Meet Yana Panko | E-file Manicure & Pedicure

We had the good fortune of connecting with Yana Panko and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Yana, why did you pursue a creative career?
From childhood, I always saw beauty in everything around me. Since the first time I picked up a pencil or a paintbrush, I knew my calling was in creativity. Whether painting or creating something new, I felt truly myself. My soul blossomed as I brought my ideas to life, with each stroke or line vividly expressing my feelings and emotions.

Thanks to my innate appreciation of the world’s beauty, I’ve always enjoyed highlighting the beauty in people. Whether it’s the play of light on their faces, the expression in their eyes, or their unique sense of style, I’ve always strived to accentuate this unique beauty and express it in my creations.

So, when it came time to choose my career path, I undoubtedly chose the creative route. Opting for a profession as a nail artist, I combined this with managing my own beauty space. It was a natural choice for me, as creativity is not just a profession but a way of life. Every day, I face new challenges, experiment, and hone my skills, but most importantly, I continue to gift the world with beauty and inspiration through my creations.   

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
Allow me to share a bit more about my career. I specialize in European manicures. Here in the USA 🇱🇷, many refer to it as ‘Russian manicure’, but I am Ukrainian 🇺🇦 and two years ago Russia invaded my country, and this war is still ongoing 😔. This holds significant meaning for me, and I wish for more people to learn about Ukrainian-European manicures and their uniqueness.

My uniqueness lies in approaching each client as a unique individual, listening to their needs and desires. I always strive to provide the highest level of service and quality. The path to achievements in this field has not been easy, but every obstacle has been an opportunity for growth and self-improvement. I have learned from my own mistakes and always sought new opportunities to enhance my skills. Along this journey, I have come to understand the importance of continuous skill improvement, openness to new ideas, and unwavering dedication to my craft. I want the world to know about my passion for manicures and my ability to inspire others to discover their own beauty.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Everglades National Park: Take a trip to Everglades National Park, where you can enjoy nature, take an airboat tour, and see crocodiles. Miami Seaquarium: Visit the Miami Seaquarium, where you can see dolphins, whales, and other marine creatures.
Little Havana: Explore the neighborhood of Little Havana and enjoy authentic Cuban cuisine, music, and culture.
Bayfront Park: Spend time at Bayfront Park, where you can enjoy the beauty of urban nature, attend concerts, or simply relax by the waterfront.
Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM): Visit the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), where you can see collections of contemporary art and exhibitions.
Wynwood Arts District: Take a stroll through the streets of the Wynwood Arts District and admire the vibrant street art and art galleries, then dine at Wynwood Kitchen & Bar.
Miami Beach Botanical Garden: Visit the botanical garden on Miami Beach and enjoy the beauty of tropical plants and landscape design.
Dinner at the trendy Asian restaurant Komodo in the Brickell district.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
“Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear”

Elizabeth Gilbert

She shares her own experiences and insights on how to find one’s calling and create without fear. “Big Magic” is a reflection of the author’s belief that everyone has the potential for creation, and it aims to inspire all to discover the world of creativity for themselves.

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Image Credits
Yana Panko