About Hair by Maria Esparolini
"Intent, Integrity and Passion"
Maria Esparolini is a highly regarded stylist and educator specializing in special occasion and long hair design.
With several years of experience as an educator for Aquage and Conair, she has taught advanced hair cutting and styling techniques to stylists here in the USA.
Known for her signature approach to refined, lasting, and camera-ready styles,
Maria combines artistry with technique to help stylists elevate their craft and build confidence behind the chair.
Her training includes studying under some of the industry’s most respected icons—Martin Parsons, Aquage, Patrick Cameron, Sharon Blaine, Redken,
, Pivot Point International, and Andreeva Nata-influences that have shaped her polished, detail-oriented approach to design.
Through her Special Occasion Hair & Editorial Design Classes, Maria shares not just technical skills, but the creative mindset needed to craft elegant, balanced, and wearable styles for every event.
Her teaching style is hands-on, inspiring, and focused on helping stylists unlock their full creative potential.
Private 1-1 Special Occasion Hair Classes
Course Overview
In Person 1-1 Hands on Classes 2026
In Person 1-1 Hands on Classes 2026
Get step by step guidance in a supportive, creative environment.
You'll practice techniques on mannequins and leave with the confidence to recreate styles on your own clients
The goal is to layout a foundation incorporating techniques and fundamentals, giving the artist the opportunity to create beautiful, simple, easy to execute special oc
Get step by step guidance in a supportive, creative environment.
You'll practice techniques on mannequins and leave with the confidence to recreate styles on your own clients
The goal is to layout a foundation incorporating techniques and fundamentals, giving the artist the opportunity to create beautiful, simple, easy to execute special occasion hair.
If doing bridal hair is your passion, great!
Maybe it's print, photo shoots, TV, Editorial, working with a modeling agency, stage, video or the music industry, what you learn will be your creative toolbox you take with you in any area you choose.
Join our next class and start creating head- turning hairstyles with confidence and creativity.
In Person 1-1 Hands on Classes 2026
In Person 1-1 Hands on Classes 2026
In Person 1-1 Hands on Classes 2026
(SOLD OUT) March 9, 2026
(SOLD OUT) March 23, 2026
11:00 -2:00 PM
Designed for stylists ready to elevate their formal styling confidence
You Will Learn
- Trending Half-Up
Formal Design
- Signature Trending Up Style
- Easy Techniques that can be used behind the chair across multiple styles.
- Placement, balance &
long-lasting design fundamentals
Pre
(SOLD OUT) March 9, 2026
(SOLD OUT) March 23, 2026
11:00 -2:00 PM
Designed for stylists ready to elevate their formal styling confidence
You Will Learn
- Trending Half-Up
Formal Design
- Signature Trending Up Style
- Easy Techniques that can be used behind the chair across multiple styles.
- Placement, balance &
long-lasting design fundamentals
Prepping Hair for Success
The Pliant Strength System
the best hair prep.
How to transform hair texture
- Structural backcombing for a smooth balanced finish
The foundation for ease and efficiency when styling bridal, special event and editorial hair design
How To Use Your Tools
Class Includes Take Home Kit:
*100 pcs Small Hair Elastics
*30 Pcs Bronze Bobbi Pins
*10 Long Bronze Roller Pins
*10 Pcs Long Metal Hair Clips
*Storage Box w/grid 10.4 x 6.1 x 2.1
*One Of My Favorite Products
**A Mannequin is provided for use during class
* *Certificate of Completion
This Hands-on Course is Suitable For:
Cosmetology Students
Apprentice
Licensed Hair Stylists
Seasoned Hair Stylists
Class Investment $459
***CANCELLATION POLICY
In the event of no shows or cancellations with less than 48 hours' notice, all students will be charged a non-refundable fee of $229.00
Location
Hair by Maria
@Sola Salon Studios
Studio #122
5805 State Bridge Rd
Online Class & Demos 2026
In Person 1-1 Hands on Classes 2026
Online Class & Demos 2026
ZOOM ONLINE
April 20, 2026
11:00-1:30 PM EST
Designed for stylists ready to elevate their formal styling confidence
You Will Learn
- Trending Half-Up
Formal Design
- Signature Trending Up Style
- Easy Techniques that can be used behind the chair across multiple styles.
- Prep Hair Efficiently
for best results
- Product Knowledge
- How to transform hair
ZOOM ONLINE
April 20, 2026
11:00-1:30 PM EST
Designed for stylists ready to elevate their formal styling confidence
You Will Learn
- Trending Half-Up
Formal Design
- Signature Trending Up Style
- Easy Techniques that can be used behind the chair across multiple styles.
- Prep Hair Efficiently
for best results
- Product Knowledge
- How to transform hair texture
- Structural backcombing for a smooth balanced finish
- Special Techniques
for fine slippery &
low-density hair.
You will learn two styles, but more importantly, techniques that allow you to create multiple designs!
Style along or watch and ask questions.
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What They are Saying
Jeremey
Jeremey
Jeremey
Maria empowered me with the confidence and knowledge to craft an outstanding upstyle, and she also assisted me in establishing a foundation for various styles and techniques that enhance my comfort and professionalism as a stylist.
Donna
Jeremey
Jeremey
Maria, Thank you so much for putting together such an informative class, so relevant to today’s
Formal styles with a vintage twist. Your techniques were fresh and easy to execute, and the way you explain balance just makes it make sense.
Donna Miller
Donna Hair Studio
Steve
A wonderful day with Maria.
An incredible teacher that is eager to share her knowledge.
She is so humble, giving credit to her mentors.
She wanted to share all her knowledge.
I only wish I would have had several days to soak up everything.
Maria, I cannot thank you enough for your kindness, generosity and humble spirit.
I hope to train with you again.
Sylvia
I met Maria, and she is absolutely amazing -full of knowledge about updos and incredibly charming.
She made me feel completely at ease, answering all my questions with enthusiasm.
She demonstrated three stunning updos, showcasing her expertise.
I replicated her updos as accurately as I could, and I think I did a pretty good job.
I am excited to take more classes with her in the future because I feel more confident than ever about exploring new styles for special occasions.
I whole heartedly recommend Maria-she's fantastic.