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SEARCHMy end in the nail technology program is weeks away from completion. Due to missing four days last week, I am doubling up on exams so I can get done quickly. We covered chapter 10 (chemistry),
My end in the nail technology program is weeks away from completion. Due to missing four days last week, I am doubling up on exams so I can get done quickly. We covered chapter 10 (chemistry), chapter 11 (nail product chemistry), and chapter 12 (electricity). My exam grades were all 100% — I think I’m getting pretty good at this. My recent absence from school was for a wedding on 9/10/11 and also my grandfather’s passing (Merrill E. Bishir 2/1/1922-9/7/2011). My grandaddy was a great man with unforgettable laughter and creativity. I believe most of my creativity has to come from this wonderful man who is now resting peacefully. I love you to the moon and back.
One of my best friends got married and she does not like her nails to have anything on them. The bride was refusing to allow me to paint anything other than clear. This was great for the groom’s manicure, but I got the bride to allow me to do a French manicure using CND shellac. She loved the French and the bit of sparkle I added using CND Mother of Pearl and now wants regular maintenance. The bride and groom flew off to Hawaii for the honeymoon and to snap some pictures of their new manicures in the sand and sun. Needless to say I have gained two clients that never thought they would enjoy such services. Next week it’s back to school and the salon floor.
— Marti
As of this writing this instalment of my nail student blog may be the last one for a while. Similar to many schools and other institutions around the world, due to the threat of the coronavirus pandemic classes at San Diego City College have been suspended until further notice.
I was fortunate enough to attend the three-day International Salon & Spa Expo (ISSE) held in Long Beach, Calif., January 26-28.
The first semester of nail school is now in the rear view mirror! I am now officially 50% done with my education to become a licensed nail technician.
We had two tests this week: 1) UV and LED Gels and 2) The Creative Touch.
This week we had a test on electric filing. We also received a lecture on UV and LED gels during the week (overlays and extensions).
Student blogger Gregory Fletcher shares his Nail Camp experiences.
During week seven we began performing nail services on clients.
During week six, we learned about nail product chemistry and the basics of electricity.
During week five, we received another lecture on skin structure, growth, and nutrition and tests on pedicures and nail tips and wraps. A good portion of the week was focused on giving manicures.
During week four, we had lectures on pedicures and on skin structure, growth, and nutrition.
This week we received lectures on chemistry and liquid and powder enhancements (acrylic) and had our first hands-on lab with reallive people.
This week we had our first written tests (multiple choice) and our first practical (nail tips).
I survived my first week of nail school! Well, I assumed that I would. But you never know!
NAILS has a new student blogger! San Diego-based Gregory Fletcher is looking forward to getting into the nail industry after retiring from his first career in the financial services industry
Let’s continue to shine, continue to spread light, joy and love to all around us! We’ll make a difference one smile, one hug, one nail service at a time!
It’s been such a long journey, from being excited and feeling unstoppable to being tired and exhausted and feeling like I couldn’t do it anymore. Now, every day that passes and I get closer to my graduation date I get more and more energy.
It was a really exciting week for me, and I'm starting to see the finish line as I continue to progres.
