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Cunnt Claws Nail’d: Tracy Kawaii

Hello November!!!! Starting with a new month, I was so stoked to present to you a new artist that I discovered right here in, NYC.  Based in the Flushing, Queens- freelance nail artist, Tracy Lok (Tracy Kawaii) is what I call a “Kawaii nail artist” who started doing nails as a hobby then as time progress; she took her craft to another level by revolving her pleasurable hobby into a part-time job along side her normal full-time day job. Admiring Tracy’s drive and of course her love for nail art, I was beyond bliss to experience a new talent right here in my city.

Offering me something to be excited about to the starting of this cold, November month -Tracy invited me into her cozy living space to supply my claws for its very first, Kawaii nail art! For those who are new to this type of nail art, Kawaii means “Cute” and it is a Japanese nail design, which entails loads of dainty embellishments. These embellishments can differ based on what spirit one may feel at the moment. For the most part, to stay in the realm of the Kawaii tradition, getting adorable characters such as; Hello kitty, Cupcakes, Ice-Cream cones, bunnies, etc are just a few charming 3-d characters that is collaborated with different variations of studs to complete the look. My first Kawaii experience shared with you!! :

SONY DSCMeet, Tracy Lok everyone!!!!

SONY DSC 1st Step: Removing the “gel” topcoat

SONY DSC            2nd Step: Gel topcoat is off, now time for my fill-in!!! (Even with w/ bare nails, the inspiration on Tracy’s nails are so inviting!)

SONY DSC3rd Step: Relaxing under the, LED light (In love with everything that glows. The LED light is like a nail club house, for a party of four! lol)

SONY DSC4th Step: The “SHOW-OUT” starring, Pineapple Treats! ( My new addiction…Nail Piercings…)

SONY DSCThumb action (Embellish Sea shells and studded negative spacing)

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SONY DSCTracy w/ out the adorable face mask….BIG SMILE!!

SONY DSCThe finish result: A traditional KAWAII nail art design  w/ a trendy emphasis of one pierced nail

FOR MORE ON TRACY LOK’S KAWAII NAIL DESIGNS, CHECK OUT HER  WORK HERE

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Halloween Extravaganza

Back at it again, our Halloween journey is still in motion. Come!…Jump on the claw track, and take a ride with us!!! WE READY… AND OFF LET’S GO:

thisisveniceThese claws are what you call a FULL SET of mix patterns!

photo 2Solid color detailing on both thumbs w/ a four finger nail art on the tips

peenkisthenewblack halloweenEye balls & Human INTESTINE: Super creative theme that really make us cringe !!!

tipgang…Bondage, bruises, and Frankenstein…RUNNNNNN! (To the nail shop that is,lol)

ilovemynailsEverything here exudes scary then w/ a touch of lips and tongue, a more playful vibe is created (Side Note: The pinky is actually a 3-d)

photoVintage style claws…. The humanistic figures displayed, takes us back to the old horror movie days

photo 2.Trick or Treat anyone?? Yep, I’ll have the eye-balls lollipop please!

tumblr_mv0xavQGcV1se3hxoo1_500Simple spider web design with the highlight of negative spacing

A little bumpy, but did you enjoy the ride? Tell us your favorite designs! 

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Claw Inspire

kellyHere’s a lil  fun for you guys!!! Two different instances of the Psychadelic print, and two different driven inspirations behind them! In the images above, you will see inspiring claws from nail artist, Kelly Blackwell….and my claws (rrrr!)

Kelly’s Inspiration: Robin Thicke, VMA’s suit attire! Click Here

My Inspiration: Symbolizes a “Cunnt Gal”, who is strung out on booze. Her world begun to spin!! and fast!

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Blog!!!HELLOOOOOOOOOO GUYS!!! (Cheers!) Welcome to the , Cunnt Claws blog!! Before I introduce myself, I just want to say thank you to everyone who came by to visit! My name is, Nikiba Marshall and I am a freelance nail art blogger based in- Brooklyn, NY. To sum up, you can put me in the category of a being a nail addict, nail cunnt, or nail lover (it all works for me, lol). From this point on, I will be giving all my viewers the different facets that make up the nail art community as a whole from my perspective. Truly, each and everyday I am inspired by all the individuals around the world who contribute to the nail art community. In honor of that inspiration, Cunnt Claws was created!

Before you explore, I want to start you guys’ right, with a NAILgasm TV video-created by NAILgasm’s director, Ayla Montgomery (Brass). For anyone who do not fully understand the art, this video will introduce the art of, Nail Art….ENJOY!

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