Patricia Chyła-Shilvan, founder of The Nail Place — a nail technician and educator with a passion for precision, quality, and elevated standards within the nail industry.

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My career began in 2014, and since then, I have dedicated myself to mastering the art of nail design and construction. In 2016, I established my own salon, where I developed a reputation for delivering refined, high-quality work with a strong focus on detail, structure, and longevity.

In 2019, I trained with Indigo Nails, becoming an official educator and delivering professional training to aspiring nail technicians. This experience laid the foundation for what would become my own independent training academy — allowing me to create and deliver training that reflects my personal standards, techniques, and approach to the industry.

Continuous development of my skills has always been very important to me. I have completed over 35 advanced courses across a wide range of nail techniques and I am a fully qualified QQI trainer, ensuring that every course I deliver is structured, accredited, and held to a professional standard.

I am now a proud Educator for Kohana Professional, working with carefully selected products that align with my commitment to quality, innovation, and performance.

Through The Nail Place, I provide professional nail education designed for those who value precision, technique, and long-term success within the industry. Alongside education, The Nail Place is also a working nail salon, where I continue to work closely with my regular clients — maintaining the same high standards, attention to detail, and quality that I teach. My approach is focused not only on results, but on building confidence, refining skill, and setting a higher standard of work.

Nail artistry and education are something I am truly passionate about, and I genuinely love what I do — both in the salon and in the classroom, sharing my knowledge and helping others grow.