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THE Imaginarium OF
PIOTR AND BRUCE Welcome to Love & Dye
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robably the most eclectic and creative hair salon in the SWs. Nestled in Raynes Park, Love & Dye was started two years ago by entrepreneurs Piotr Rozanski and Bruce Cox. With 20 years of experience in the hairdressing industry, they have created a unique place which is so much more than just a hairdresser’s. “The idea was to utilize the space in creative ways to provide a cultural and social hub for the local community and for our clients”, says Piotr. First came the weekly community art classes, which run every Wednesday at 7.30pm on a pop-in basis. The group works together on a different theme each week to create fun artworks in many different media. All materials are provided for a small donation and it doesn’t matter if you’re a pro or a first time artist. Recent exhibitions by professional artists include fabulous work portraying jazz musicians by Justin Nortcott. Then came the music. Piotr and Bruce, playing guitars themselves, converted an additional space in the salon into a music studio providing one-to-one singing, guitar, drums and piano lessons by professional teachers. So if you would like to have fun learning a new instrument this is the place to start! Classes are designed to suit all levels and ages. Music is at the heart of the salon’s experience and clients can show off their skills on a grand piano while waiting for their hair service. Love & Dye organises live music events with up to 30 people in the audience. Previous performances saw soul, jazz and alternative artists. Thanks to its eco-friendly practices, Love & Dye was awarded a Green Business Certificate, and it’s now officially on the Merton Arts Trail. An inviting garden centre in front of the shop offers all sorts of plants for sale as well as beautiful, selected vintage garden furniture. Visit our eclectic hair salon for a unique experience or join us for the Wednesday art classes. *All day Christmas market 4th Dec with carols at 7pm.* 187 Worple Road, Raynes Park, SW20 8RE 020 8944 5889 Facebook: Love&Dye Hair darlingmagazine.co.uk | nov-jan 2016
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