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Nailympia medalist launches nail workshops after winning gold
Gold medal winner (Division 1) of the Invent A Nail Shape category of the first Nailympia Online championship, Angelique Blenckner presents her online nail workshops.
Angelique Blenckner, Germany
Soon to be launched at www.honey-nails.net, Angelique confirms her classes differ in structure, content and intensity. The workshops she cites are, “Quick Starter Workshops that mean after joining the Learning Group, you can start immediately, without taking any theory. Courses and classes to the contrary, deliver a theory and practical section to allow students to go deeper into the theme. The classes also present tests to assess the student’s level of learning based on nail structure and extension shaping.”
Classes offer lifetime access and is offered in English and German.
Classes will be launched soon with a pre-order discount for those keen to sign up in the near future.
Classes on offer from Honey Nails of Berlin comprise:
- Filigran Art Workshop
- Realistic Portraits Course
- Realistic Animals Course
- Flat 3D Faces Course
- 3D Figure Course
- Xtreme Shape short Class
- Xtreme Shape and Length Pro Class
- Nailympia Winner Shape ‘Honeycombs’ Masterclass
- Mini Mixed Media
Instagram: @honeynails_berlin
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Nailympia Div 4 champion 2021 launches online learning option
Champion nail tech and artist, Olena Oezman has launched an online nail academy. Utilising her time efficiently during the pandemic, Olena focused on creating a portal of nail education, in order to further her reach as an international nail tutor and trainer.
And the timing is excellent, since taking part in the first edition of Nailympia Online, Olena was presented at its awards ceremony on 15 March 2021 1x gold, 2 x silver and 1 x bronze medals as well as they Division 4 VIP 5-Shape Challenge trophy.
Acting as mentor and teacher to multi-award winning UK medalist and nail artist, Mino Vo, Olena is cited as a great beacon of knowledge and inspiration. Talking after his success winning three of the eight Nailympia Online trophies, Mino says, “When competing, it’s not just about who is the best in structure or the best in art. You need to read the rules, this is your best friend. For you to be successful there are many points to consider and a big area you need to focus on the cleanliness of your work, your surface and cuticles.” Mino then goes on to share his success comes a direct result of what he learned on Olena’s course. “I took the Olena Özman combined manicure online class and can honestly say, I can now make clean cuticles confidently. This course covers every single thing you can imagine. Every skin type, every tool. And the quality I can promise you is the best.”
Nailympia Online presents line-up of 36 judges
Nailympia Online closes for registration on Saturday 27 February and will be open for another 24 hours to take in submissions. It will finally close its portal at midnight on Sunday 28 February.
This is when the 36-strong judging team will be sent links into their judging portals, which have been allocated to them, but not yet revealed. “It’s getting very exciting as we get closer to the deadline,” enthuses Alex Fox, Nailympia organiser. “We have upgraded the Nailympia website and turned it into a competition portal where competitors from all over the world can register and upload their entries. This in turn, sends the entry to its respective category, where a link will be created and sent out to the judges ( from 1st March), who will then access their criteria, the entries and score straight into the system.”
With more than 30 countries represented and over 170 competitors, this competition is hotting up as it moves through its last week.
A live awards will be held at 7pm GMT Monday 15 March hosted on the official Nailympia Facebook page with Scratch’s Alex Fox and Helena Biggs, managing editor of Scratch magazine.
NEW: deadline date for Nailympia Online
The Nailympia Online First Edition 2021 will be open until midnight on Sunday 28 February 2021 for entries & submissions.
Contact Alex Fox directly with any queries, questions, thoughts or comments: on nailympia@gmail.com
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New fact-based expert online nail education launches
Introducing Nail Knowledge…
After nearly two years in the planning, an idea voiced by Kevin Nicholls from Roo Beauty to Marian Newman has resulted in Nail Knowledge; fact-based online learning with a difference. Nail Knowledge provides the information and understanding essential for the nail professional. It’s presented via three masterclasses; The Nail Unit, Product Chemistry and Health & Safety, each offering five to six separate lessons.
So, ‘what’s the deal with this new online learning?’ is the burning question. Well, the big difference is that it’s presented in a totally unique way. Every individual learns in different ways. Some like reading, some listening, some watching and some ‘experiencing’. Theory is almost always taught using 2D images and diagrams while Nail Knowledge animates all of this teaching. Marian comments, “You can see the nail growing from the nail matrix; you can watch polymerisation happening; see the blood and antibodies rush to fight an allergen!
