In Unison: Who Won and Who’s Packing Up Their Paintbrushes

Congratulations to Celina Ryden for winning the fifth challenge! The judges appreciate you sharing this personal journey and are impressed with how you showed unity in your art.

 

 

Guest judge Hellen Luu of Bio Seaweed Gel said, “Your work is absolutely outstanding and your grandfather would have been so proud. I really felt the meaning of unity in your work. Awesome job!”

 

CND head judge Jan Arnold said, “Composition is beautifully brought to life. The story was heartbreaking and very touching. Very poised and polished this week. Grandpa would be proud.”

 

NAILS editor Erika Kotite said, “What a beautiful piece to come out of so much tragedy. I was in awe of the sheer amount of work involved in this entry; the storytelling was superb.”

 

NAILS senior graphic artist Yuiko Sugino said, “Great sculpting and shadow details on Buddha; beautiful mandala! Very spiritual. Nice detailing throughout the design.”

 

Celina will receive the entire Bio Seaweed Gel Collection (valued at $4,000!)

 

Read more comments about Celina’s winning look in our Top 3 & Bottom 3 article.

 

 

The nail tech who is packing up her paintbrushes this week is … Victoria Zegarelli.

 

Victoria, we have enjoyed having you compete in two seasons of NTNA. You are one of our biggest cheerleaders and we know you will continue to impress us with your art and your editorial nail work.

 

This won’t be the last you hear of Victoria. She will move on to CND’s Last Chance Design Lab, where she will have one last chance to stay in the competition. Check back next Friday to see who will move on in our Last Chance battle –Victoria or Tan.

 

Tune in Monday to find out the next challenge and vote for your favorites! Good luck to our remaining 7 competitors!