Michael Kanyon's passion for hair ignited at an early age sparked by his father's gift of his first buzzer. With a natural affinity for geometry, Michael picked up scissors at just 15, cutting hair for friends in his neighborhood. His unique ability to sculpt hair to suit each individual's features quickly earned him recognition for his artistry.

He honed his craft at prestigious institutions like the Vidal Sassoon Academy, Rusk, and Jingles, before apprenticing directly under the legendary John Sahag. Mastering Sahag's exclusive dry-cutting method a - technique known only to a select few globally - Michael solidified his status as one of the most highly sought-after stylists in the world.

At just 22, Michael emerged as one of the youngest editorial hairstylists in the industry. During his first paid job in New York City, under the direction of renowned photographer Victor Skrebneski, Michael was tasked with changing the model's hairstyle nine times during a single photoshoot. After completing the final look, he received applause from the entire crew- unknowingly passing Skrebneski's test to gauge his performance under intense pressure. This earned Michael the respect of industry giants like Gilles Bensimon, Patrick Demarchelier, Walter Chin, Francesco Scavullo, and Russell James.

Over the years, Michael's talent has taken him around the globe, styling for major campaigns, runway shows, and A- list celebrities, including Heidi Klum, Ashley Judd, Jessica Simpson, and Alicia Keys. His work has graced the pages of Vogue, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, and Italian Vogue, and he has been featured in major advertising campaigns for brands such as Ray-Ban, Samsonite, and Wrangler. Many may also recognize Michael as the Key Hair Stylist on The CW's 'America's Next Top Model'.

In 2021. Michael relocated to Atlanta and launched KANYON BEAUTY, a line of clean, sustainable products reflecting his unwavering dedication to healthy, beautiful hair. Fairchild Hair Artistry has proudly been chosen as the preferred retailer for KANYON BEAUTY products in the Atlanta area.

Michael exclusively entrusts all of his color work to Steven Priola-Fairchild at Fairchild Hair Artistry, confident that his vision will be realized with unparalleled expertise. For clients seeking extensions, Michael's partnership with Jaydan Robertson guarantees flawless, invisible transformations. Together, the FHA team brings Michael's vision to life, providing each client with an unmatched experience in the hands of true masters.