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Shannon Rooney demonstrates how to do Summer Flowers nails.

This annual guide helps students and recent grads transition from school to the real world. Order free copies to hand out to your students and access the digital version online for free.

Kathy Dent demonstrates how to do Red, White, and Bluenails.

This month we asked nail techs: Do you think French-style nails are outdated for bridal, and if so, what’s a nice alternative?

Rosa Vargas demonstrates how to do A Day at the Beach nails.

Veeah Chitwood demonstrates how to do Summer’s Perfect Lemonade nails.

It takes a bit of know-how to put the “man” in a mani/pedi. Just in time for Father’s Day, we’ve spotlighted some issues men face when it comes to their hands and feet so you can provide services that are man-tastic!

Brandy Nelson demonstrates how to do Shirt & Tie for Father’s Day nails.



Former Kupa Inc., master educator Sindy Mark recently branched out on her own to start a nail art-focused education program called The Nail Art Academy. Based in San Francisco, Calif., the classes she offers are designed to help students increase their technical and creative skillset and increase income by adding innovative nail art to their service menus.

Open since 2010, Elite Nail School is a highly successful nail school located in Madison, Wis. The school thrives largely because of its dedication to quality education and staying on top of cutting-edge technology and trends. NAILS recently spoke with owner and director Georgianna Halverson to learn more about Elite’s winning formula.

Zitan Zhang demonstrates how to do Mother’s Day Bouquet Nails.

You’ve got the chops as a nail artist, now it’s time to show off that talent. Check out these clever ways to showcase what you do best.

Kathy Dent demonstrates how to do Mother’s Day Sweethearts Nails.
Last month, top nail artists from Entity Beauty Inc.debuted Entity Body Couture and shared new and exciting gel and acrylic techniques with worldwide educators and partners.