Beyond the Chair
Intro Video
The Truth Behind Tattoo Studio Costs, Rates & Real Income
Tattooing has evolved. The tools are better. The art is sharper. The skill ceiling is higher.
But the business structure is still broken.
Most tattoo artists are pushed into unstable “contractor” setups that:
offer inconsistent income
provide no real financial recognition
limit access to loans, housing, or long-term security
protect studios, not artists
The result?
Burnout. High turnover. Quiet exploitation.
And talented artists walking away from the craft entirely.
This isn’t a talent problem. It’s a systems problem.
TATT’S BIZ — Beyond the Chair exists to fix that.
What This Program Actually Does
This isn’t hype. It isn’t motivation.
And it isn’t tattoo-industry fairy tales.
This program gives you the exact structures, numbers, agreements, and protections I wish I had before losing money, shops, and leverage.
You’ll learn how to:
understand real studio costs and income — not guesses
price your work sustainably without racing to the bottom
negotiate from clarity, not fear
protect your designs, income, and legal position
build a studio or career that survives downturns, not just busy seasons
This is about control — of your money, your time, and your future.
What You’ll Learn in the 8 Core Modules
1. Intro to the Tattoo Biz — Beyond the Chair
Understand the difference between an artist mindset and an owner mindset — and why staying in the wrong one costs you years.
2. Costs, Income & The Real Numbers
Break down studio expenses, artist splits, and profitability so you know exactly where money is made — and lost.
3. Negotiating Your Worth
Stop undercharging. Learn how to command proper rates without burning bridges or undercutting yourself.
4. Fan Art, Copyright & Getting Paid Properly
Protect your designs and charge legally for the work you create — not just the time you tattoo.
5. Opening Your Own Shop
A practical, no-fantasy checklist to launch in 60–90 days without gambling your future.
6. Risk, Safety & Avoiding Underworld Influence
Understand real-world risks, insurance realities, and how to keep your studio safe — legally and physically.
7. Licensing & Red Tape Simplified
Navigate global regulations without drowning in paperwork or misinformation.
8. Longevity, Staff Systems & High-Retention Studios
Build a studio where artists stay, standards are clear, and chaos isn’t the operating system.
$48 USD (one-time) All 8 modules All 24 templates Lifetime access
26 x Customizable Templates
Understand why most tattooists earn less than retail workers—while a few earn $150K+ with stability.
Inside the course, you’ll see:
How your wage potential really stacks up at every skill level.
Why splits keep most artists poor—and who actually benefits.
The business model that lifts artists and studio owners at the same time.
This module includes the calculators and templates that reveal whether your shop is making money… or quietly sinking.
Stop undercharging, stop explaining yourself, and start commanding proper and reasonable rates.
Inside, you’ll learn:
Exactly when you should be a contractor vs. an employee (most get this wrong).
The client-education scripts that end discounting forever.
A plug-and-play pricing card, customisable to used in studios.
One script alone will eliminate 90% of time-wasters and “cheaper somewhere else” quotes.
Turn fan art into legal, profitable work—minus the lawsuits.
Inside, you get:
The exact wording to protect your portfolio rights.
How to legally charge for art transfers.
The pricing structure that makes flash profitable, not risky business.
Most artists accidentally break copyright law weekly. This module fixes that instantly.
Launch your studio in 30 days using a proven, repeatable system.
You’ll learn:
The lease traps that sink 1 in 3 new shops.
What insurance you must have (and what’s a waste).
The 30-day implementation checklist.
The biggest mistake new shop owners make happens before they even pick up the keys.
Protect yourself, your space, and your long-term trade reputation.
You’ll discover:
The professional way to decline unsafe clients.
Red-flag behaviours most artists ignore.
How to set boundaries that keep your shop safe.
Safety isn’t just physical—it’s legal, financial, and reputation-based.
Get compliancy structure in place in one afternoon, no overwhelm.
You’ll learn:
Global licensing Requirements.
Exactly which forms you need find (and in what order).
The quick setup checklist for your business identity.
Compliance is easier—when you stop guessing.
Build a stable, profitable studio where artists stay for years—not months.
Inside, you’ll learn:
The staff handbook that creates 80% retention.
How to build a “4-day week” studio with consistent earnings.
The modern studio model that outperforms splits every time.
Retention isn’t about better pay—it’s about better structure.
Why This Course Matters Now
The economy has tanked. Tattooing will not survive on luck, tips, or “busy months” anymore.
Our industry lacks:
formal recognition
consistent competency frameworks
structures that protect artists from volatility
That vacuum leads to:
excessive insurance costs
pointless red tape
exploitation disguised as “the way it’s always been”
Beyond the Chair gives you structure where the industry offers none.
Who This Is For
This program is for:
tattoo artists who want stability, not just bookings
studio owners who want systems instead of chaos
people serious about longevity, income, and control
This Is Not For You If:
you think talent alone should pay the bills
you want shortcuts, hype, or influencer fame
you’re unwilling to confront how this industry really works
This is grown-up business, for people who plan to still be standing in 10 years.
You’re not buying a course.
You’re choosing whether tattooing controls your future — or you do.
This program is designed to stand alone — and to form the foundation for more advanced, globally-aligned modules supporting Tattoo Shop Apprenticship, Competency Levels and Accreditation.
No. This is a self-paced, self-directed program designed to be implemented independently. Optional paid consultations may be available for those who require specific guidance.