We'd love to meet you!
Here you can put faces to names!
We could not feel more blessed as a business to have such a fantastic group of women working together! We consider ourselves a family, and welcome all as such who enter our salon!
Below is just a glimpse of who we are!
MARCIA METZGAR
Owner + Master Stylist
Marcia as the owner has been in the hair industry for nearly 40 years. She has a vast amount of training & experience in color, highlighting, and styling. Her career evolved from Campus Salon in the Richland Mall, to a Master Stylist at JC Penney Salon, and now as owner of Shades. She strives to offer high-quality services & product to all clients, and continued education for the entire Shades Family so that we as a whole can give you the experience you've been searching for! Roger Metzgar plays a huge role in taking care of our salon and staff.
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MINDI TAYLOR
Master Stylist
Mindi has been in the hair care industry for nearly 20 years. She has extensive cutting-edge training in all aspects of the industry. She is certified in Hot Heads Extensions. A Master Stylist for over 15 years at JC Penney, she looks forward to offering quality services and the new opportunities.
SHANNA KAPELEWSKI
Master Stylist
Shanna has been providing superior service as a stylist for more than 10 years. Her forte is in hair color, cuts, and special occasion styles. She is also certified in Hot Heads Extensions. Shanna worked as a Master Stylist at JC Penney for 8 years before joining Shades.
BROOKE HOLTZ
Esthetician + Microblading Artist
Brooke is both our esthetician + microblading artist here at Shades and Shades Forever. She has been microblading for over 2 years, and has received training Everlasting Brows - one of the most reputable companies in the microblading industry! She graduated from Altoona Beauty School in November of 2019 specializing in facials, waxing, and other high-end beauty services. Brooke is a welcoming individual that strives to provide the absolute best when it comes to her services. She is personable, honest, and very detail-oriented.
KARLI BEAM
Hairstylist
Karli has been in the beauty industry for 9 years with previous experience at JCPenny Salon & The Vault Salon & Spa before joining Shades. Her work has been featured in photo shoots, and for events at The Art Center. She specializes in all color services, and is phenomenal at bridal hair and formal styling. She strives to give each and every client an amazing and personal experience.