“Nail Knowledge hits every learning style with beautiful graphics and animations. The written word and the spoken word come together with ‘knowledge points’ in each lesson and ‘knowledge checks’ after each lesson. It culminates in the final exam which, when passed, results in the Nail Knowledge Essential Nail Professional diploma.”
Doug Schoon
www.schoonscientific.com
Marian Newman is the author and has collaborated with two other experts; Vitaly Solomonoff (a dermatologist and cosmetic chemist), who edited masterclass one: The Nail Unit and Doug Schoon (world-renowned nail expert and scientist), who edited masterclass two: Product Chemistry.
Vitaly Solomonoff of Cleanestiq
Visit www.nailknowledge.org for more information.
The Great Scratch Shoot Out is back!
The Great Scratch Shoot Out is back! Nailympia’s sister photographic competition is now open for entry.
The Great Scratch Shoot Out is back! Nailympia’s sister photographic competition is now Click here to submit your entries!
Open to nail professionals around the world, it’s time to collaborate with a creative team, snap a winning shot and share your work with the world – with prizes to be won, too.
With no set theme, The Great Scratch Shoot Out is your chance to try your hand at photographic nail work, where creativity knows no bounds.
The competition is open to all skill and experience levels – ideal for both a first competition and seasoned professionals alike.
With its online entry, The Great Scratch Shoot Out offers the chance to create your entry at your own pace, with no live competition day.
The competition closes for entries at 5pm GMT on August 30, 2019. Before submitting your snaps, the competition’s criteria is available to read here.
The live reveal will take place at Olympia Beauty, on Monday 30th September just before the Nailympia awards ceremony.
The prizes
Each entrant receives a certificate of entrance, a glossy print of their entry and a FREE digital subscription to Scratch magazine. Cash prizes will be given to the winners of 2nd and 3rd place, as well as Voter’s Choice. The 1st place winner receives all of the above, as well as a trophy, special cash prize and a winner’s feature in Scratch magazine.
“I am incredibly excited to see what this year’s competition brings!” says Scratch’s assistant editor, Kat Hill. “Last year we received a record number of professionals taking part. I can’t wait to see even more amazing entries this year.
“Last year saw Ivana Prokic scoop first place for her stunning entry. Believe it or not, The Great Scratch Shoot Out was Ivana’s first photographic competition. Now, Ivana has gone on to compete in other European competitions and even appear on Scratch’s cover with her further work.
“Don’t put it off! Take the opportunity to try something new. You never know where it could lead.”
The Voter’s Choice award is back again. After entry closes, entrants, Scratch readers and clients alike can cast their vote for their favourite photo via the website.
Keep an eye out more details!
Submit your entries via our form by clicking here!
Read the full details about the competition here!
Check out last year’s entries by clicking here!
Nailympia Canada – a new location for 2019
Nailympia Competitions is delighted to add a fourth location to its world map – Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. This new event will be hosted by two fierce Canadian competitors Aigul Fritzke & Karen Dunn.
“It’s extremely exciting to add Canada to the Nailympia world tour. This location adds its own special flavour to the competition circuit and will appeal to those looking for a trusted competition further north. I’m pleased to be working with Aigul and Karen, as their love and hunger for competition is a perfect match for the global Nailympia team. It’s an exciting year as Nailympia branches into Orlando and Saskatoon.” Alex Fox , global director Nailympia.
The event will be held 9-11 November 2019 and will be the first location that can gain points for the 2020 Nailympia Global Cup.
The 2019 Global Cup will accrue points from 3 locations, Tallinn – Estonia, Orlando – USA & London – UK.
Registration for Nailympia Canada will open soon. Please watch Nailympia social media posts & visit the official website – www.nailympia.com
Meet The hosts…
Karen Dunn
Karen, born and raised in Saskatchewan, Canada, is a certified nail professional who also works as a high school maths teacher. For Karen, grooming nails satisfies a creative need in her life as well as a deep rooted need to keep furthering her education and learning, which has led to her offering classes across Canada and the USA. The opportunity to travel has led her to meet and work with many mentors in the nail industry, each time, gaining more insight and invaluable knowledge of the nail industry. More recently, Karen caught the competition bug, which quickly became a passion. She’s competed in various categories at numerous competitions and harnessed a special affection for 3D fantasy art.
Karen continues to compete as often as possible while also now bringing a prestigious competition brand to Canada. Karen is passionate about all things nails and is ready and willing to discuss nails over a good cup of coffee with all that are likeminded!
