Magazine for the professional nail industry.
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AGENCY PROFILES Some of the leading agencies for manicurists you may want to look into if you're seeking representation. > Artists by Timothy Priano (www.abtp.com) Manicurists represented: 9 Locations: New York and Los Angeles The scoop: Over 50 of the world's top hairstylists, colorists, makeup artists, wardrobe stylists, prop stylists, manicurists, and photographers are represented by ABTP. Founded by hair and makeup agent Timothy Priano, the firm has cultivated relationships with luminaries such as Laura Mercier, Oscar Blandi, and Francois Nars. Today, artists work with Redken, Herbal Essences, Neutrogena, Aveeno, Victoria's Secret, Michael Kors, Vanity Fair, Elle, Annie Leibovitz, and David LaChapelle. > Bryan Bantry (www.bryanbantry.com) Manicurists represented: 3 Location: New York The scoop: Representing photographers, stylists, and beauty artists who work in fashion, entertainment, publishing, and web. This agency's clients have worked on InStyle, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Lucky, Teen Vogue, and Marie Claire. > Celestine Agency (www.celestineagency.com) Manicurists represented: 4 Location: Los Angeles The scoop: Founder and president Angelika Schubert understands the needs of artists and clients alike after working as a model and fashion designer for years. The agency possesses a roster of the world's most iconic image makers in fields such as hairstyling, makeup artists, wardrobe styling, prop stylists, set designers, and manicurists. The team of agents at Celestine strives to build long-lasting relationships for artist-client collaborations that are on trend and distinct. > Cloutier Remix (www.cloutierremix.com) Manicurists represented: 4 Location: Los Angeles The scoop: "We are a pioneer in representing manicurists. Our main categories are hair, makeup, nails, and wardrobe styling. We do celebrity work, advertising, editorials, commercials, music videos, and partner with all kinds of brands," says director Madeline Leonard. Leonard has been with the agency for 27 years and still represents artists in addition to directing at the company. Cloutier has provided manicurists for ad campaigns such as L'Oreal, Sally Hansen, Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, and Emporio Armani. > Nailing Hollywood (www.nailinghollywood.com) Manicurists represented: 5 Location: Los Angeles The scoop: "The NH team is niche to on-set nail styling so we work on photo shoots, advertising campaigns, red carpets, etc. Our artists ofer products in the marketplace to bring 'on set' styling home (HIPP x RGB, NH x NCLA, Sheswai, etc.)," says co-founder Vanessa Gualy. > Vanity Projects (http:/ /www.vanityprojectsnyc.com) Manicurists represented: 6 Location: New York The scoop: Representing leading nail artists specializing in custom manicures and cutting edge creations for celebrity, editorial, fashion, and advertising. Famous names represented by Vanity Projects includes Nail Swag, Raqstar Nails, Britney Tokyo, and Jane Weiner. > The Wall Group (www.thewallgroup.com) Manicurists represented: 3 Locations: New York and Los Angeles The scoop: This bicoastal agency represents fashion stylists, hairstylists, makeup artists, and production designers in jobs that range from editorial and advertising to commercial bookings and long-term contractual engagements in the fashion, entertainment, or endorsement arena. Artists benefit from unrivaled professionalism and contacts with both high fashion and celebrity clientele. Recent clients include Chanel, CoverGirl, Dior, >>> H&M;, Louis Vuitton, Pantene, Prada, and Revlon. www.nailsmag.com/fifi/22265 NOVEMBER 2013 | NAILS MAGAZINE | 117