Frames Flakes | Nail Art Tutorial
Chrome has a tendency to find every bit of leftover stickiness and make itself at home. In this tutorial, I'm sharing how I created this framed flakes design and the little details that help keep chrome crisp, flakes smooth, and overlays from getting bulky.
Puff Paint Flowers | Nail Art Tutorial
These colorful puff paint flower nails reminded me of The Lizzie McGuire Movie, terrible Starbucks cappuccinos, and the fact that growing up doesn't mean giving up whimsy. Follow along as I show you how to create this textured floral nail art using gel and acrylic powder.
Sketchbook Florals | Nail Art Tutorial
Perfectly imperfect is my kind of style, in art and in life. I love the way the new formula of Kokoist Bleeding Ink flows, and for this look I really wanted to lean into the watercolor vibes of it all. Think artsy, billowy, peony-adjacent blooms with a soft painterly finish.
Inky Abstract | Nail Art Tutorial
Inspired by an abstract image I stumbled across on Pinterest, this layered design combines soft color washes, Bleeding Ink, and unexpected tools to create a moody, inky effect with plenty of depth and dimension.
Abstract Lava Lamp | Nail Art Tutorial
While there are definitely more on-the-nose lava lamp manicures out there, I’m more of a fan of a nod-and-wink approach to inspiration. What better way to modernize the lava lamp vibe than to throw in some #aestheticgirl details and a valentine’s adjacent color palette.
Meet Me in Tulum | NailPro Magazine Feature
When NailPro Magazine asked me to create nail art inspired by Tulum, Mexico, I found myself drawn to two themes: vibrancy and earthiness. These editorial nail designs explore the colorful architecture, folk art, natural textures, and rich visual contrasts that make Tulum such a memorable source of inspiration.
Watercolor Ceramic | Nail Art Tutorial
Inspired by Wabi Sabi and handmade ceramics, this watercolor nail art tutorial combines soft milky colors, subtle texture, and a perfectly imperfect finish. The result feels equal parts pottery glaze, watercolor painting, and modern nail art.
Nuance Tortoise Shell | Nail Art Tutorial
Traditional amber tortoise and blonde tortoise have long been staples in my studio, but this softer caramel version fills a gap that had been bugging me for years. Think vintage compacts, heirloom jewelry boxes, and warm swirls of butterscotch and honey.
Jelly Clouds | Nail Art Tutorial
Strawberry jelly skies, fluffy marshmallow clouds, and just enough glitter to make everything better. This dreamy nail art tutorial combines a hand-painted ombré with soft cloud details for a look that's easier to create than it appears.
Variegated Monstera | Nail Art Tutorial
Plant TikTok had us all contemplating questionable financial decisions in the name of rare houseplants. Instead of spending hundreds of dollars on a variegated monstera clipping, I turned the obsession into a nail art tutorial.
Mexican Tile | Nail Art Tutorial
Inspired by childhood trips to Mexico and the colorful pottery markets that still live rent free in my brain, this Mexican tile nail art tutorial combines a classic blue, rust, and ivory palette with simple hand-painted details.
Sky Daisies | Nail Art Tutorial
Remember in the nineties when we all wanted to look like we were in the seventies? Everything down to polyester button ups and bell bottom jeans, not to mention the ever-present sunflowers and daisies. Seriously, I had SO many shirts and skirts with daisies on them- the more retro, the better.
Velvet Nails | Nail Art Tutorial
Not to get all Miranda Priestly on you, but velvet nails for fall never get old. Learn how magnetic gel creates that rich, dimensional velvet effect and pick up a few tips for creating your own.
Moody Marble | Nail Art Tutorial
Remember the cool aunt from Eighties Paradise? Meet her moodier counterpart. This black, charcoal, and gold marble design channels all the drama of a 1980s Wall Street skyscraper lobby.
Celestial Opal | Nail Art Tutorial
Like many of my favorite designs, Celestial Opal builds its depth through layers. Beautiful as a full set across all ten nails or as an accent nail mixed into another manicure, it's versatile, dimensional, and flattering on just about everybody.
Always Amethyst | Nail Art Tutorial
Learn how to create an amethyst-inspired nail art design using layered jelly gels, mica flakes, and delicate hand-painted veining. This versatile stone technique can be adapted to create everything from rose quartz to jade and marble effects.
Toasted Ceramic | Nail Art Tutorial
Inspired by rustic turquoise pottery and finished with touches of gold foil, this ceramic-inspired nail art design combines earthy texture, desert color palettes, and a little artistic flair.
Blonde Tortoise | Nail Art Tutorial
After nearly a year of experimenting, I finally cracked the code on blonde tortoise shell nails. A closer look at the technique, the products I used, and the surprisingly simple detail that brought the whole design together.
EIGHTIES PARADISE | NAIL ART TUTORIAL
Inspired by the stylish women, mauve furniture, big hair, and unapologetic excess of the 1980s, Eighties Paradise combines iridescent mylar, gold foil, and soft pink tones for a colorful nail art design with a healthy dose of nostalgia.
Lime Green Ombré Nails | Nail Art Tutorial
Gel ombré can be intimidating, but they're one of the most versatile nail art techniques to have in your toolkit. Learn how I created this sparkly lime green ombré design and the simple mindset shift that helped me stop overthinking the process.