GlossaryLive’s latest MasterClass series with award-winning nail artist Margarita Yutsaytis is a must-watch for any nail professional ready to elevate their hand-painted designs. Across three captivating episodes, Margarita reveals her signature transparent layering technique—an approach she learned from a traditional artist that creates depth, realism, and striking detail without overworking the design.

In Episode 1, she brings a lush tropical leaf to life, starting with textured white underpainting and then blending rich greens with precision highlights. 

Episode 2 moves into layered florals, combining shades of purple, orange, and pink for soft yet bold blooms, encouraging artists to personalize each petal. 

In Episode 3, Margarita takes it up a notch with an advanced tropical flower, layering coral, fuchsia, and golden yellow for showstopping impact. Each lesson builds on the last, giving you a toolkit for creating cohesive, professional-level nail art sets.

After the series, we asked Margarita about her technique. She explained that layering begins with correct underpainting—once that’s right, colors naturally fall into place, forming shadows and highlights. While she doesn’t use layering for every design, it’s her go-to for realistic work, from flowers and leaves to animals and even abstract art.

Her favorite designs? Contrasting compositions that mix fiery flowers with lush greenery. She recommends working with gel paints of medium consistency and rich pigmentation, alongside a well-pigmented white base. A 10-color palette is plenty for mixing endless shades, and natural bristle brushes are her top choice for smooth blending.

For those eager to learn more, Margarita also offers live trainings at her salon, with updates posted on her official website. Her advice to aspiring artists: “Push yourself. Don’t be afraid of complexity—it’s where your style truly develops.”

Whether you’re just starting in hand-painted nail art or are an experienced artist looking for advanced inspiration, this MasterClass delivers both the technical foundation and creative spark you need. Watch the full three-part series now on GlossaryLive.com and bring your tropical visions to life.