https://www.backalleynails.com/home daily 1.0 2024-07-10 https://www.backalleynails.com/ourteam daily 0.75 2026-07-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fe0f08c1db3dc5d50dc3b4a/09fe8400-33d5-4fcc-9321-0395cd734205/IMG_5792.JPEG Who We Are - Eric Schnetzer | @backalleynails Eric Schnetzer is the owner and operator of Back Alley Nails. Though he spent his childhood in Minnesota, after living in Florida for 15+ years he has embraced the Florida-Man lifestyle. Prior to operating a salon, Eric worked as an independent artist and a part-time educator at Sunstate Academy. His passion for nail art, education, client relations, and his work history in management led him to opening Back Alley Nails in December of 2020. In his free time, Eric enjoys volleyball, running, drawing, spending time with his dog Susan, camping and playing video games. Eric brings nearly 10 years of experience and specializes in natural nail gel services and nail art. He’s available to be booked with Wednesday through Saturday via the link below. SERVICES OFFERED: Gel Polish Handjob Builder Gel Handjob Fill-In Handjob (Builder + Hard Gel only) Hand Painted Nail Art Removals Book with Eric https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fe0f08c1db3dc5d50dc3b4a/cc1600ab-db29-409e-92e5-acaa4b68a13c/Emma+Lathrop.png Who We Are - Emma Lathrop | @pearl__haus Emma is our newest member to Back Alley Nails and will be offering esthetician services. Emma grew up in the Outer Banks of North Carolina and bounced around a bit before settling in Florida. She started spray tanning in 2016 to help pay her way through college and subsequently fell in love with esthetics. Emma received her certification in 2022 from Lorraine’s Academy and hasn’t looked back since. She values honesty, compassion, and kindness. But above all, she believes great results start with trust and good communication. Her goal is to make clients feel comfortable, heard, and confident with zero pressure and not an ounce of judgement. Outside of the shop, she’s usually gaming at home with her two cats — Bandit and Luna. Emma also enjoys spending time knitting, cooking, and finding any excuse to be outdoors. As an independent at Back Alley Nails - Emma’s pricing, policies, availability, and booking can all be found through her Instagram page linked above. SERVICES OFFERED: Lash Extensions Lash Lifts + Tints Brow Wax + Tints Brow Lamination Facial Waxing Spray Tans Book with Emma https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fe0f08c1db3dc5d50dc3b4a/bffeceae-0475-4d61-aa21-0380206baba2/Flora+Photo.jpg Who We Are - Flora Gashi Selimi | @yangyinns Flora is one of our extremely talented nail artists who trained in her home country of Kosovo, south of Albania. She moved with her husband to the United States in October of 2024, bringing with her over 8 years of nail artistry experience. With her expertise in builder gel and hard gel, Flora takes pride in creating strong, sculpted sets that are just as durable as they are beautiful. Her signature style is clean, edgy, and detail-focused. From designs that are chic and minimal to intricate three dimensional works of art, Flora brings a vast skill set to fit any client’s needs. SERVICES OFFERED: Gel Polish Handjob Builder Gel Handjob Gel-X Extensions Fill-In Handjob (Builder Gel and Hard Gel only) Hand Painted Nail Art and 3D Design Removals (Acrylic, Dip, Builder, and More) Book with Flora https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fe0f08c1db3dc5d50dc3b4a/a60ae5f0-79cb-46ef-886c-f1c242fde2df/Hannah+D.jpg Who We Are - Hannah Donahue | @hannicure Hannah joined Back Alley Nails in January of 2023. She received her nail license in Spring of 2020 through Sunstate Academy where she studied under Eric as one of his students. She’s “nearly native” to the Tampa Bay area having moved here when she was only three years old. A large number of her family members live down in Brazil, where she visits often. As many do, she enjoys traveling and makes a point to find