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SEARCHI kind of hit a mental road block in regards to what nail art to paint. I was so excited to start and as soon as I had my material in front of me, I went blank.
My first time painting nail art! The turkey's name was Steve.
Hey Friends, this past week I had mixed emotions. It felt like time couldn't go by fast enough, but at the same time it's going by too fast! We've finished week four with so much excitement for the next week to come.
Although feet aren't my favorite aspect of becoming a nail tech, I love making people feel relaxed with a quality massage.
Not everyone is a fan of feet including myself, but it turned out to be all right. Hopefully no one has had to deal with smelly feet but I guess that's what antiseptic spray and foot soak is for, right? We started with the basic pedis and throughout the week added scrubs, mask, and my absolute favorite, paraffin! The massage aspect has turned out to be the most satisfying part for me. There's something about making others feel good that gives my heart this warm feeling.
After adding to our basic mani and pedi skills, our instructor surprised us with giving us a nail art lesson on Thursday, which we were all excited about. She gave us the opportunity to work on things that has inspired us. I'm not going to lie, I kind of hit a mental road block in regards to what nail art to paint. I was so excited to start and as soon as I had my material in front of me, I went blank. There are so many nail designs that I've wanted to practice — so many lines and flowers — but once I had the chance to acutally apply the design to a nail, it was as if I couldn't do it. I was very frustrated but I had to remind myself that I'm a beginner. I know we all have high expectations for ourselves, but we also have to remember it takes time and practice. I couldn't give up.
During the holidays, I know there are plenty of woman and young girls who want holiday nail art, so I started there. Finally, I came up with the design of a turkey (I named him Steve), winter trees for Christmas, and a random side profile of a butterfly.
Things will never be perfect at first, inside and outside of school. The point is to keep moving forward no matter what. I will constantly remind you guys that there are going to be things that are challenging and make you want to give up, but you can't.
We are all at nail school for a reason and we have to make it to graduation date. You don't want to have to ever wonder, "What if?" Stay strong, stay positive and spread the love. Life is hard enough so let's have fun while we're helping people.
Here we are practicing our pedicures.
Love,
Jojo
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.
