Eden Pod

Gian Karle was runner-up on the all-star season 14 of Ink Master and the runner up on Ink Master season 8. He specializes in neotraditional tattooing, and is based in New Hampshire. He frequently teaches seminars to tattoo artists that want to learn how to improve their skills. Gian stopped by Eden in Dallas, Texas for a month-long guest spot. In this episode,  we talked about his tattoo seminars,...

In 2014, Andy Pho spent time as a monk before resolving to become the best tattoo artist he could be start a journey of discipline, self-actualization, and realization. We discussed it all in this episode, as well as his childhood and how it affects him as a person, how he learned to tattoo from his brother Robert Pho, and how he manages his studio. Andy is a black and grey realism artist based in...

Black and grey realism LEGEND Quin Hernandez joined the show for a DOUBLE episode. In this one, we talked about his dramatic lifestyle changes that have changed his health and his outlook on his future as a tattooer and how he's adapted to keep improving in the modern tattoo industry. Quin Hernandez is a black and grey realism artist based in Texarkana, Texas. He's renowned in the tattoo...

In bonus audio-only episode, we had Quin Hernandez on to talk about his upbringing and his family's struggles as immigrants, how he put himself in difficult situations to accelerate his tattoo career, and the rapidly-changing modern tattoo industry. Quin Hernandez is a black and grey realism artist based in Texarkana, Texas. He's renowned in the tattoo industry for his realistic tattoos...

We had the legendary Stefano Alcantara on the show to talk about his humble beginnings as a tattoo artist in Lima, Peru, his transition to the US, winning best of shows, opening studios, navigating the US visa process, and more. Stefano Alcantara has been a tattoo artist for 30 years. He owns four tattoo studios, in New York, Florida, and Lima, Peru. He's won countless awards at tattoo conven...

We had Kevin Laroy on the show to talk about his 20-year his career arc, which started with him tattooing out of a garage, and has lead to him being on some of the most popular reality TV shows. We also touched on his growing position as a tattoo educator, and discussed some helpful tips for progressing in your career, staying busy through slow season, and more. Kevin Laroy is a Dallas-based tatto...

Last weekend, Eden Pod co-host, co-founder, and co-owner of Eden, Colton James, hosted a seminar/workshop for studio owners. We had 15 guests on this episode! We talked about their studios and what they're all up to. In order of appearance:  0:00 Connor and Justin Shiffert of Iron Thorn Tattoo in Trexlerton, PA Instagram: @connor.tattoos @sgc.tattoo @ironthorntattooo 13:06 Hannah McKee and Gr...

We sat down with Enrico Incarnati to talk about how he got into his career, social media tips, the power of posting and connecting with people for your business, and more. Enrico is a Dallas-based social media strategist and consultant. What started as a passion for vlogging has now turned into a full-time career. He regularly makes and posts free content and resources and works regularly with hug...

We had Squire Strahan on the show while he was in town for a seminar. We talked about his 20 year tattoo career, things he dabbles in outside of tattooing, his road trip around the country with his family in an RV, and more. Squire is nationally renowned for his unique illustrative tattoo style as well as his attention to detail. The way he creatively uses his illustrations and interest in graphic...

We sit down with Eden resident artist Willow Webber to discuss how and why she started at Eden, he childhood, he progression in tattooing, art history, and more. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WATCH ON YOUTUBE: @edenbodyartstudos WEBSITE: edenbodyartstudios.com EDEN IG: @edenbodyartstudios EDEN TIKTOK: @edenbodyartstudios DEANNA'S IG: @deanna_art DEANNA'S TIKTOK: @deanna_art BOOK A TA...

JP Gallardo, better known as JPG Coaching by his 4.5 million+ social media followers, joins the show. We talked about life as an influencer, how he built his following, and even got him to drop some fitness tips. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WATCH ON YOUTUBE: @edenbodyartstudos WEBSITE: edenbodyartstudios.com EDEN IG: @edenbodyartstudios EDEN TIKTOK: @edenbodyartstudios DEANNA'S IG: @dea...

Ryan Ashley was the winner of Inkmaster Season 7, hosted of Inkmaster: Angels, and was an Inkmaster judge on seasons 14 and 15. She is a master of tattoo design and composition. While she's versatile in all styles, Ryan is best known for her intricate tattoo designs that combine fine line and realism elements in black and grey and color, often using jewelry as her subject matter to decorate t...

Bobby Johnson gives all the behind-the-scenes details of Inkmaster Season 15. This episode was filmed before the premier of the finale, where Bobby was crowned the winner. Bobby Johnson is widely known as one of the best tattoo artists in the world, and has revolutionized the style of neotraditional tattooing. He frequently gives seminars on his tattoo and drawing process and is incredibly passion...