the nearest beach wherever she goes. Hannah’s expertise and experience is in hand painted nail art designs over gel enhancements like builder gel and the Gel-X extension system. As an independent artist at Back Alley Nails - Hannah’s pricing, policies, availability, and booking can all be found through her Instagram page linked above. SERVICES OFFERED: Gel Polish Handjob Builder Gel Handjob Fill-In Handjob (Builder Gel/Overlay Only) Gel-X Extensions Hand Painted Nail Art Removals Book with Hannah https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fe0f08c1db3dc5d50dc3b4a/4ff8e0f3-7a47-4f64-8910-3c2436f77469/Jasmine.jpg Who We Are - Jasmine Rodriguez | @_jaz_hands Jasmine is a St. Petersburg local that found a passion for nails in high school that was reignited upon enrolling in a nail program. She brings over 8 years of experience in the service industry and a lifetime of love for sculptural art — it’s the perfect combo to be an incredible nail artist. While not working at Back Alley Nails, Jasmine enjoys spending time with her friends at the beach - like a true Florida girl. SERVICES OFFERED: Gel Polish Handjob Builder Gel Handjob Fill-In Handjob (Builder Gel/Overlay Only) Gel-X Extensions Regular and Gel Polish Footjobs Hand Painted Nail Art Removals Book with Jasmine https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fe0f08c1db3dc5d50dc3b4a/0263db0d-b165-413c-b832-4a67e7e89b22/Jessania.jpg Who We Are - Jessania Lopez | @nailsbyjessania Jessania is one of our independent artists at Back Alley Nails. While originally from Rochester, NY - she’s constantly chasing the sun, from coast to coast in Florida or chasing new destinations. In the midst of 2020’s COVID, Jess decided to take up nails as her next big thing. Through cosmetology school and additional training, she continues to build her knowledge and experience within the industry. While confident in her work, she strives to continue learning and keep up with new trends. She specializes in builder gel, gel extensions and loves to express her creativity through art. As an independent artist at Back Alley Nails - Jessania’s pricing, policies, availability, and booking can all be found through her Instagram page linked above. SERVICES OFFERED: Gel Polish Handjob Builder Gel Handjob Fill-In Handjob (Builder Gel) Gel-X Extensions Gel Pedicures Hand Painted Nail Art Removals Book with Jessania https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fe0f08c1db3dc5d50dc3b4a/53d88605-39dc-4aae-8f74-4eddda1af1e4/Patrick.jpg Who We Are - Patrick Capitano | @nailzby_patrick Patrick is a recent transplant from Scranton, Pennsylvania (yes, that Scranton). He has been a nail technician for three years and specializes in natural nails using hard gel products. He loves all things spooky with a dash of hot girl energy thrown in for good measure. As for nail style? The weirder, the better. Patrick loves working with organic patterns, animal print, and designs that include 3D or textured elements. Patrick’s excited to be a part of Back Alley Nails as his favorite part of the job is making meaningful connections while creating art for each individual. SERVICES OFFERED: Gel Polish Handjob Gel Overlays (Hard Gel) Fill-In Handjob (Hard Gel) Gel-X Extensions Gel Polish Footjobs Hand Painted Nail Art Removals Book with Patrick https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fe0f08c1db3dc5d50dc3b4a/abfdfb32-0f63-4a7b-a089-39d0e9b583d4/Riley.jpg Who We Are - Riley Cullen | @slayedby_ri Riley joined the team as an independent artist in February of 2023. She is a Full-Specialist graduate of Sunstate Academy in Spring of 2020 where she studied under Eric as one of his students. As a second generation Tampa Bay native, she enjoys spending her time with family and friends. Riley specializes in gel extensions but also loves a “natural nail moment”. As an independent artist at Back Alley Nails - Riley’s pricing, policies, availability, and booking can all be found through her Instagram page linked above. SERVICES