Ian Russell, a London-born and Toronto-based multidisciplinary artist, specializes in hairstyling, makeup, and custom wig design. With a background in fashion communications and experience in graphic design and luxury branding, he brings a unique fusion of precision, artistry, and conceptual clarity to every collaboration.

Ian’s aesthetic is defined by a meticulous yet bold approach—balancing clean, sculptural forms with campy playfulness. Skilled in working with all hair textures, his intuitive sense of style and attention to detail have made Ian a trusted name among celebrity clients, including Queen Latifah, Chloë Sevigny, Sheila Atim, Neve Campbell, Peter Sarsgaard and many more.

Ian’s work has been featured in Fashion Canada and The Sunday Times, while his commercial collaborations include Bentley Motors, Netflix, Canada Goose, OVO, L’Oréal, Winners, Debeers, CBC, and Canada’s Drag Race. Also an accomplished wig maker and special effects artist, he creates transformative visual statements inspired by architecture, cinema, and everyday experiences, approaching each project with authenticity and creativity.