Competitors From Around the World that Support Nailympia Competitions
5 Nailympia Competitor
Jacqueline McClement
Canada
Salon
Area of competition expertise: So far I have only competed in the Nail Art online categories. I try do do all the available categories to push myself.
Years competiting: 8
Number of Nailympia events competed at: 5
Nailympia events competed at: Online
Divisions awarded medals in: Division 3
Are you an educator?: No
Have you been a judge?: Yes
Why did you choose to join the Nailympia circuit?: I started competing in Nailympia Competitions online during Covid. It was a very stressful & anxious time for me & I needed the distraction of my nail art to keep myself calm. I thought it was just a temporary period in my life, but I fell in love with competing! It gave me a reason to create.
I believe Nailympia is one of the most prestigious nail competitions, worldwide. It is more than a competition, it is a community that is very encouraging & supportive of nail artists. I feel the many judges are always fair & the judging process is done very carefully & professionally.
What has winning at Nailympia done for your career & confidence?: I have gained immense confidence by joining in Nailympia competitions. I am also thankful that I was able to compete at a distance by the online opportunity It can be very expensive to travel to all the different places where these competitions are located, so I appreciate the ability to compete online. I do hope that I may compete in the live arena someday soon.
Industry accolades: Nailon Global 2021- 1st place & 3rd place
NTNA 2023 1st place- (Nails Magazine Top Nail Artist)
Nailympia 2022- Art Winner of Winners ( online categories) Level 1
NASNA (2025) top 25
Favourite nail brands: My favourite nail brands are Ugly Duckling, Kirsty Meakin, Glitterbels, Emi nails, Young Nails, Kiara Sky, Johens & Light Elegance
Career biography: I began my nail career by obtaining my Estetician Nail Technician certificate in 2017. I opened my own private nail studio in 2018. I then began taking as many classes as I could find. I travelled to Los Angeles, Vancouver & other closer cities for classes. I have also taken many online courses to gain as much knowledge & confidence in my new career.
Around that time I discovered my love for nail competitions by entering Nails Magazine's NTNA competitions , which I won and received a feature in their magazine. After that point I started entering as many competitions as I was able, this is where I discovered the Nailympia competitions as well as Scratch Magazine competitions. I am competing in the second season of the “North American Star Nail Artist”.
Personal biography: I have been a nail technician for 8 years now. Aside from being a nail artist, I have also created wall murals & wall art paintings. I have 3 published children’s books that I have illustrated. I also very much enjoy golfing during the summer with my husband & family.
Why you believe in nail competitions?: Nail competitions give you the opportunity to increase your talents & gain confidence. Learning & trying new techniques while creating your mini masterpieces. It’s not all about the winning; it’s about gaining knowledge & skill. You also create a network of friends from around the world & cheer each other on.
Advice to other competitors: Have fun & just do it! Follow those nail artists that inspire you & take classes to learn their skills & what makes them successful. Never stop learning & pushing yourself to do better.
Listen to the judges' comments & try to improve for the next time.
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