OFFERED: Gel Polish Handjob Gel Overlays (Builder Gel and Hard Gel) Fill-In Handjob (Builder Gel and Hard Gel) Gel-X Extensions Hand Painted Nail Art Removals Book with Riley https://www.backalleynails.com/workhere daily 0.75 2025-03-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5fe0f08c1db3dc5d50dc3b4a/d886ca68-deda-4502-9ee9-7ad306fb18ad/lily-aldridge-s-moda-spain-70s-fashion-editorial-1970s-style.jpg Work with Us - BOOTH RENT AND COMMISSION POSITIONS AVAILABLE NOW Back Alley Nails is a locally owned nail salon in St. Petersburg striving to change the standard of the “normal” nail salon experience. We’re here to set the bar higher, let’s do it together. Unlike other salons, we: Use high quality nail products sourced from all over the world Train and focus on the health and integrity of the natural nail The client experience is key; nails are for everyone — come one, come all Offer (good!) nail art, baby! COMMISSION GANG: Competitive Commission Rate + 100% of your tips (none of that tip withholding bullsh*t) Make up to, if not more than $1,100 weekly! Weekly Pay It’s your money, and you need it now! Flexible Schedule Set your own hours that fit YOUR life. New Products, Colors, and Art Supplies regularly Work alongside some of the most talented nail artists in Tampa Bay - no gatekeeping! Continued Education AND Hands-On One-on-One Training (Soft Gel, Hard Gel, Fill-Ins, Polygel, Art Techniques, Structured Gel Overlays, etc.) Build your book with the iconic, nail-art focused, and unforgettably branded Back Alley Nails in operation since 2020! New to town? New to the industry? Looking for a better opportunity to grow as an independent artist? HELLO, WE’RE READY FOR YOU. WHAT ARE WE LOOKIN’ FOR? High School Diploma/GED Current and relevant license 1+ Year Experience in Nail Industry Preferred We are more than happy to train you, but we’re looking for that it factor. Do you have it? We have a structured apprentice program available! Part Time/Full Time Flexibility PAID Apprenticeship — none of that “work for experience and exposure” bullsh*t. Soft and Hard Gel Experience Preferred Friendly, Upbeat Demeanor — aka, don’t be a stale piece of bread or an assh*le. Reliable Transportation — hell, just be reliable Passion for nail techniques, artistry, and the industry Detail Oriented and Patient BOOTH RENTERS: Work as your own boss in the Grand Central x Historic Kenwood District Walkable to the heart of Central Avenue 10 Minutes from Downtown Less than a 5 minute drive to I-275 900+ Apartment Residences AND over 1,200 Historic Bungalows within just a few blocks of us Some of our notable neighbors within walking distance include: Bandit Coffee, Gateway Subs, Casita Taqueria, Pepe’s Cantina, Twisted Indian, Cappy’s Pizza, Wild Child, Hawthorne Bottle Shop, and more. Also, who else in the Grand Central District can say they have a parking lot? It’s not a long list, that’s for sure. Our branding is established; the people know us. At any given moment, our advertising is on someone’s Facebook page, Instagram, Snapchat, or TikTok - and that’s just because of our window. We are an established, strongly branded, unique and one-of-a-kind salon. Ride the new wave of beauty standards with us. Enjoy using our vast selection of nail products: gel polish, glitters, chromes, accessories, paints, and even more goodies — updated often, because we too have a shopping problem. Affordable Booth Rental Rate that includes: 24/7 Schedule Flexibility Did I mention parking already? Training Opportunities Join a team of creatives working alongside one another; let’s grow together. New and trendy products at your fingertips, restocked and improved often. We’re an established salon with well-known branding and a presence in St. Petersburg. INTERESTED? Text Eric @ 727-201-2467 Email Eric @ backalleynails@gmail.com This isn’t a blind date. Send your RESUME and PORTFOLIO. https://www.backalleynails.com/policies daily 0.75 2024-06-22 https://www.backalleynails.com/price daily 0.75 2024-07-09