OWNING A TATTOO STUDIO WAS SUPPOSED TO BE YOUR DREAM—BUT IS IT EVERYTHING YOU IMAGINED?

Opening a studio was supposed to be your ticket to creative freedom, greater financial independence, and the chance to finally build something that’s truly yours. And, it was supposed to be simple. But if you’re like most studio owners, you’ve quickly discovered just how complicated it can be:

  • You’re putting in endless hours, but your profits aren’t justifying the work.

  • Your artists aren’t fully booked, and attracting—or keeping—high-level talent is harder than ever.

  • Marketing feels overwhelming, like you’re throwing darts blindfolded, unsure which efforts will actually drive results.

  • Work-life balance seems impossible, leaving you exhausted and disconnected from why you started tattooing in the first place.

  • You’re navigating alone, forced to figure everything out without clear guidance, reliable support, or proven systems to follow.

Everything is going "fine," maybe even "good enough"—but you know deep down, there's more potential than you're tapping into right now.

If any of this sounds familiar...

You're not alone--and there's a proven way forward.

INTRODUCING THE EDEN EDU STUDIO OWNERS’ SUMMIT.

A Transformative 2-Day Seminar Designed Specifically for Tattoo Studio Owners

June 27–28, 10 am–7 pm | Hyatt Regency, Frisco, Texas

Join industry-leading experts and successful tattoo studio owners Colton James, Deanna James, and Jon Nelson for an intimate, interactive two-day experience designed specifically to solve the real-world problems tattoo studio owners face daily.

This summit isn’t about generic business advice. It’s about giving you the exact tools, strategies, and personalized support you need to transform your studio into something truly profitable, sustainable, and fulfilling.

HERE’S EXACTLY WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

Personalized, Actionable Guidance

No two studios are the same--that's why you need guidance specific to your studio. You'll receive direct, personalized strategies crafted specifically around your studio, your team, and your unique challenges. Attendance is strictly limited, creating an intimate environment with individual attention and deep, personalized problem-solving.

Solutions to Your Biggest Pain Points

We'll dive deeply into the critical areas you’re struggling with most:

  • Studio Ownership & Leadership: Balance your profits with your efforts. Learn proven methods for structuring your business, creating the ideal compensation model (commission vs. booth rent), attracting and retaining high-level artists, delegating effectively, and growing your studio without burnout.

  • Marketing Mastery: Gain confidence with practical social media strategies—organic and paid—that deliver real results. Learn how to create compelling content and leverage digital tools to consistently fill your artists' chairs.

  • Analytical Clarity: No more guesswork. You’ll learn the techniques to understand the key metrics of your business, and use them to make empowered decisions, both financially and organizationally.

  • Business & Client Experience: Implement reliable systems for client communication, bookings, and management that dramatically enhance client satisfaction, reduce stress, and ensure consistent, repeat business.

  • Mindset and Strategy: Reconnect to your mission and reignite your passion. Learn how to set clear strategic goals, maintain your motivation, and find lasting balance in your work and personal life.

  • Career Development: Lead by example, attract world-class talent, and become known as a studio artists never want to leave. Learn techniques for guiding artists to refine their personal style and elevate their careers alongside yours.

MORE THAN A 2-DAY SEMINAR—A LONG-TERM TRANSFORMATION.

When you attend this seminar, you're not just gaining two days of invaluable insights—you’re gaining long-term support. With your ticket, you receive:

  • Pre- and Post-Seminar Support: Continuous access to group chats, personal interaction, and follow-up calls at 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, and even 1 year after the event.

  • A Powerful Network: Form lasting relationships with a curated group of driven, like-minded studio owners who understand your challenges, share your goals, and support your journey.

  • Visibility & Promotion: Social media promotion for your studio, putting your business in front of a broader audience and boosting your credibility.

  • Special Savings: $500 off a ticket to the Eden Summer Symposium immediately following the summit, further enhancing your professional growth.

THIS ISN’T JUST ANOTHER TATTOO SEMINAR. THIS IS YOUR TURNING POINT.

Imagine returning to your studio after two transformative days, empowered with clarity, practical solutions, and a proven roadmap. Imagine consistent profitability, fully booked artists, and marketing that reliably delivers results. Imagine achieving balance in your life and work, feeling the satisfaction that comes from truly owning—not just managing—your dream studio.

While all of these topics will be touched on, the depth of each will be determined by the interests and needs of each studio and the group as a whole. 

THIS SEMINAR IS PERFECT FOR YOU IF:

  • You currently own a tattoo studio (or are about to open one).

  • You’re deeply committed to the growth of your business and artists.

  • You’re ready and open to new strategies that work and can genuinely transform your business.

SEATS ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED.

We intentionally limit seats and hand-select attendees to guarantee a high-quality, personalized experience. Apply now to discover if you're the right fit and take the first step toward transforming your tattoo studio into everything you dreamed it could be.

Ready to stop struggling and start thriving?

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS

Deanna has been studying art for 25 years, tattooing for 12, and teaching for 6. Her resume includes incredible achievements, such as being named Dallas’s best tattoo artist, appearing on Ink Master three times, and winning Best of Show awards in New York, Los Angeles, and Europe.

Deanna is not only one of the best tattoo artists in the world–she’s also one of the very best art educators in the tattoo industry. She has taught dozens of seminars, including private seminars, hands-on seminars, conferences, and Symposiums. She is incredibly passionate about fostering the growth of tattoo artists of all levels, and has an enormous amount of experience in both tattoo methods and career development.

Deanna James

Jon Nelson

In addition to a very successful career artistically, Jon is one of the most experienced businesspeople in the tattoo industry. On top of tattooing full time, Jon owns two studios in Fort Lauderdale, Florida: Borrowed Time Tattoo, and Model Citizen Med Spa. He also runs a supplementary social media business, which has amassed him countless sponsorships, endorsements, brand deals, and over 2 million followers across his various social media platforms. Jon leads and manages a team of two dozen artists and employees. 

Jon is paving the way for tattoo artists to break into marketing in ways never before possible. His experience and knowledge in topics that encompass this vital skill are unparalleled, and he is constantly creating, refining, and acting on new ideas and ventures. Jon is an exceptional educator, and delivered an incredible presentation on social media at the 2024 Eden Summer Symposium.

Colton James

Co-owner and founder of Eden Body Art Studios and Eden EDU, Colton is heavily involved in all areas of tattoo business. While he entered the tattoo industry relatively recently 6 years ago, he has made a huge mark, growing Eden to 20 artists and employees, and founding Eden EDU, which teaches hundreds of artists in person each year and countless more online.

While not a tattoo artist himself, Colton has a deep appreciation for the craft and constantly thinks of artists first. He is extremely passionate about helping tattooers develop their careers and achieve their loftiest goals. In the past two years, he has used his experience to start his teaching career. He has taught at the 2023 Eden Winter Symposium, spoken at conferences, given seminars and webinars on tattoo business, and works personally to mentor and grow tattoo artists in their careers.

Our presenters all have diverse skillsets and experiences, but each is tirelessly dedicated to the growth and development of tattoo artists, tattoo studios, and tattooing as a whole.

Applications are now open. Click the link below to apply.