Feature Fridays
Celebrating the people behind the work
Every week we feature a service provider's story — their craft, their dedication, and the care they bring to their work and clients.
“My name is Jackson Li, but I go by the name Jaxon5K. I was born and raised in New York City and now call Austin, Texas home. I'm a barber and the founder of Shear Skill LLC, currently operating out of Kane's Barbershop here in Austin. Beyond the chair, I'm also an instructor at Impact Barber Academy, where I help train the next generation of barbers, and I work as an E-Sports Caster and Analyst — so yes, I stay busy.”
“I'm Jay Tanaka, a personal trainer at FastFit here in Austin. I help people build strength and improve their overall health through 20-minute isokinetic strength training sessions — a science-backed approach that uses responsive resistance machines to deliver a highly effective, joint-friendly workout in a fraction of the time of a traditional gym session.”
“Hi! I'm Jessica Darnell. I'm an artist, lover of nature and all things creative. Passionate about connecting with people and building community. I was born in Canada but my travels brought me to Texas with my amazing husband and children. Over the past few years I've been building a face painting business where I can merge my love of interacting with people and art. I love bringing an extra element of creativity to any event. ”
“My name is Louren Molina, and I am the owner and esthetician behind Simply Aesthetics in Round Rock, Texas. I specialize in results-driven skincare treatments, lash extensions, lash lifts, brow services, and waxing. My goal is to create a welcoming environment where clients can invest in their skin, confidence, and overall well-being.”