Inked with Purpose: Simon’s Journey to Tattoo Artistry at Vadelma Tattoo

Meet Simon of Vadelma Tattoo, a tattoo artist with a unique path to his craft. Starting from a technical background and a family business, he found his true calling in the art of tattooing. In this interview, Simon shares how his early love for tattoos, combined with his precision skills, led to opening his own […]

“Kindred Kuts is all about creating a safe, inclusive space where everyone feels like family.” – Gray, Founder of Kindred Kuts

Meet Gray, one of the first members of our Bilderdijkstraat community. As the visionary founder of Kindred Kuts, the first and only queer barbershop in the Netherlands, Gray has revolutionized the traditional barbershop experience. With a commitment to creating a safe, inclusive space where everyone feels like family, Gray’s innovative approach and dedication to community […]

Brazilian Touch: Aline’s Journey from International Relations to Beauty Success

Today, we’re excited to share the story of Aline, the founder of Brazilian Touch. Aline made a bold career switch from international relations to opening her own beauty salon. Her journey shows the power of following your passion and adapting to new challenges. Explore Aline’s path and learn how she built her successful business in […]

Oksana’s Leap: From IT to Dream Salon

Meet Oksana, whose journey from the tech sector in Ukraine to the heart of Amsterdam encapsulates the essence of a daring career pivot. With a background that spans from IT for Snapchat to the fine details of nail art, Oksana’s story is not just about changing jobs; it’s about following a passion that led her […]

“It is a privilege to be a salon owner” – Annalia

Annalia always knew she would one day become self-employed, but she didn’t know how, where and when. When The Gallery came her way, the choice to go for it was quickly made. Now she is happier than ever and she knows it for sure: this was the right choice.  How does it feel to be […]

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