Competitors From Around the World that Support Nailympia Competitions
2 Nailympia Competitor
Tran Papp
United Kingdom
Salon
Area of competition expertise: Structured nail techniques & artistic nail design incorporating fine arts & 3D elements
Years competiting: 3
Number of Nailympia events competed at: 2
Nailympia events competed at: London, Online
Divisions awarded medals in: Division 2
Are you an educator?: No
Have you been a judge?: No
Why did you choose to join the Nailympia circuit?: I chose to join the Nailympia circuit because I wanted to challenge & evaluate my own skills through an international & prestigious competition. What I truly appreciate about Nailympia is that it's a fair & transparent scoring system, which allows every competitor to understand their strengths & areas for improvement. For me, this is not only a chance to grow technically, but also an incredible opportunity to connect with, learn from, & be inspired by the talented professionals & pioneers in the nail industry.
What has winning at Nailympia done for your career & confidence?: Winning at Nailympia has elevated my professional profile & strengthened my credibility as a nail artist. It has helped me gain the trust of clients & peers, & it also motivates me to continue refining my techniques & creativity. This achievement has become a strong foundation for my next steps - I hope to work with top nail brands as an ambassador & in the future become an educator to inspire & share my techniques with young nail artists.
Industry accolades: Division 1: Art Winner of Winners trophy / Top UK Tech Trophy & 7 medals across categories (Design Album Cover, Joy of Nails, L&P Acrylic Structure, Perfect Match, Runway Nails & Reality Nails)
Division 2: 4 medals for categories AI Nail Vision Poster, Fantasy Complete Look, Design Nails for an Album Cover & To Stiletto & Beyond
Favourite nail brands: Indigo, Blazing Star, Halo, Hara, The Gel Bottle & Astonishing
Career biography: My journey in the nail industry began quite unexpectedly. While studying for my BSc (Hons) in Business Studies at Lincoln University, I had the opportunity to work part-time at a nail salon. What started as a casual job gradually grew into a genuine passion — something that truly captured my heart & changed my career direction completely.
In 2021, alongside pursuing my Master’s degree in International Accounting & Finance, I opened Tran Papp Studio in Chelmsford. A year later, I expanded by launching Salon Miu Tran Nails in Southend, which was successfully franchised in March 2025.
I’m now focusing on personal & professional growth at Tran Papp Studio, continuously improving my techniques & competing internationally. My next goal is to become a qualified nail educator - to inspire & share my knowledge with the next generation of passionate nail artists.
Personal biography: Beyond my nail career, I find joy in simple & creative things - caring for my pug & white Siberian cat, learning new languages, painting & playing the piano. I also love writing short stories, which lets my imagination wander & I practice Jiu-jitsu to keep my body & mind balanced.
Why you believe in nail competitions?: I believe in nail competitions because they push artists to grow, challenge their creativity & continuously improve their skills. Competitions provide a fair & transparent platform where hard work, precision & artistry are recognised. Beyond personal development, they foster a strong community, where we can learn from peers & industry leaders, exchange ideas & be inspired. For me, competitions are not just about winning - they are about setting higher standards for myself & contributing to the growth of the nail industry.
Advice to other competitors: My advice to other competitors is to stay true to your passion & focus on continuous improvement. Competitions are not just about winning, but about learning, pushing your limits & discovering what you are truly capable of. Take every challenge as an opportunity to grow, be open to feedback & enjoy the journey — your dedication & creativity will always shine through.
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