HAIR and beauty students at BCoT and employers were given a masterclass in barbering techniques by award-winning barber MK.

Famous for the patterns he creates, MK showcased his skills by giving live demonstrations to impressed spectators.

The energetic and intimate presentation allowed the audience to see why MK is a leader in his field, while learning useful tips to improve their own skills.

MK has an impressive list of accolades to his name, including three times Barber of the Year (1998, 2008, and 2009), Battle of the Barbers winner in 2006, Innovator of the Year 2008 and many more.

He also regularly performs at exhibitions, seminars and workshops in cities all over Europe, including London, Paris and Bologna.

Sue Scott, head of hair and beauty at BCoT, arranged the demonstrations as a thank you to employers for providing excellent work experience and apprenticeship opportunities, as well as thanking students for all of their hard work.

She said: “We were very grateful to MK for coming in to showcase his talents. I know that everybody thoroughly enjoyed the show.

“It is important to learn from those already successful in the industry and this was a chance for us all to acquire some tricks of the trade from an award-winning barber.”