A front runner in the world of Hollywood hair, stylist Pierce Austin
has created unforgettable looks during his years in the industry. As a
celebrity barber, his work has graced the pages-and covers-of magazines
including GQ, People, Vanity Fair, Essence, Newsweek and Premiere. His
styling's can be seen on the big screen in feature films such as
"Hitch," "I, Robot," "Men In Black" and "Ali," as well as television
shows such as "Family Matters," "Melrose Place" and HBO's original
movie "Laurel Avenue." Inspired by each client's uniqueness, Austin
personalizes any given character look to compliment individual style.
With a background in graphic design, he improves the efficiency of
pre-production on movie and television sets by creating images of the
project's characters to present to directors and producers without ever
having to pick up his clippers.
Before becoming established in the industry, he first honed his
clipping skills at the Horst Cosmetology School in Minneapolis. Amidst
the rise of Black talent in the nineties, Austin moved to L.A. and held
a booth at the historic salon Winston's on Melrose. There, he had the
opportunity to shape some celebrity coifs including those of Muhammad Ali Kobe Bryant.
He met Will Smith on the set of "The Fresh Prince of Belair" in 1995, and soon
became Mr. Smith's personal barber. They have remained a team after
twenty two movies, six albums and numerous print shoots.
As a result of his work with Mr. Smith, Austin became motivated by his
extensive experience on sets. He recognized the need for an improved
creative working environment. This led to his development of a 53 ft.
hair and makeup trailer that goes with him on location. It is fully
equipped with eight stations and two bathrooms and is available for
rent when not needed on set.
With his profound creativity and versatility with clippers, Austin
crafts everything from period hair to innovative and fresh
styles-whether on a computer or in his trailer.
