We had the good fortune of connecting with Dari Palkovic and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Dari, why did you decide to pursue a creative path?
I’ve actually loved to draw and sketch since I was a kid! I come from a long line of artists on both sides of my family. Also, my mom was a stylist in the 90s and her dad & brothers were barbers. It just seemed like it was written in the stars for me.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
The best part about my art, its on hair! I absolutely love getting creative with colors, cuts and so much more. Everything about doing hair is showing off my artistic side. Colors range all over the color wheel and cuts can be so many different lengths and shapes. Professionally I’m so proud to have made it where I am with my clientele and the salon I’m at, you couldn’t pay me enough to do something else.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
San Diego is an absolute hub for foodies and people who love being outdoors! Any time someone from out of town visits there are mandatory food spots to hit up. First for the absolute best ceviche we’d head over to PB and go to a little dive called Oscar’s Fish Tacos. That place never fails! Next of course for the best tj style tacos you can find we’re heading to Tacos El Gordo in Chula Vista. And for some sight seeing the suspension bridge right outside of Downtown is always a great excursion plus the farmers market in OB on Wednesdays is a must!

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Without a doubt all my success is only because of God. Christ Ahnsahnghong and heavenly Mother have helped me every step of the way in my career and in my life outside of the salon. All of my talents and work ethics have come from God and I’m truly grateful every day for that.
My second supporter is my husband Michael. He is always cheering for me and continually giving me praises and believes in me so much.

Website: https://Monarchbeautysalon.glossgenius.com

Instagram: @mustbedari

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