Judges From Around the World that Support Nailympia Competitions
2 Nailympia Judge
Svitlana Motyl
United States
Online training| Salon
Area of judging expertise: Nail Art
Years as a judge: 2
Number of Nailympia events judged: 2
Nailympia events judged: Orlando, Anaheim
Are you an educator?: Yes
Industry accolades: Nailympia Orlando 2025 – Division 3, 2nd place Gel Polish Nails. Grand Prix Winner of the Winners (Division 1), Global Talent Beauty Cup Chicago 2025. Certified Regional Trainer – Union of Beauty Industry Professionals of Ukraine (UBIPU) from 2026. Educator, Certified Nail Instructor & International Competition Judge. Floor Judge at Nailympia, International Judge for Global Talent Beauty Cup, GABI International Championships & the International Eastern European Beauty Association (IEBA). Licensed nail technician & co-owner Artme nails studio, Chicago, Illinois.
Favourite nail brands: Staleks, CND, The Gel Bottle, InHipe, DARK(Ukraine) & JZ nail(Ukraine)
Industry figures you admire: I am inspired by all Nailympia judges, competitors, educators & organisers who dedicate their talent, creativity & passion to advancing our industry. Every professional brings a unique perspective & I believe that surrounding yourself with talented people is one of the greatest ways to continue learning & growing.
I would especially like to acknowledge Alex Fox, whose vision through Nailympia & Scratch Magazine has made an extraordinary impact on the global nail industry. Her creativity, leadership & genuine passion continue to inspire professionals around the world.
I also greatly admire Victoria Kysil, whose professionalism & dedication have been a source of inspiration throughout my own journey in the industry. From Ukraine, I would like to recognise Yuliia Zvarych, an international educator & founder of a successful professional gel brand, for her contribution to education, innovation & the development of nail professionals.
Career biography: After graduating from university, I never expected the nail industry to become my lifelong career. It all began when my mother encouraged me to take a nail course, believing it would suit my creative personality. From that moment, I fell in love with the profession & have dedicated more than 20 years to it.
In Ukraine, I owned my own nail studio & worked as an educator, training nail professionals. In 2023, I moved to the United States, where I worked in a large American nail salon while competing in international championships.
Today, I am the co-owner of Artme Nails Studio in Chicago, an international educator & a judge for several prestigious international nail championships. I am passionate about continuous learning, sharing knowledge & helping advance professional standards within the global nail industry. I look forward to continuing to grow & contribute to the nail industry, which has become my lifelong passion
Personal biography: Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with my husband & our two children. One of my greatest passions is travelling & discovering new places & cultures. I also love spending time outdoors, especially fishing, which helps me relax & recharge. In my free time, I enjoy reading, drawing & playing billiards.
Why you believe in nail competitions?: I believe competitions are the best place to truly demonstrate your professional skills, especially on the international stage. They bring together the most talented & dedicated nail professionals from around the world. Every championship is an opportunity to be inspired by outstanding work, discover new creative ideas, techniques & continue learning. Competitions are not only about winning - they are about personal & professional growth, expanding your horizons & taking your career to the next level.
Advice to competitors: Never be afraid to take the first step. Entering a competition is one of the best investments you can make in yourself. Every championship is an opportunity to grow, gain confidence & exchange knowledge with talented professionals from around the world. Whether you win or not, you leave with new experience, inspiration & skills that will help shape your future career.
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