Highlights From The Salon Fanatic Tour
In 8 days, executive editor Beth Livesay saw 18 nail salons across six states. That’s a total of 2,730 miles!
by Beth Livesay
NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Announces Top 24 for Season 5
Applications came in from around the globe as the only online nail art competition for professionals asked to see the best that the industry had to offer. Many answered the call, but only 24 semi-finalists could be chosen.
Melli Mello-Inspired Nails with Baroque Accents
Tracey Lee (@traceyleenails), the winner of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 4, shows how to create her June 2017 cover of NAILS Magazine with an edge nail shape.Here is a photo tutorial on how to create the acrylic elephant nails on her Nail Art Gallery: http://nailartgallery.nailsmag.com/traceyleenails/photo/454827/ntna-challenge-4-minx/user (See step #9.) You Might Also Like: Behind the Scenes: Tracey Lee's 3-D Floral Edge Gel Nails
Behind the Scenes: Tracey Lee's 3-D Floral Edge Gel Nails
Haute Hodgepodge: Learn how to create this month's cover look by 2017's NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Tracey Lee.
5 Reasons to Apply for NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 5
The current champion urges you to apply for Season 5
Tracey Lee Named NAILS Next Top Nail Artist
Tracey Lee is not new to the nail industry. She has done everything from teaching to judging to vlogging, but now she can say she has truly done it all. The Eindhoven, Netherlands-based tech flew to Chicago in March where she was crowned the champion of Season 4.
by Beth Livesay
On My Mind: This is a Team Sport
I have learned almost everything I know about being part of a team from working here at NAILS.
by Beth Livesay
Salon-Modded Nails: Award-Winning Nail Art Made Wearable
The extravagant designs of nail art competitions aren't always practical for everyday wear, but they can be amazing inspiration for wearable nail art. Learn how the industry’s top nail artists take their award-winning designs down a notch for everyday clients.
by Erika Kotite
What You Need to Know Before Competing in a Nail Contest
Competing is one of the best ways to hone your craft and get noticed. In the world of nails, there are many opportunities to showcase your talents and grow as a result. We talked to some regulars on the competition circuit to find out what you’ll need to know if you want to compete — and possibly win big.
by Beth Livesay
5 Tips for Making a Better Nail Video + Apply for NTNA S.5!
The deadline to enter NTNA S.5 is Aug. 1, 2017. NAILS Magazine contributing editor and NTNA Season 3 winner Winnie Huang offers a few tips on making better nail art tutorials. These tips will come in handy for entering this year's NAILS Next Top Nail Artist NTNA competition! Do you have what it takes?We’re looking for the next set of competitors for NTNA Season 5, professional nail techs who are inspired, creative, reliable, and up for a challenge. In addition to being artistically inclined, you also must be able to take high-res digital photos and short videos. Since we’re looking for the NEXT top nail artist, you can’t currently be affiliated with a professional nail manufacturer. Visit http://www.nailsmag.com/ntnas5application for instructions on how to apply.NTNA Frequently asked questions:http://www.nailsmag.com/blogpost/118155/nails-next-top-nail-artist-frequently-asked-questions
Could One of Your Recent Grads Be NAILS’ Next Top Nail Artist?
NAILS’ Next Top Nail Artist is searching for licensed nail techs of all experience levels who have that “it” factor. Does one of your recent nail program graduates fit the bill?
by Tracy Rubert
NTNA Top 3 Liina Leino's America's Beauty Show Travel Log
Liina Leino from Helsinko, Finland, takes viewers on a personal journey with her through Chicago during her whirlwind adventure as a Top 3 contestant during NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Season 4.
Nail Art at the Beauty Changes Lives Experience 2017
Beauty Changes Lives held its fifth annual event, this year at the Art Institute of Chicago.
America's Beauty Show 2017
America's Beauty Show was held March 25-27 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Attendees included NAILS Next Top Nail Artist Top 3 finalists who flew in from Australia, Finland, and Netherlands.
NAILS Next Top Nail Artist S.4 Finale Party
Another season of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist wrapped up at Roof on theWit in Chicago on Saturday, March 25. Tracey Lee took home the Season 4 title, Jonny Pham was named first runner-up and Liina Leino was named second runner-up.
Nail Art from ABS Chicago 2017
Nail techs brought on the bling at America's Beauty Show 2017
by Beth Livesay
Tracey Lee Wins Season 4 of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist
In its fourth nail-biting season, NAILS Next Top Nail Artist set out to find the next best tech in the nail world. The results came in live from the show floor at America’s Beauty Show in Chicago.