Meet the VIDA Artists

Artistry, Expertise & Hair Designed for You

Meet the talented artists behind the VIDA experience. Every member of our team brings a distinct point of view, advanced Aveda education, and a commitment to creating beautiful hair that feels completely your own.

The Right Artist Makes the Difference

Personalized Expertise
at Every Level

Whether you are seeking dimensional color, a precision haircut, natural texture expertise, or a complete transformation, our team will help connect you with the artist best suited to your hair, lifestyle, and goals.

Our Team

Find Your VIDA Artist

Explore each artist's specialties, experience, and approach. Not sure who to choose?
Book a consultation and our team will guide you.

Luiz Gonzalez

Signature Artist
Creatvie Director + Proprietor
Aveda North America Color Director

Heather Halley

Principal Artist
Senior Artist

Shae MacPhie

Senior Artist

Tanaya Takahashi -Aragon

Stephanie Garcia

Senior Artist

Ashley Norris

Senior Artist
Salon Artist

Roger Duncan

Salon Artist

Jackie Balderrama

Lacee Bliss

Apprentice Artists

Lizz Gonzalez

Apprentice Artists
New Artist

Lindsey Heystek

Artist Apprentice

Jillian Childs

Andrea Carrete

Guest Experience Coordinator
Founder + Salon Director

James Sanchez

The VIDA Level System

Expertise for Every Guest

VIDA artist levels reflect education, experience, demand, technical performance, and career growth. Every artist adheres to the same VIDA consultation, service, and hospitality standards.

New Artist

Emerging artists completing advanced VIDA education while offering select services at an introductory investment.

Associate Artists

Highly experienced artists recognized for advanced technical performance, consistency, and strong guest demand.

Senior Artists

Highly experienced artists recognized for advanced technical performance, consistency, and strong guest demand.

Principal Artists

Highly experienced artists recognized for advanced technical expertise, exceptional consistency, strong guest demand, and leadership within the VIDA Salon team.

Apprentice Artists

Experienced professionals with proven technical skills, growing demand, and a strong commitment to continued education.

Salon Artists

VIDA's most accomplished professionals, educators, and industry leaders with exceptional expertise and established demand.

Master Artists

VIDA's most accomplished professionals, educators, and industry leaders with exceptional expertise and established demand.

Signature Artists

VIDA's most accomplished professionals, educators, and industry leaders with exceptional expertise and established demand.

Not Sure Who to Choose?

Let Us Match You
With the Right Artist

Your hair, lifestyle, goals, and preferred investment all matter. Our guest care team can help connect you with the VIDA artist whose experience, specialties, and availability best fit your needs.

  • Hair goals and inspiration

  • Texture, length and density

  • Color history and maintenance

  • Preferred artist level and investment

Your VIDA Experience Begins Here

Beautiful Hair Starts With
the Right Artist

Reserve your appointment today and experience personalized artistry, thoughtful consultation, and elevated Aveda care in Denver's Highlands Square.