Top 9 NAHA Nominees of the Past - Avant Garde

Cover photo collection was created by Chelsea James

Pushing the boundaries farther than ever thought possible, Avant Garde has brought us some truly innovative and mesmerizing collections. The following are our Top Ten.

Michelle O’Connor - 2019

Erin & Annie have had the honor of judging NAHA for many years and remember getting on the phone and having to talk about Michelle’s collection. Simple idea, impactful outcome.

Ray Civello - 2017

A stary night… fireflys… all we know is that we want to be a part of this magical moment that Ray brought to life.

Christian James - 2015

Photo from Christian James Facebook page

Our instant reaction to this collection was underwater sea creature of some sort…. and as huge fans of that stuff… we instantly loved it. Hair paper is always so fun to make and to see whats created from it and Christian did an awesome job.

Michael Polsinelli - 2018

Avant Garde isn’t always about the biggest pieces people can make, its about the uniqueness and innovation. Michael is anything but ordinary.

Chad Seal / Taylor Andrews Academy - 2010

Photos by Babak

Sometimes students make the most incredible things. Chad blew us away with his skills and way backed by Taylor Andrews Academy in Salt Lake City, UT.

Nicholas French - 2013

Let’s be honest, how can you not love something from Nicholas French.

Chris Vandehey - 2012

Hair can be turned into the most beautiful shapes. The movement, texture and skill makes us want to keep looking for all the beauty that this piece is.

Dilek Onur-Taylor - 2016

Do you believe in love at first sight? We do.

Daniel Holzberger - 2008

If this dosen’t put you in a good mood… I’m not sure what will.