
An Exterior Look at the Connoisseur Art and Hair Studio
A short walk from Parliament Hill in center town / downtown Ottawa at the corner of Cooper and Elgin stands a modest cultural icon (for over 50 years). The Connoisseur Hair Salon has been trimming the locks of actors, athletes, ambassadors and politicians for decades and at one time cut the hair of former prime minister Pierre Trudeau and is also an innovative art studio.
The Connoisseur Hair Studio specializes in women’s’ and men’s complete hair services (including cutting, permanents, foil highlights, eye and lash tints), hand aesthetics (regular, french manicures and polish changes), foot aesthetics (regular, french manicures and polish changes), waxing aesthetics (legs, face, bikini, brow, lips, chin, axils).

An Interior look at the Connoisseur Hair Studio
Gamal Rahman, an artist, architect, interior designer, painter and photographer hailing from Egypt, has owned the Salon for the past 15 years. In that time his love of art has transformed the small studio into an artistic haven.
“It’s good for everyone—artists, clients and even art galleries. Bringing this art to the people, and stretching our boundaries is worth it,” said Rahman. “People come for their hair, now they can stay for the art.”
Pop’t Art for The Connoisseur was held June 21st and June 28 2014 at the Connoisseur Hair Salon, 202 Cooper St., Ottawa
Additional Inside Pictures (Please Click to enlarge picture and start Slide Show).
Articles:
Ottawa Business Journal he Bright Side of Business: Centretown salon owner Gamal Rahman combines hairstyling with love for art” PDF – OBJ 2021_04_26 The Bright Side of Business
Epoch Times PDF – Epoch Times 2014_06_17
Ottawa Citizen PDF – 2021_10_22 Gamal Ottawa Citizen Article
Videos from the The Connoisseur – Gamal Rahman – His Business and His Art
The Connoisseur Art and Hair Studio – Introduction Video
The Connoisseur Art and Hair Studio – Who is the Connoisseur – Video
The Connoisseur Art and Hair Studio – Video
The Connoisseur Art and Hair Studio – The Art
The Connoisseur Art and Hair Studio – Show the World Video
The Connoisseur’s Art – A Visual Tour – Part 1
The Connoisseur’s Art – A Visual Tour – Part 2
The Connoisseur’s Art – A Visual Tour – Part 3
The Connoisseur’s Art – A Visual Tour – Part 4
The Connoisseur’s Art – A Visual Tour – Part 5
The Connoisseur’s Art – A Visual Tour – Part 6
The Connoisseur’s Art – A Visual Tour – Part 7
The Connoisseur’s Art – A Visual Tour – Part 8
The Connoisseur’s Art – A Visual Tour – Part 9
The Connoisseur’s Art – A Visual Tour – Part 10
The Connoisseur’s Art – A Visual Tour – Part 11
The Connoisseur’s Art – A Visual Tour – Part 12
Art Instruction Videos
Gamal Rahman Art Instruction Video 1
Gamal Rahman Art Instruction Video 2
Gamal Rahman Art Instruction Video 3
Gamal Rahman Art Instruction Video 4
Gamal Rahman Art Instruction Video 5
Gamal Rahman Art Instruction Video 6
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Gamal Rahman Art Instruction Video 11
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I want to come for a haircut.
Could you guys can share the price chart ?
Manni
Sorry for the delay in responding to you request. Gamal is the proprietor of the Connoisseur Hair and Art Studio. I developed the website and just saw your request right now. I contacted Gamal and he noted that you made contact with him and he sent you an e-mail. The Price list for his services are in the Service section of the Website. He does however have a special right now Men’s hair cut is $13 and women’s hair cut is $29. If you wish you can phone him (613) 236-2518 or e-mail him at gam.alali@hotmail.com.
Thank you Tom N.
I highly recommend the Connoisseur. I’ve been getting my hair cut there for years and I’m always happy with the results. Apart from getting a great haircut, I enjoy chatting with Gamal and looking at his art.
do you braid black mens hair or do cornrows at all?
Hi how much would it be to bleach hair for guys
it ll be 55$