GlossaryLive is proud to honor Courtney Cantwell as our Artist of the Month, a visionary nail artist, educator, and salon owner whose career spans over two decades. Based in Hanford, California, Courtney began her journey into nails at just 14, teaching herself zebra print designs with makeshift tools. By 2002, she was a licensed nail technician, and in 2004, she opened her own salon, Ladies Room Beauty Parlor, known for its bold nail art and encapsulated glitter designs. 

Courtney’s passion for education led her to join V Beauty Pure as an ambassador in 2019, becoming a senior educator by 2021. She now teaches her signature techniques, like long stiletto shapes and vibrant gel art, to aspiring nail artists worldwide . Her dedication to mentoring has helped numerous nail techs build successful careers. 

Her work has been featured in industry publications, including a cover for Beauty Launchpad with her spine-chilling skeleton nail art, as well as interviews and numerous tutorials with GlossaryLive.com.  With over 120,000 Instagram followers, Courtney continues to inspire with her innovative designs and commitment to the craft . 

Courtney’s journey exemplifies the power of creativity, resilience, and passion in the nail industry. We celebrate her contributions and look forward to seeing her continued impact on the world of nail art.

Learn more about Courtney and see her inspiring nail tutorials