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ICECOLD’s ACRYLICS
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ICECOLD's ACRYLICS
Article by Alex Fox | Published in 2024
Discover a groundbreaking exploration of nail artistry with ICECOLD’s ACRYLICS exhibition and accompanying book, presented by VCG. This innovative showcase, set to captivate audiences in New York City, unveils the intricate sculptural artistry that defines nail art as a unique medium. Through a fusion of sculptural installations, editorial narratives, and sonic storytelling, ICECOLD invites viewers on an immersive journey into the complex world of nails.
ACRYLICS offers a surreal interpretation of the traditional manicure experience, with crimson ‘nail polish’-adorned hands emerging from gallery walls, weaving together narratives from a diverse array of nail artists. Each artist shares their creative voice and perspective through unique nail expressions, creating a nostalgic yet innovative salon experience for exhibition attendees.
ICECOLD’s creative vision permeates every aspect of the ACRYLICS installation, crafting a comprehensive 360-degree experience for viewers. From meticulously designed exhibits to the intimate storytelling within the accompanying coffee table book, ACRYLICS offers a captivating exploration of nail art’s rich history and cultural significance. Delving into its global origins and evolution, the exhibition highlights the creative contributions of Asian immigrants and Black Americans, shaping the vibrant landscape of nail artistry today.
Within the pages of the ACRYLICS book, readers are invited into the world of featured nail artists, offering insights into their creative processes and personal journeys. With thirty-five percent of book sales directly supporting the artists and production team, this publication serves as a testament to ICECOLD’s commitment to uplifting and empowering fellow creatives.
As a maestro of creativity, ICECOLD transcends conventional boundaries with her diverse skill set across various media. Through ACRYLICS, she aims to inspire audiences to explore and manifest their own creative ideas, fostering a new wave of artistic expression.
Experience the transformative power of ACRYLICS from February 10th to March 10th, 2024, at the A.I.R. Gallery in Brooklyn, New York.
Acrylics runs from 10 Feb– 10 March 2024
A.I.R. Gallery
155 Plymouth Street, Brooklyn, New York 11201
+001 (212) 255-6651
E: info@airgallery.org
Thao Nguyen
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Gilded Cages
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“In 2016 I took on the role of independent international educator and a world of opportunities opened up for me. Entering Nails magazine’s Next Top Nail Artist competition, was a life-changing event. It was not only the win that had an impact on my skills and my career, the entire journey through the competition made me a better nail professional. My motto is KEY: Keep Educating Yourself. I continue to do this and share my knowledge and experience with others through education.
“I could never have imagined at the beginning of my journey into nails that there would be so many opportunities and avenues in this dynamic industry. I’m looking forward to all the possibilities it has to offer.”
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Dream Flower
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Is the cuticle tissue dead or alive
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Is the cuticle tissue dead or alive?
Article by Alisha Rimando | Published in 2023
Cuticle is a thin layer of colorless dead tissue between the proximal nail fold, eponychium and the nail plate. Together they form a seal to keep pathogens from infecting the matrix area. To avoid product lifting in this area, best practice is to remove all cuticle that is directly attached to the nail plate, so polish and other nail products can adhere directly to the nail and not atop the cuticle. To gently detach cuticle from the nail plate, dip a 2×2 gauze square in cuticle remover and gently scrub the nail plate in a circular motion up to the eponychium. Trim excess cuticle or hangnails with a sharp cuticle nipper.
Finger Fashion Factoid
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Finger Fashion Factoid
Article by Alisha Rimando | Published in 2023
An ombré design is when one color fades into another and the meeting point creates a seamless blend of the two. Ombré is from the French word meaning ‘shaded’ or ‘shading’. It is a degradation of colors from dark to light or light to dark. This technique can be used with any nail art medium. Nail artists previously called this technique a ‘color fade’ or ‘color graduation’ in the 1990’s. The term ombre’ was coined in 2010 when hairdressers set the trend fading hair from dark to light.
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In this Master Class, Giselle Caballero shares both her sponging and airbrushing techniques for the creation of a bouncing baby boomer nail, also known as the ombré French.
Ombré
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Dragon Print
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BASE COAT
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BASE COAT [beys-koht]
What it is: Formulated to bond color to the natural nail, this nitrocelulose or gel-based product is used to promote adhesion of color and prevent staining.
How to use it: Used in manicures or artificial nail services to bond polish or gel polish to the surface of the nail.
How to apply it: Applied in a thin layer smoothly and evenly over a prepared natural nail or enhancement covering the tip.
How to remove it: Removed with acetone-based product remover.
How to store it: Store with lids tightly closed in a cool, dry place and keep away from heat and light.
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