About the
Artist
Daryna Khalepa is a Ukrainian-born professional nail artist based in the United States. Her work combines technical precision, creativity, and artistic expression, with a strong focus on modern nail design and competition artistry.
Daryna has earned multiple awards at international nail competitions, including Global Talent Beauty Cup events in New York and Chicago, as well as Nailympia Orlando. Through her work, she continues to develop her artistic vision and contribute to the professional nail industry. In 2026, Daryna joined a team of Ukrainian nail artists in a Guinness World Record attempt, contributing to the creation of a 4.59-meter nail extension.
The Works
Collective Work
4.59 Meters of Resilience
How far can we go when we believe the impossible is possible?
On May 30, 2026, at Premiere Orlando, ten Ukrainian nail artists living in the United States united to create one extraordinary nail extension. Inspired by Mriya, Ukraine’s legendary aircraft and a symbol of ambition and resilience, we built a 4.59-meter extension in just three hours. It was worn for more than an hour.
This was more than a record attempt. It was proof that fragile things become strong through trust, teamwork, and shared purpose. One person could not create it. Ten could.
We are ready to go further, not only to break a record, but to show what people can achieve together. If ten people can make the impossible real, imagine what millions can build. We believe peace begins the same way: by choosing to create together.
Participating artists
See you in Paris
HD Contemporary Art Gallery, 45 Rue Vivienne, Paris. October 12, 2026.