We started off with 24 semifinalists , but have already narrowed it down to 18 after a preliminary challenge.
Check out these tips from competition director, Carla Collier.
The applications came in for NAILS Next Top Nail Artist sponsored by CND. We excitedly read through every answer, watched YouTube video diaries, gazed in awe at nail art photos, and scoured social media to narrow it down to the Top 24.
Holly is practicing for the gel-polish competition coming up in Orlando on Sunday.
Nail tech Naja Rickette is the new Guinness World Records title-holder for polishing the highest number of clients in an eight-hour period: 69.
Astonishing Nails is proud to congratulate the winners of its photo competition.
For her first practice round, Holly was just over the 30 minute mark for the French manicure. With practice, she hopes to get the time down pat!
Join Holly as she recaps what it was like finding a hand model and a sponsor for the gel-polish competition at Premiere Orlando 2014.
The nine-year industry veteran from Florida (by way of Japan) dedicated every free moment to completing each of the weekly challenges. Her artistic skills, attention to detail, and love of her craft helped her win the title of NAILS Next Top Nail Artist.
Holly's finally dipping a toe in the competition water at Premiere Orlando.
