The Smithsonian invited three nail artists to design nail art sets inspired by the art, artifacts, and stories featured in our museums. In this nine-part video series, follow Ameya Okamoto, Santana ...

Writer Tembe Denton-Hurst argues that this wearable art form isn’t just an extension of our fingertips, but also an extension of ourselves. In an insurmountable sea of nail art tutorials, product ...

Finding ourselves in art, objects, and stories. Howard Kaplan The final nail art from the three artists—Ameya Okamoto, Santana Walker, and Celeste Hampton—part of the Smithsonian's Nail Art Project.

What’s the single most influential accessory of 2026? The smallest, most expressive canvas: the manicure. Going into the new year, nail colors, shapes, and art aren't just an afterthought; they've ...