Aigul Fritzke
Master nail artist Aigul Fritzke was born and raised in Kazakhstan and moved to Saskatchewan in 1997. Aigul hones a natural talent for creativity and launched her dream career in aesthetics and art by combining her eye for beauty with an exceptional gift of artistry.
Aigul is a trained make-up artist from the Academy of Ottawa and has done glamour and special effects make-up for theatre, television, fashion, bridal and photo events.
In 2006 she became a certified nail technician and became an educator and distributor for Masterworks by Amy Becker. Aigul is passionate about teaching and is fascinated by the creative options of nail art as a medium for self-expression. She says, “Our hands convey a powerful first impression of ourselves as we use them to express as we speak, meet and greet others”.
Aigul also enjoys the thrill and stress of competition and is an international award-winning competitor in nails and make-up. She’s been featured twice in Nail Pro Magazine and her work can be seen across social media and YouTube tutorials. You can follow Aigul on Facebook/Instagram at aigulfritzkeartistry.
STOP PRESS – A NEW NAILYMPIA for 2019 – STOP PRESS
Nailympia Competitions is excited and thrilled to announce its new partnership with Premiere Orlando in 2019!
The Premiere Orlando show, an established, admired and exciting annual exhibition event, will be branding its 2019 nail competitions with Nailympia.
The show dates 1-3 June will host Nailympia Orlando on 2-3 June over 2 days.
“We are very excited to work alongside Nailympia & Scratch magazine this year for the nail competitions at Premiere Orlando. We are enthusiastic to offer this new and exciting opportunity to nail technicians from all over the United States and beyond.” Ed McNeill, Premiere Show Group vice-president
Nailympia Orlando will host 10 competitions in this first year including the three that accrue points towards the Nailympia Global Cup (Gel Tip & Overlay, L&P Sculpture & Stiletto nails).
For 2019 three locations will host Global Cup points, Tallinn in Estonia, Orlando in the USA and London, UK.
“The opportunity to work alongside the Premiere Orlando show to host Nailympia competitions is a truly exciting new dimension to the Nailympia brand. Known for its popularity within the professional nail community across the USA and further afield, at Nailympia we are sure this new partnership will help invigorate the nail industry and inspire many more to get involved and enjoy the many benefits of competing while also enjoying an all-encompassing exhibition and education experience.” Alex Fox, global director, Nailympia Competitions
Registration for Nailympia Orlando opens on 1st March
To register visit – www.premiereorlandoshow.biz
ABOUT US – Premiere Show Group
The Premiere Show Group is a trade show management company that organises exceptional events for the professional beauty industry; it currently produces Premiere Orlando, Premiere Philadelphia, Premiere Columbus and Premiere Birmingham all in the USA. Premiere Orlando, its largest event got its modest start in 1990 as a small 3-exhibitor show, fast forward to current day, it is the industry’s largest trade show with over 850 exhibitors across a 7.3-acre exhibition floor with more than 59,000 beauty professionals from all 50 states and over 44 countries in attendance in 2018. Premiere strives to provide beauty professionals (cosmetologists, nail techs, barbers, estheticians, professional make-up artists, massage therapists as well as salon and spa owners) with the education needed to succeed and currently offers over 650 classes at its event led by some of the industry’s most influential and legendary educators and manufacturers from across the globe.
ABOUT US – NAILYMPIA
Nailympia is considered one of the leading and most prestigious professional nail competitions in the world today. It prides itself on being a non-biased forum where products and brands have no bearing on the placing of a competitor. This competition brand is all about skill and creativity. All skill levels are catered for – the judging system, which has evolved over time, holds true to its original concept of all competitions are judged blind – the judge has no idea who’s work they are assessing and all divisions are judged together in the same manner. The judges have no idea which division or competitor they are assessing. This keeps the system fair and even. It also means a Division 1 competitor can win with a higher score than seen in the above divisions – again showcasing that the skills and creativity are assessed on their own merit.
London: Living The Nail Dream!
Nailympia Competitions – the 14th Nail Crusade – closed its global circuit for 2018 at Olympia Beauty in London with a spectacular roundup of success and styling! Alex Fox reports in this article, originally published in Scratch Magazine…
Nail Champions In The Baltic Unite…
The first Nailympia to be held in the Baltic was hosted this spring in the stunning, medieval coastal city of Tallinn. Alex Fox reports in this article originally published in Scratch Magazine.