Another 2 thumbs up for Ryan.
I literally went to him 2 days ago for streaks - I have ridiculously thick, golden blonde streaks and my hair was a mess when I went in [he also told me this - and yes he will tell what he thinks!] thanks to moving many countries and hence having many different stylists. Leaving him the other day - I said I was going to post on a forum and he only asked that I be 100% honest.
I can't help but echo what's been said on these forums about him. Ryan has done such a great colour job on my hair. So I, like you, read about Ryan. Have to admit I was VERY sceptical - being in South America, reading/hearing stories from hell but I went to see him....and I totally recommend him. It's rare that you find a hairdresser that's good at both colour and cutting and he's both.
I mean you gotta think - he's been recommended here so many times - surely the man's doing something right...right??
Well he is. Call him or email him.
Love his dog too.