There are times when you want a simple manicure, and times when you want those nails to make a bold statement. When it comes to the latter, these 20 Cleveland nail artists are some of the most inspiring in the area. Check out their Instagram pages for a dazzling look at what you can expect as a client. 

There are times when you want a simple manicure, and times when you want those nails to make a bold statement. When it comes to the latter, these 20 Cleveland nail artists are some of the most inspiring in the area. Check out their Instagram pages for a dazzling look at what you can expect as a client. 

nailedbysarah 21139 Lorain Rd., Suite 10, Fairview Park | (216)672-8915 (Text only) Co-owner of Elysian Nail Studio, Sarah Dayne can give your nails the extravagant works or a simple, bold statement. Scheduling information can be found here. Photo via nailedbysarah/Instagram
calvins_canvas 683 N. Cleveland Ave., Westerville | (614) 392-5792 Calvin works at Essence Nails and Spa, which treats guests to a luscious experience, judging by the chandelier and rich colors of the space. At the moment, new clients are not being accepted, but this artist is worth the wait. Photo via calvins_canvas/Instagram
nailsby.madison_ Snapchat: mvdisonn Madison is a mother, nail artist and licensed cosmetologist who can do some crazy things with acrylics. Photo via nailsby.madison_/Instagram
kims_nailpage 21139 Lorain Rd., Suite 10, Fairview Park | (216) 577-4561 (Text only) Kimberly M. is co-owner of Elysian Nail Studio. She takes appointments here. Photo via kims_nailpage/Instagram
scandalous_nailz (216) 255-0446 (Text only) Johanna Cashtro is a home-based licensed nail technician who takes in-advance appointments only. For new clients, a $20 deposit is required. Photo via scandalous_nailz/Instagram
martinasnails_ (216) 403-8287 Martina Cruz, owner of the new nail salon Nails By Martina, only takes online appointments, which you can make here. Photo via martinasnails_/Instagram
nailsbylanni 24723 Cedar Rd. | (216) 269-8303 (Text only) Lanni Jade works at Sola Salon Studios and is a licensed nail technician and instructor whose nails “speak more than words.” She is also the creator of Press’d by Lanni, a line of nails that solves the problematic long waits at salons. Photo via nailsbylanni/Instagram
nailsbydeirdre 21139 Lorain Rd., Suite 10, Fairview Park Able to work with both nails and lashes, Deirdre Lowery is co-owner of Elysian Nail Studio. She takes appointments only. Photo via nailsbydeirdre/Instagram
platinumpinkies (567) 241-3618 (Text only) Jennifer Atwell is a hairstylist and nail artist. She’s done nurse-themed nails, Parisian-themed nails, LGBTQ pride-themed nails and much more. Photo via platinumpinkies/Instagram
nailsbyniqua Niqua is a nail technician who likes to venture into as many realms of nail art as possible. Message her for more information about appointments. Her Instagram bio states that if you name something, she probably does it. Photo via nailsbyniqua/Instagram
beautybycarmenr (216) 315-3308 Carmen has a mobile nail service company called Pretty Lyfe Beauty LLC. You can get nails done for any occasion in the comfort of your own home. Photo via beautybycarmenr/Instagram
nuthin_butnails 2139 Noble Rd., East Cleveland | 216-539-8081 Get some fun nails done at Tiffany’s Nails & Hair Salon. Tiffany Everett is a licensed nail technician who specializes in acrylic nails and nail art. Photo via nuthin_butnails/Instagram
ultimate_nail_goddess 50_Shadezz_of_Red Message nail artist Jazzie Marie for more information about her shop, appointments and high quality nail services. Photo via ultimate_nail_goddess/Instagram
nails_by_alois77 2851 Noble Rd., Cleveland Heights | (216) 533-9826 Owner of Ju’see Nails, Alicia is a nail technician who isn’t afraid of bright and bold colors and designs. Photo via nails_by_alois77/Instagram
nailaholic._ (216) 469-3258 (Text for address AFTER booking an appointment) Get ready to #BlameNay4TheSlay. You need to book appointments in advance with Nay Banks here. A $20 deposit is required when booking. Photo via nailaholic._/Instagram
lip27iknails_07 1651 Lee Rd., Cleveland Heights | (216) 450-7872 (Text only) Ashley Simone is a licensed nail technician at B. Smith Studio. Deposits are required for appointments. Photo via lip27iknails_07/Instagram
bossdiva_nails2u Message Bossdivacreations for more information about their nail art and appointments. A $20 non-refundable deposit is required for booking. Photo via bossdiva_nails2u/Instagram
polishedbychelle216 Message Rochelle Cloud for more information about her nail services and appointments. Photo via polishedbychelle216/Instagram
nailzbynella (216) 647-8345 (Text only) Nella is a self-taught nail artist who takes appointments everyday for a salon experience inside her home in Warrensville. Photo via nailzbynella/Instagram
nailsbytayleh 18105 Detroit Ave., Lakewood | (216) 505-5555 Taylor Lehmann is a nail technician at Lakewood’s new salon, The Lock Loft, and she specializes in natural nails and pedicures. You can take a chance at walking in, or book an appointment here. Photo via nailsbytayleh/Instagram

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