The Art of Nails
A comprehensive nail art course that takes you right from the very basics through to the advanced techniques your idols use with clear step by step demonstrations.
This module is suitable for anyone from complete beginners with no experience through to qualified nail techs wanting a refresher.
This module covers:
- Choosing products and tools suitable for each design
- Colour theory
- Glitter fades, designs and full cover nails
- Pressed pigment designs
- Etching
- Mixing products to achieve new results
- Matte finishes
- Blooming/dispersion designs
- Marbling
- Sugaring
- Using stylus/dotting tools to make quick work of designs
- Detailed instructions on painting fine lines by hand
- Animal prints
- Florals
- Painting characters
- Foils, leaves and striping tapes
- 3D Embellishments
- Embedding fibres and other materials
- Encapsulating art inside acrylic and hard gel
- 3D acrylic art
Includes:
- 16+hours of video content. Pre-recorded demo videos allow you to see a demonstration from multiple angles, up close and with the benefit of rewatching
- 7-day support via Monaco Nail Academy Facebook Group
Add in-person lessons to your online nail art course for extra hands-on learning. Perfect for mastering techniques and gaining confidence with One-on-One guidance.
This course does not come with a kit. We prefer not to bundle products you may already have. You can browse our wide range of nail art supplies to add what you need. View Student Products Kits.
Prerequisites: None - Everyone is welcome! Please note however that this course alone does not constitute a nail tech qualification and should be treated as an add on to a course that covered safety, hygiene and gel polish use if you are looking to work in the industry. Our ‘Manicures and Pedicures’ module is an example of this.
Have questions or need guidance? I’m always happy to chat: anna@nailart.nz
Choose Your Study Pathway
Whether you're taking a single module or a full qualification, your enrolment begins with selecting your course. Once your deposit is processed, you’ll receive 12 months of online access to your chosen course or module.
Choose Your Payment Option
To keep things flexible, you can enrol in one of three ways:
Full Course (Deposit + Lessons): Includes your deposit and required in-person lessons. Training dates can be booked immediately.
Deposit Only: If you prefer to spread out payments, you can start with the course deposit. This secures your place and unlocks your 12 months of online learning. When you're ready, you can purchase your in-person lessons separately. These lessons are required for certification, and once paid, we’ll book your practical training schedule.
Lessons Only: If you’ve already paid your deposit, you can purchase the in-person lessons to begin your hands-on training with me.
Flexible Payment Methods
You can pay via website, bank transfer, or Afterpay.
I understand that paying everything upfront isn’t always possible. If you need a payment plan, just reach out - I’m happy to work with you to create something manageable so you can keep progressing.
Access to Your Online Learning
Within 2 business days of enrolling, you will receive access to the online components of your course.
If this is your first time enrolling with Monaco Nail Academy, please put your preferred username and password in the notes of your order. If not supplied, we will choose one for you.
Book Your In-Person Lessons
As you move through your online learning, you’ll see prompts that say “It’s time to book a lesson.” These are your prepaid, in-person sessions with me at my home salon in Nelson. Other locations can be arranged, though extra fees may apply.
Training Kit Options
Products kits are an additional cost to your course. All courses require professional only products and must be used during class time. Comprehensive Monaco Nail Academy kits - along with Nailart training kits designed to complement your course - are available to purchase directly through Nailart. As a student you’re eligible to purchase through both Monaco Nail Academy and
Nailart.
Check the Terms & Conditions
Before starting, please take a moment to read through my full Terms & Conditions.
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