Here's the "nut shell" version of me, Paige Peterson. I'm 37 years old, I've never been married (haven't met the right man) and I don't have any children. I was born in Fort Dodge, Iowa and grew up in Wyoming. I attended the University of Arizona in Tucson where I received my Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Theatre. Two weeks after graduating from the University I moved to Los Angeles. I had never visited the city, but knew I needed to move there to grow and to work in the entertainment industry. I worked on the television show, "Chicago Hope" for two years and then worked for the Sundance Institute and Sundance Film Festival. Living and working in in Los Angeles taught me a lot about myself and those around me. I learned who my true friends were and are, that ego can get in the way of success and that "trying" is better than "not trying AND then having regret". After 7 years in L.A. I moved back to Arizona to be closer to my family.
Family is the most important thing in my life. I come from two wonderful parents who have been married for 46 years...rare in this day and age. They have taught me so much about what unconditional love can be. They have taught me to trust my instincts, happiness is a choice we make for our lives and that I can always count on them. I feel lucky to have come from such a solid background and to know that I'm truly loved.
I hope this gives some insight as to who I am. I'm a good person, strong and determined and ready for my next chapter/adventure/journey. I do hope that Spread the Love in in my next chapter. Here are the answers to learn more about why I want to be a part of this amazing opportunity.
1. Why do you want to be a part of Spread the Love?
Opportunity, opportunity and more opportunity! I want to learn from industry professionals, meet and help people, travel the country and develop my skills as a hairdresser. I love to learn!
2. What does it mean to you to be a hairdresser?
This answer is an easy one for me. I get to be an ARTIST, I get to help others and I get to be happy. I feel that being happy is one of the greatest success in life. Hairdressing is one of my passions. Passion + Hairdressing = Happy
3. What would your best friend say about you?
My best friend would say I'm funny, caring, a hard worker. Also, that I have a contagious laugh. Once I get laughing, most people follow suit.
4. Who is your biggest inspiration?
My family. They support and love me no matter what I do. They give me the "launching pad" to accomplish anything I put my mind to. I'm forever grateful to my family and consistently inspired by their love.
5. When do you feel most creative?
I feel most creative when I'm creating something new...hair design, painting, make-up, etc. I know when I'm in the "creative process" because it begins to feel like, what I call, a "moving meditation". I love and live for those moments. I feel truly alive in those moments.
6. Where do you look for inspiration?
Dreams, nature, film, theatre, art, music. Inspiration is in the everyday. I always get goose bumps when I have inspiration moments.
7. What is your favorite classic hair style and why?
It's kind of funny and simple, but I like the "pony tail". The pony tail can be classic, playful, messy, sleek, etc. The pony tail can also be the start of a great hair design. It's a fun, classic design that will always be reinvented into something new.
8. What do you hope to get out of this journey?
I hope to get a greater understanding of the industry as a whole, to be trained in Matrix products (I'd love to be a Matrix educator), to help other's along the way, make new connections and network and to become an even better version of myself.
9. If you could have dinner with an industry celebrity or Icon, who would it be, and why?
Vidal Sassoon. He's in innovator, an artist and just cool. I had the pleasure of watching the Documentary "Vidal Sassoon The Movie" and was inspired by his life, determination and artistry.
10. If you could make one change in the world, what would it be and why?
*Stepping onto my Soap Box* I would like it to be mandatory that all pets be spade or neutered unless you are a registered breeder. I'm a huge animal lover!!! There are too many homeless pets in the world. Spaying or neutering not only helps the pet population, but also improves the general health of the pet. I had adopted an older dog nine years ago who later developed breast cancer. She was 6 or 7 years of age when I adopted her and had been through many heat cycles and had many litters. She was fixed before I adopted her. I learned from research and from my Veterinarian that the earlier you "fix" your pet it lessens their chances of developing breast or testicular cancer. My "Daughter dog, Maggie was cancer free when she passed away and battled breast cancer like a champ. Animals are so precious and give their owners unconditional love. Owners need to unconditionally love their pets back. I feel that if someone wants to be a pet owner they should be responsible and give the pet the best care, home and health possible. *Stepping off Soap Box* Thank you. :)
