About the
Artist
Marina Kozhevnikova is a Ukrainian nail artist and educator currently based in the United States, with over 14 years of professional experience. An internationally awarded competitor and certified judge, she is a multiple Nailympia champion and Grand Prix and Winner of Winners recipient at the Global Talent Beauty Championship.
Marina is an IBATJ-certified judge, SPU member and regional trainer, and has represented Team Ukraine at OMC Paris. She is the creator of the original “One Bit Clean Cut Manicure” technique and trains nail professionals for competitions. In 2026, Marina participated in a Guinness World Records attempt, helping create a 4.59-meter-long artificial nail on a person.
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.