tamara feels it is important to share what we learn. In continuing to expand her versatility, she also teaches scissor shaping and the structure of creative styling to beginner hair stylists.
Working at Damian West salon keeps her in touch with the foundation of creative beautiful hair. Along with cutting and coloring, this is where Tamara works on styling for brides, special events, and custom hair extensions. Her client list ranges from the girl next door to a few from the who's who list. In the heart of New York City's West Village, Damian West was voted, "Best Salon in New York." As for Tamara, she has been cited for "truly listening to her clients" and having "hands of gold."
"Whether it be the head dress for the designer, or the head piece for the bride, or the haircut for the client, I feel that I am there to complete their picture."
A love of old Hollywood movies and inspiration by the colors and shapes in nature create the driving force behind her work.
"You can't beat Mother Nature, but you can push her. . . a little."
