Foundation Art Course
Beautiful nail art doesn't have to be complicated.
Our Foundation Nail Art Course is designed to teach you the essential skills needed to create elegant, salon-ready designs that clients love and are happy to pay extra for.
Taught by Celebrity Nail Artist and Brillbird Educator Sarah Evans, this course focuses on developing your brush control and precision, giving you the confidence to create stunning fine line artwork, delicate florals, butterflies and intricate salon designs with ease.
Whether you choose to learn online from home at your own pace or attend in person at the academy, you'll receive expert tuition, ongoing support and an ABT accredited qualification that will help you stand out in a competitive industry.
This course is the perfect starting point for anyone wanting to begin their nail art journey and increase their earning potential.
WHY THIS COURSE?
Adding nail art to your treatment menu is one of the quickest ways to increase your average appointment value and attract new clients.
✨ Increase your income
✨ Create a unique selling point
✨ Attract new clients through social media
✨ Learn modern salon nail art techniques
✨ Build confidence with brush control
✨ Receive expert feedback and ongoing support
✨ Gain a strong foundation to continue your nail art journey with
Included with your course:
✔ Premium Brillbird Kit
✔ Student Support Group
✔ 10% Discount on Brillbird Products
✔ 10% Discount on ABT Insurance
✔ Lifetime Support
✔ Fully ABT Accredited Qualification
WHY MANCHESTER NAIL AND BEAUTY ACADEMY?
At Manchester Nail & Beauty Academy, we believe that anyone can learn beautiful nail art with the right guidance.
Our courses focus on teaching the foundations properly so you understand the techniques behind the designs rather than simply copying them.
Sarah's supportive teaching style, small class sizes and personalised feedback help students build confidence and develop skills that last throughout their career.
We've helped hundreds of nail technicians start or progress their nail journey, many of whom now offer premium nail art services and charge higher prices because of the skills they've gained.
MEET YOUR EDUCATOR- SARAH EVANS
Sarah has dedicated her career to helping students become exceptional nail artists.
She teaches perfection, attention to detail and precision—not just product application.
As a Celebrity Nail Artist and Brillbird Educator, Sarah has worked backstage at New York Fashion Week, worked with celebrities, and continually advances her own education to ensure students are learning the latest industry techniques.
Her passion is helping students unlock their creativity while producing beautiful, professional-quality work.
WHO IS THE FOUNDATION COURSE FOR?
This course is perfect for anyone wanting to confidently add nail art to their services or improve their existing artistic skills.
Ideal for:
✔ Qualified nail technicians wanting to increase their prices
✔ Technicians wanting to offer premium nail art
✔ Students who feel previous nail art training lacked depth
✔ Beginners wanting to build strong artistic foundations
✔ Nail artists wanting better brush control and confidence
Whether you're creating nail art for fun or to grow your business, this course will give you the skills to produce elegant salon designs with confidence.
COURSE CONTENT
Learn the essential techniques behind beautiful salon nail art.
You'll master:
🎨 Brush Control
🎨 Ultra Fine Line Techniques
🎨 Delicate Lace Designs
🎨 Butterflies
🎨 Floral Designs
🎨 Bows
🎨 Precision Detailing
🎨 Professional Product Control
Throughout the course you'll complete 4–5 beautiful salon designs, giving you techniques you can immediately offer to clients.
PREREQUISITE
No previous experience or qualifications are required.
This course is suitable for complete beginners as well as qualified nail technicians looking to improve their nail art skills.
INCLUDED KIT
Your course includes:
✔ Line Art Brush
✔ 0 Art Brush
✔ Black Brush & Go Gel
Please Bring:
• White Nail Display Tips (available to purchase for £6.50)
• White Buffing Block
• Gel Stirrer
• Blu Tack
STUDY ONLINE OR IN PERSON
Choose the learning option that suits your lifestyle.
Online Training
💻 Learn from the comfort of your own home.
✔ Start immediately
✔ Study at your own pace
✔ Replay lessons whenever you like
✔ Perfect around work and family commitments
✔ Lifetime access and support
In-Person Training
🏫 Train at Manchester Nail & Beauty Academy.
✔ Live demonstrations
✔ Hands-on guidance
✔ Personalised feedback
✔ Learn alongside other students
✔ Ask questions throughout your training
Whichever option you choose, you'll receive the same expert tuition and accredited qualification.
COURSE COST
💷 Total In Person Course Cost: £230
💷 Total Online Course Cost: £130
✔ Professional Kit Included
✔ Accredited Qualification
✔ Lifetime Support
An affordable investment that can quickly pay for itself by allowing you to charge extra for beautiful nail art.
QUALIFICATION
Following your training, you'll submit 4 case studies demonstrating the techniques you've learnt.
Once successfully completed, you'll receive your fully ABT Accredited Qualification.
As with any skill, your results will reflect the time you invest in practising—but Sarah will be there to support you every step of the way with lifetime guidance and feedback.
LIVE MODEL
A live model is not required.
All techniques are taught and assessed on display tips, allowing you to focus on perfecting your brush control and artwork without the pressure of working on a client.
ACADEMY ADDRESS
Manchester Nail and Beauty Academy, 5 Silverbirch Way, Failsworth, Manchester, England
COURSE DATES
Monday 14th + 21st+ 28th September (Evening)(In person or live online)
This course is also available pre recorded and can be completed at any time with full support online.
COURSE TIMES
Morning
Start - 10:00
Finish - 12:30
Evening
Start - 18:00
Finish - 20:30
OUR CONTACT DETAILS
T: +44 (0) 7731517754
Email: manchesternailandbeautyacademy@hotmail.com
Turn simple nails into works of art—and increase your income at the same time.
Clients are willing to pay more for beautiful, unique nail art, making it one of the easiest ways to increase your average treatment price and stand out from the competition.
Whether you choose to study online from home or in person at the academy, this course will give you the confidence and skills to create elegant, professional nail art that keeps clients coming back.
✨ Start your nail art journey today and discover what you can create.


