Meet the Gen-Z Nail Artist Whose Manicures Are Taking Over NYC

What are some nail trends that you’re loving right now?

I love anything that's 3D or sculptural, things with a lot of emphasis on textures. I remember doing a manicure that was fuzzy and furry. Anything that has 3D bubbles or raindrops I love, and same with anything that looks really abstract. My favorite style, though, is always going to be the super-cute, Kawaii, pastel-girly looks.

What are the biggest nail trends you’re predicting for fall?

I think new nail trends are definitely going to align with the new subcultures that are popping up. Like, the “clean girl aesthetic” and more styles like that. I had a girl come to me wanting something that was “coastal grandma vibes,” and I gave her a cute marble, ocean-y looking vibe with little seashells to make it a bit more extra. I also think a lot more airbrushing will be popular, and using new materials in innovative ways.

As a self-taught artist, what advice would you give another creative entering the beauty world?

Practice, and don’t be scared to do it. Practice on people, practice on your friends, practice on friends of friends and mutuals — literally on anyone that will let you do it. Take that opportunity and run with it, because that’s what really helped me out in the beginning. I have very supportive friends that let me practice on them, and then they recommended me to other friends, and to have that word of mouth going helps a lot. You have to keep pushing against obstacles and know that you’re doing this for a reason.

What’s next on the horizon for you?

I have so many ideas, you have no idea! I really want to do more media and event jobs, those things that’ll kind of immortalize my work in some way. I’ve always been interested in doing something film and TV related, and if I can get into that industry by doing nails, that’d be a really cool way to start off. I’ve always wanted to do something with fashion, like have my own fashion brand. I went to FIT, and I studied fashion in high school as well, so if I could transition from doing nails to going to fashion a little bit more, I can expand my brand. I want to show I’m a creative in every sense and aspect, but I’m really passionate about what I’m doing now, and forever grateful to anyone who has ever let me do their nails, anyone who has ever congratulated me on any success I’ve had, anyone who has ever given me a job for a photoshoot, all the little things that have helped me get to where I am now. I’m incredibly grateful, and I only want to do more.

This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.