The team behind nail industry resource, Scratch magazine, and international nail competition, Nailympia, is exciting the North American nail sector with the launch of an online contest: North America’s Star Nail Artist.

This exciting 11-month adventure, which begins July 1 2024, seeks to unite the North American nail sector: elevating the creativity and imagination of nail pros while celebrating talent and innovation. It is supported by prominent industry brands, including CND™, Light Elegance, Gelish, LeChat and Glitterbels, who will each play a huge role in setting monthly challenges for 50 shortlisted creatives.

The competition welcomes nail professionals from all corners of North America, regardless of their industry experience, to showcase their creativity and flair.

Whether contestants specialise in intricate hand-painted designs, avant-garde sculptures or dazzling embellishments, North America’s Star Nail Artist promises to offer a platform for their talents to shine.

Timeline of events:

• July 1 – August 31: Nail artists enter the contest via scratchmagazine.co.uk/nasna
• September 27: A shortlist of 50 creatives is announced.
• October 1 – April 31: Monthly nail art challenges commence (7 total), with eliminations after each challenge.
• May 1: The top 3 nail artists are announced.
• June 1: The winner is announced at the Scratch Social networking event, Orlando, FL.

The competition will consist of seven monthly challenges, each designed to challenge participants and push the boundaries of nail artistry.

A panel of esteemed judges, comprised of industry experts, sponsors and luminaries, will evaluate entries based on criteria such as originality, technical skill and overall impact.

The top three nail artists at the end of the seven challenges will be flown to Orlando, FL, for the finale, where they’ll each receive a cash prize, products and press coverage.

The winner of North America’s Star Nail Artist will not only receive recognition as a leader in the field, but opportunities throughout their reigning year and a stunning trophy to showcase their success.

Set to captivate nail enthusiasts and professionals alike, this event promises to showcase the diverse talents and techniques that make North America a hub of nail art excellence.

“We are incredibly excited to introduce this contest to the vibrant North American nail art community,” says Helena Biggs, editorial & partnerships director at Scratch magazine, who unveiled to contest at the Scratch Social networking event at Premiere Orlando, FL, on June 2.

“This competition represents an opportunity to celebrate the incredible talent and creativity that define our industry. We can’t wait to see the innovative designs and techniques that participants will bring at each challenge stage.”

For more information and to register your interest, visit www.scratchmagazine.co.uk/nasna