"A whole new world opened up with the introduction of acrylics and canvas -- the changing of materials let their creativity just really open up, " said Adrian Mibus, director of Whitford Fine Art gallery in London, which is currently holding a selling exhibition of Aboriginal art.
Within the exploding DIY community, Zooey Deschanel-inspired tuxedos or Lisa Frank-inspired leopard prints can be achieved on natural nails, and are just as popular as elaborately painted acrylics or tips adorned with Swarovski crystals (sometimes referred to as " treasure nails" for creating an effect that looks as though the nails were dipped in a treasure chest).