Marek Krzyminski

Middle Part

1:35:30 Basic Medium men's haircut Gradation and layers
"Middle Part" Men's Haircut Course for Hairdressers. Learn how to shape the hair with scissors by combining side-swept layers with square layers, creating a smooth transition to clipper work and a taper fade.
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The result and the process

Marek Krzyminski – Middle Part
Marek Krzyminski – Middle Part
Marek Krzyminski – Middle Part

What you'll learn

01

How to consciously build volume by layering above the head's outline.

02

How to create square layers at the top to add volume to your hairstyle.

03

How to prepare your hair with scissors for a smooth transition into a taper fade.

04

Why your posture is key to maintaining your hairstyle.

05

How to create a taper fade step by step, from a 13 mm attachment to a shaver.

06

How to create sections and a natural part while taking hair growth into account.

The Middle Part is a classic men’s haircut based on a tapered cut on the sides and back, combined with square layers on top for lightness and movement. This course demonstrates how to skillfully shape the hair with scissors to perfectly prepare it for a taper fade, creating a cohesive style that’s easy to style daily, featuring a natural center part.

Marek Krzyminski guides you step by step through the entire process: from dividing the head into rectangular sections (box sections) while taking the natural hair growth pattern into account, through building circular layers on the sides and back, to creating square layers on top. A key element of the course is learning how to consciously build and reduce hair volume—above the head’s contour for volume, and below for a seamless transition to subsequent clipper work.

In this course, you'll learn:

  • The complete process of creating a taper fade from a 13 mm (No. 4) attachment to a shaver, as a logical complement to scissor work
  • Carefully building volume above the head’s contour and reducing it below—the key to a smooth transition from scissors to clippers
  • The technique of creating square layers at the top as a way to lighten the hairstyle and give it a sense of airiness in everyday styling
  • The principle of body positioning – why your chest must always be perpendicular to the cutting line in order to fully control the shape
  • Combining two different techniques (gradation and layering) into a single cohesive whole using diagonal separations
  • The key moment of the haircut – how to prepare the area around the occipital bone so that the clipper perfectly follows the shape created by the scissors

After completing this course, you’ll start to view scissor work not as a separate step, but as a deliberate foundation for the taper fade. You’ll learn to control weight and volume based on the shape of the head, allowing you to create classic yet light and modern hairstyles that clients can easily style at home every day.

What's inside

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1:04
01

Accounting for wind in the sections

"I'll make the most of the breeze for this very purpose. Notice how the hair falls."

17:14
02

Building muscle mass above the head

"At this point, let me reiterate: we want to build more mass."

26:42
03

Proper posture when cutting hair

"Your chest should always be facing forward, that is, perpendicular to the cutting line we are creating."

33:34
04

Selecting the layering technique at the top

"I'll use a layering technique to lighten up the whole style a bit, so the hair will fall smoothly."

40:34
05

Two factors that determine shape

"Two factors—the cutting line and the rotational movement—will determine the shapes in both planes."

53:36
06

Using a Chinese knife on bangs

"I want these bangs to be fairly heavy so that they kind of frame my face."

68:49
07

The two-finger rule for tapering

"The minimum distance between the weight line and the zero line is at least two fingers."

89:36
08

Smoothing the gradation curve

"I can see that it's too thick here. I'll run the comb through the hair parallel to the strands to loosen it up."

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course for beginner hairdressers?
This course is for anyone who wants to understand the fundamentals of grading and layering techniques. Marek Krzyminski explains concepts such as body positioning and sectioning in detail, making it valuable both for those looking to hone their skills and for those who want to solidify their knowledge.
What tools will you need to create this hairstyle?
You will need scissors, a clipper with a set of attachments (ranging from 13 mm to 1.5 mm), a trimmer, a shaver, and, optionally, a razor for styling the bangs. The course demonstrates techniques for both wet and dry hair.
Does the course explain in detail how to combine the use of scissors with that of clippers?
Yes, this is a key part of the course. You’ll learn how to consciously create layers with scissors, thinning the hair in the right places to create the perfect foundation for a smooth and quick taper fade using clippers.
Is the process of creating a taper fade shown step by step?
Yes, Marek Krzyminski demonstrates the entire process of creating a taper fade on the back of the neck and temples. You’ll see him work with attachments ranging from 13 mm (No. 4) to 6 mm, 4.5 mm, and 3 mm, and then finish with a trimmer and shaver for a perfect finish.
What does the work on the top of the head involve in this haircut?
Square layers are created at the top of the head. This technique is designed to lighten the hair, giving it volume and movement, which makes it easier for the client to style it naturally every day.
How long is the entire video course?
The entire video runs 95 minutes, guiding you through the entire haircut process, from sectioning to the final styling.

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