Who You Don't See

If, like the rest of the world, you’ve watched or seen photos of J-Lo performing at Joe Biden’s inauguration, then you're already acquainted with the work of this week's guest, Eri Ishizu, nail artist to the stars.

Show Notes

Eri is the nail stylist responsible for making J-Lo’s nails look like pieces of art - and I’m not exaggerating. When she's not applying crystals to J-Lo’s tips, she’s likely to be tie-dying, drawing animal print or attaching pom-poms to the nails of Lizzo, Mulatto or Charli XCX.

Over Zoom, we spent time talking about the inauguration and what it meant to Eri as an immigrant woman. We also chatted Lizzo’s words of wisdom, nail sessions that take three hours, and how a teenage obsession with the film Maid in Manhattan massively influenced Eri’s career.

To keep up to date with Eri’s nails art, follow her Instagram @erierinailz

And to keep up with the latest podcast episodes, I’m over at: @meg_lawton

Thank you’s: 
Podcast artwork: Worth Mentioning
Head shot photography: Hannah Domney
Music: Jay Lewn

What is Who You Don't See?

Have you ever wondered how Victoria’s Secret models get runway ready? Thought about what it’s like to be behind the scenes on a Sean Paul music video? Or wanted to know how Little Mix look so good in every photo? If the answer is yes, Who You Don’t See is the podcast for you.

Every week, journalist and presenter, Megan Lawton chats to an industry expert, working behind the stars: from choreographers and hairstylists to personal trainers and makeup artists. The podcast explores what they get up to on a typical day, hears techniques for overcoming nerves and gets the inside scoop on what it’s like to work with some of the biggest names in pop culture.