Gel Sculpting & Salon Nail Art Masterclass - ONE Show, Portland, Oregon - Monday, May 7
LuvNailz Academy – Gel Sculpting & Salon Nail Art Masterclass
One-Day Intensive | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | $399
Take your gel nail skills to the next level with this exciting, hands-on, full-day training experience! This intensive class is a condensed version of the popular two-day LvNailz Academy program, combining essential gel sculpting techniques with creative, salon-friendly nail art.
Designed for nail professionals looking to refine their techniques, improve efficiency, and expand their service offerings, this class focuses on practical skills you can immediately put to work in your salon.
Morning Session: Gel Sculpting & Structure
We'll begin with the fundamentals of creating beautiful, strong, long-lasting gel nails. Learn proper nail preparation, gel application and sculpting techniques, and how to achieve the correct structure, balance, and shape for professional results.
Topics include:
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Proper natural nail preparation for maximum adhesion
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Gel sculpting techniques and product control
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Creating strong, balanced nail enhancements
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Proper filing, shaping, and finishing techniques
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Techniques for beautiful, long-lasting 30-Day Manicures
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Troubleshooting common lifting, cracking, and service breakdown issues
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Proper fill and rebalance techniques for maintaining gel enhancements
Afternoon Session: Creative Salon Nail Art
In the afternoon, we'll shift our focus to fun, beautiful, and profitable nail art techniques that can easily be incorporated into everyday salon services.
Explore a variety of creative techniques, including:
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Glitter fades and ombré designs
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Nail stamping techniques for detailed, professional designs
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Working with nail art foils
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Creating beautiful effects with alcohol inks
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Tips and tricks for combining techniques to create unique salon nail art
You'll learn how to achieve impressive results while keeping your designs practical and efficient for salon appointments.
Class Details
Tuition: $399 per student
Includes: Class Kit Valued at over $300
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Format: One-day, hands-on intensive workshop
Experience Level: Nail professionals and students with basic gel experience
What to Bring: Your LED lamp, e-file, basic manicure implements, Art brushes, practice tips for nail art and hand free of product for practical application.
Whether you're looking to perfect your gel sculpting, improve the longevity of your manicures, troubleshoot challenging fills, or add new nail art services to your menu, this class offers a full day of practical education and creative inspiration.
Elevate your skills, build your confidence, and bring fresh techniques back to your salon!
*Classes are transferable but non refundable.