The Power of Artists Who Teach and Still Treat Clients
When you walk into a DAELA studio, there is a quiet confidence in the room.
It’s not loud or flashy. It’s felt.
That confidence comes from something rare in the cosmetic and paramedical tattoo industry: a studio built and led by artists who not only work with clients every day, but who also teach other professionals how to do this work at the highest level.
At DAELA Portland and DAELA Scottsdale, five of our artists are recognized master trainers in their specialties. They educate artists from around the country, mentor professionals at every stage of their career, and still choose to show up for clients day after day.
That combination matters more than most people realize.
Why Working Artists Make Better Trainers and Better Client Providers
In many industries, there is a clear divide between those who teach and those who practice.
At DAELA, we believe the best education comes from artists who work with real skin, real clients, and real outcomes.
- Every technique we teach is something we actively perform.
- Every protocol we share has been tested, refined, and proven through years of hands-on client work.
- Every decision we make is grounded in long-term results, not trends or shortcuts.
For clients, this means your artist is trained by people who understand not just theory, but reality.
For students, it means learning from professionals who are deeply connected to the craft as it exists today, not how it looked years ago.
This is the foundation of DAELA.
Meet the Master Trainers Who Also Work With Clients
Each of our trainers brings a distinct specialty, voice, and depth of experience to the studio. Together, they shape the standard that every DAELA artist is held to.
Angela Vice — Master Eyeliner Tattoo Trainer
Angela specializes exclusively in eyeliner tattoo, one of the most technically demanding services in permanent makeup. Her work is known for its precision, longevity, and safety. As a trainer, Angela is deeply committed to explaining the “why” behind every technique. As a client provider, she brings calm, clarity, and confidence to one of the most sensitive treatments we offer.
Lina Anderson — Master Lip Blush and Areola Restoration Trainer
Lina’s work lives at the intersection of beauty and healing. As a lip blush and areola restoration trainer, she educates artists on both advanced cosmetic tattooing and deeply meaningful paramedical work. Her client approach is thoughtful, thorough, and emotionally attuned. The same standards she teaches are the standards she practices every day.
Erica Johnson — Master Microblading Trainer
Erica is known for her meticulous technique and her ability to create brows that feel effortless, natural, and timeless. As a trainer, she emphasizes structure, intention, and respect for the skin. As a client provider, she is patient, detail-oriented, and deeply invested in results that age beautifully.
Amie Lewis — Master Ombre Powder Brow Trainer
Amie specializes in ombre powder brows, with a focus on soft structure, balance, and long-term wear. Her training style is clear, grounded, and honest. Her client work reflects the same values. She avoids trends and focuses on brows that enhance facial features without overpowering them.
Shonna Roberts — Master Scar and Stretch Mark Camouflage Trainer
Shonna’s work centers on restoration and trust. As a scar and stretch mark camouflage trainer, she educates artists on both technical skill and emotional awareness. Her client work is rooted in transparency, education, and realistic expectations. She is known for helping clients feel informed, respected, and empowered throughout their journey.
A Studio Where Every Artist Is Trained From the Same Standard
One of the most important things to understand about DAELA is this:
Every artist who works in our studios has been trained by our trainers.
This includes artists who were already established in the industry before joining DAELA, including the owners of DAELA Scottsdale, Haley and Chloe Wight. As life goes, Chloe & Haley in turn have shared their mastery with their artists. It is a remarkably collaborative atmosphere!
Experience is respected here, but it does not replace alignment.
When an artist joins DAELA, they learn our systems, our safety standards, our design philosophy, and our approach to long-term results. This creates consistency without limiting individuality. It ensures that no matter which artist you choose, you are receiving care shaped by the same foundation of education and ethics.
Clients often say they can feel this difference.
There is a shared language.
A shared attention to detail.
A shared calm.
That does not happen by accident.
What This Means for You as a Client
Choosing a cosmetic or paramedical tattoo studio is about more than liking someone’s work online. It is about trust, safety, and knowing the person working on your face or body is supported by a larger system of excellence.
At DAELA, your artist is never working in isolation.
They either are or are backed by trainers who actively practice.
They are guided by protocols refined through thousands of real treatments.
They are part of a culture that values education as much as artistry.
This is why DAELA clients often return for multiple services, why referrals are so common, and why people travel to us from outside our cities.
Looking Ahead to 2026 and Beyond
As the permanent makeup and paramedical tattoo industry continues to grow, the difference between studios will become more visible. Education, ethics, and internal standards will matter more than trends or marketing.
In 2026, DAELA Scottsdale will be expanding into in-person and online training joining our ever expanding DAELA Academy experience and marking an exciting new chapter for education within the studio. This expansion means that several master artists in Scottsdale will also step into training roles, creating a truly collaborative learning environment. Artists who train in Scottsdale will be learning from a collective of working professionals who actively treat clients, collaborate daily, and hold one another to the same elevated standard. This is not one perspective or one technique. It is a shared system shaped by experience, intention, and real-world application. Training at DAELA Scottsdale is designed to be immersive, current, and deeply rooted in how this work is meant to be done for the long term.
By choosing to remain working artists while also teaching, DAELA’s trainers ensure the studio continues to evolve responsibly. By training every artist internally, we protect the integrity of the work and the experience our clients receive.
About DAELA Cosmetic Tattoo
DAELA Cosmetic Tattoo is a premier cosmetic and paramedical tattoo studio. Our team of master artists and advanced aesthetic providers specialize in natural cosmetic tattooing, paramedical restoration, premier laser services, and professional tattoo removal. Trusted by thousands, DAELA has earned over 3,000 five-star reviews across all major review platforms, reflecting our commitment to artistry, safety, and client-centered care. Our studios are warm and inviting, with private treatment areas where kindness is our mission.
