Meet Bobby, our master stylist and manager at Artisan Barber, whose journey through the world of hair and style is as layered as the cuts heโs known for. Raised in Bergenfield, NJ, Bobby has a natural love for all things stylish and classic. He fondly remembers his hometownโs famous skating spot, The Rink, where locals would rub elbows with celebrities. For Bobby, that nostalgic energy and sense of community resonate even now in his approach to styling, where each client is given the spotlight.
Bobbyโs hair journey began in 2006 in California, where he started as a licensed cosmetologist. He loved the creative process but quickly realized his passion didnโt lie in coloring, which was the focal point of many salon jobs. โI know stylists who only do color and donโt even own scissors!โ Bobby laughs. His true calling was haircuts and stylesโespecially those that let him sculpt and shape with scissors. Transitioning to New York in 2015, Bobby embraced his role as a master of precision scissor work, bringing California cool and East Coast classic together in his technique. Now, after nearly two decades in the industry, heโs known for his expertise in long scissor cuts, and heโs particularly skilled at creating effortless looks for curly and wavy hair.
While Bobby is a master stylist in every sense, he isnโt a licensed barber, as barbers are trained specifically for services like straight-razor shaves, which cosmetologists donโt typically perform. His cosmetology license focuses on cutting, styling, and color, though he transitioned fully into cutting and styling when he moved to NYC. Bobbyโs specialty is all-scissor cutsโan approach that brings precision and flow to longer and textured hair. But donโt be mistaken: heโs skilled with clippers as well, creating seamless blends when the look calls for it. Itโs this versatility that makes Bobbyโs cuts stand out, blending elements of both cosmetology and barbering into every look he creates.
For men, Bobby loves designing shaggy, beach-inspired wave cuts or a classic side part, styles he feels bring timeless appeal. For women, heโs drawn to the elegance of classic bobs and long, cascading layers that add volume and life to every look. And if youโre up for something bolder, heโs thrilled to see mullets and wolf cuts making a comeback, saying with a grin, โIโd love to see more spiky, โ70s-inspired mullets.โ
Outside of Artisan Barber, Bobby loves NYCโs nightlife and creative scene, especially when vintage shopping for Halloween or events. โGoing out with friends, sometimes getting my dance onโ itโs nice to get out,โ he adds. This energy shows up in his work, too, where heโs known to bring fresh inspiration from city life into each haircut he gives.
If youโre looking to transform your look, Bobbyโs extensive experience and refined scissor technique make him the perfect stylist to bring your vision to life. From classic, tailored styles to textured, laid-back waves, his approach is all about blending NYCโs edge with a timeless feel. Book a session with Bobby at Artisan Barber to experience the skill and creativity of a true styling master!
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