2-Day Colour Masterclass with Makoto Iwaya - Hands On + Look & Learn

28-29th September 10-4PM

Join world-renowned Executive Colourist Makoto Iwaya for an exclusive 2-day hands-on and look & learn seminar in Sydney. Learn precision bleach application, pigment science, advanced colour placement, and the creative philosophy behind Japanese hair design. Only 10 spots available. Scroll down to Seminar Information for our 2 day session schedule with Makoto!

Early Bird Tickets Available Until August 19th

Payment Plan Available: Pay 50% now and 50% later – email us at [email protected]

Seminar Information

What Can I Expect from this Seminar?

This immersive 2-day Hands On and Look & Learn masterclass, led by Japan’s renowned Executive Colourist Makoto Iwaya, offers a rare and powerful opportunity to explore both the fundamentals and future of hair colouring. Rooted in precision and guided by Japanese philosophy, this seminar blends technique, logic, and creative artistry to transform the way you approach colour.


Event Details

Dates: Sunday 28th September and Monday 29th September, 2025

Location: Usfin Atelier, George St, Sydney, Australia

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (both days)


Schedule


DAY 1: Hands-On Workshop (Mannequins Provided)

Master the real fundamentals that create confident, skilled colourists.

Morning:

➤ “Zero Patchiness” Bleach Application Method

➤ Achieve consistent lift with no banding—even on tricky bases.

Afternoon:

➤ Perfect Colour-on Application

➤ Dive into the theory behind formulations

➤ Learn pigment science, tone logic & developer control


DAY 2: Look & Learn (Live Model Demo)

Build on Day 1’s techniques and go deeper into Makoto’s creative process.

• Finding authentic inspiration

• Translating abstract concepts into artistic or commercial colour

• Advanced sectioning & colour blocking in action

This class is designed to help you become a more deliberate, confident, and visionary colourist.


Who’s This Seminar For?

This masterclass is designed specifically for experienced hairstylists and colourists who:

✓ Already work with bleach and colour confidently

✓ Want to sharpen their technical edge and consistency

✓ Are ready to invest in premium education that blends artistry with structure

✓ Are creatively driven and seek to elevate their colour design thinking

✓ Are looking for a global perspective on colour philosophy and execution

If you’re hungry to refine your craft and inspired to break creative ground, this is for you.


What’s In It for Me?

Foundational Mastery: Learn bleach control, pigment logic & colour-on application with mannequin practice

Creative Expansion: Explore Makoto’s signature methods for turning inspiration into usable, commercial or artistic work

Live Demonstration: Watch a full creative colour transformation unfold on a live model

Japanese Colour Logic: Discover why this methodology is globally respected, and how it translates to salon work

End-of-Day Q&A: Get to know Makoto and ask your most pressing questions and gain further clarity on technique and creative process

Lunch Included: Enjoy a catered lunch on both days, included in your ticket

Personalised Education: Limited to 10 attendees only for maximum impact and connection


Ticket Options

Early Bird (until Aug 19): $899 (save $200)

Standard Admission: $1099

Duo Bundle (2 attendees): $1998 (save $100 per ticket)

Payment Plan: Pay 50% now, 50% later – email [email protected]


Spots are strictly limited to 10. This intimate setting ensures direct access, meaningful learning, and real transformation.

Secure your place today and experience colour education like you’ve never seen before.