James Mac has been living in Bangkok, Thailand since 2003, where he is a creative force and entrepreneurial live-wire. With over 20 years in the hair industry, James’ professional experience ranges from stylist to educator to product representative to salon owner. His reputation hinges on a signature style that blends his L.A. roots and classical training with inspiration from the contemporary creative culture of his adopted home. After several years in the SE Asia region, James has helmed several successful partnerships with international colleagues, amassed a loyal following of clients from diverse industries, styled for publications, TV, and live shows, judged top style competitions, and developed creative branding that reflects a beat on contemporary style culture, an intuition for what’s next, and a keen ability to understand and interpret client needs.

In his own words, “I don't see myself as a hairdresser, but as an artist who is a creative stylist. I don't think of what I do as work, but something I love to do for others to enjoy.”

“My philosophy, which was passed on to me by someone I hold in high esteem, is direct and simple. I value my philosophy as the foundation of my work, which I continue to share with my clients as a stylist, salon owner and with my students, as a creative educator and salon consultant .”

“Quality is not based on time and quantity is not our goal. It’s not about the quantity of work that we do, but rather the quality of the work we provide. Because with quality will come quantity”

James Mac