The Grand Design Studios
About
We take on all areas of design, taking concepts of our clients and turning them into actual renderings that are executed to the highest of standards in each industry: I in house train each of my students on a design program that is universally used and applied in their specific fields. I've been a full time visual artist for over 10 years and an an award winning tattoo artist that's taking my artistry to the next level in teaching and giving my life's work back to the people.
I enjoy the freedom aspect and the opportunity I have created for myself in being a full time visual artist. Being a creator and also being able to teach art are 2 of the most rewarding and difficult jobs. Meaning how do I teach words without a vocabulary, how do I teach someone how to hear without using their ears, how do I show someone what "that" feels like without physically touching "that". The answer is Art, and by my definition, Art is creating some from nothing. That's what I enjoy most is being able to share my passion and life's work.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
It's a learning curve mainly with artists, see what they're "do" and "don't"s are... use a universal language everyone can understand... art is fun and should be fun even when learning
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I've been a professional artist for over 10 years with exp in the visual arts. Art institute attendee, tattoo shop manager, business owner for a handful of years, domestically travelled winning awards for my art
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Discuss In person or via Skype or FaceTime when passed Initial screening
How did you get started teaching?
Working alongside a charity that helps develop "at risk" teens and giving them a different outlook and views from a successful businessman that was in their shoes
What types of students have you worked with?
Kids and teenagers of all ages and backgrounds, and some adults
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Any and all art walks or city pop ups are a good way of meeting and getting to know potential clients, sharing my mission and goals with my company, and making money off my artwork. Win win for me and the community.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Check their work, and make sure their current state of mind is a peaceful helping attitude, never judge a book by its cover, and always check their works of art because you can truly see an artists true colors and current life experiences threw their art without asking or knowing the artist