Anthony Michaels, a contestant on Ink Master Season 14, a coach on Season 10, and a winner on Season 7 joins the show. Colton and Deanna chat with him about Ink Master, seminars, and personal hardships. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WATCH ON YOUTUBE: @edenbodyartstudos WEBSITE: edenbodyartstudios.com EDEN IG: @edenbodyartstudios EDEN TIKTOK: @edenbodyartstudios DEANNA'S IG: @deanna_art DE...

Colton and Deanna sit down with Jaret Reddick, lead singer of Bowling For Soup, Denton native, and Ink Master fan to discuss an incredibly wide range of topics, including mental health, therapy, being on tour, tattoo studios, reality TV, and calamari.  FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WATCH ON YOUTUBE: @edenbodyartstudos WEBSITE: edenbodyartstudios.com EDEN IG: @edenbodyartstudios EDEN TIKTOK: @e...

We sit down with Eden’s newest resident artist Cass Fuller to talk about their background as a fine artist, their apprenticeship at Eden, and their success in their first year of tattooing. We also touch on how to get into tattooing, what to look for when finding an apprenticeship, and what Deanna personally looks for in portfolios when choosing an apprentice. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WAT...

Colton and Deanna sit down with their great friends Dre Li and Amanda Marie, co-owners of Electric Feels Studio in Dallas. They discuss owning a business with their parter, how their background lead them to open up their all-women tattoo studio. and more. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WATCH ON YOUTUBE: @edenbodyartstudos WEBSITE: edenbodyartstudios.com EDEN IG: @edenbodyartstudios EDEN TIKTOK:...

The Eden Pod is BACK in a video format! Eden co-owners Deanna and Colton James sat down in this episode to catch up on everything that's been going on at Eden. We covered how Deanna does full color realism leg sleeves in three days to win awards at conventions, how to design tattoos with AI and photography to use original reference photos, tattoo seminars, and more. DEANNA'S INSTAGRAM: @...

Katie McGown joins the show for a new episode! This one was a lot of fun, and we cover a wide range of topics including how Katie got to be on 3 separate seasons of Ink Master, tattoo conventions, and going to the bathroom around your spouse.  KATIE'S INSTAGRAM: @katietattoos FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WATCH ON YOUTUBE: @edenbodyartstudos WEBSITE: edenbodyartstudios.com EDEN IG: @edenb...

Colton finds out what it's like to be the interviewee for a change. He discusses how he got into the tattoo industry and his career path to becoming a studio owner. Colton and Deanna  discuss some listener topics involving tattoo collecting and collaboration tattoos. COLTON'S INSTAGRAM: @colt.ure FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WATCH ON YOUTUBE: @edenbodyartstudos WEBSITE: edenbodyarts...

One of Eden's first resident artists Monica Snyder joins the show to talk about her quickly growing career, how she started doing her fusion style, and more. MONICA'S INSTAGRAM: @monicasnyder_tattoos FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WATCH ON YOUTUBE: @edenbodyartstudos WEBSITE: edenbodyartstudios.com EDEN IG: @edenbodyartstudios EDEN TIKTOK: @edenbodyartstudios DEANNA'S IG: @deanna...

Eden's newest resident artist Gio Macias joins the show to talk about his upbringing in Cuba, how he got started tattooing, and his new life with his family in Dallas. GIO'S INSTAGRAM: @giom_tattoo FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WATCH ON YOUTUBE: @edenbodyartstudos WEBSITE: edenbodyartstudios.com EDEN IG: @edenbodyartstudios EDEN TIKTOK: @edenbodyartstudios DEANNA'S IG: @deanna_a...

Colton and Deanna sit down with Bobby Johnson (Glendale Bully) to discuss the unconventional story of how he rose to the top of the tattoo industry, his style, and his current studio, and we a new word to Webster's dictionary. BOBBY'S INSTAGRAM: @glendalebully FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WATCH ON YOUTUBE: @edenbodyartstudos WEBSITE: edenbodyartstudios.com EDEN IG: @edenbodyartstudi...

Colton sits down with Eden resident artist Michael Hovaguimian to discuss Michael's move from LA, how his culture influenced his tattoos, which fast food restaurant is the best, and the best actors to play Batman.  MICHAEL'S INSTAGRAM: @hovag_tattoos FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WATCH ON YOUTUBE: @edenbodyartstudos WEBSITE: edenbodyartstudios.com EDEN IG: @edenbodyartstudios EDEN TI...

Colton sits down with Eden resident artist Taylor Phelps to discuss her move across the country at 20 years old, her new marriage, and how she developed her freehand floral flow. TAYLOR'S INSTAGRAM: @taylornphelps FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @eden.pod WATCH ON YOUTUBE: @edenbodyartstudos WEBSITE: edenbodyartstudios.com EDEN IG: @edenbodyartstudios EDEN TIKTOK: @edenbodyartstudios DEANNA'S IG...