we are sessions
we are sessions
Built by Artists, For Artists
We know the grind. The long days, the burnout, the constant pressure to keep making better work while also pretending you have your life completely together.
We’ve been there.
Sessions came from that exact place. Frustrated with surface-level talks, recycled advice, and seminars that somehow say a lot without actually saying anything.
So we built something different.
This is not “10 Steps to Success” energy. Just real conversations, hands-on experiences, honest insight, and the kind of community most of us were hoping to find when we got into tattooing.
The kind that still sticks once you get back home and continue your ongoing attempt at balancing creativity, career, and your general existence as a tattooer.
Made by artists who are still in it, same as you.
Built by Artists, For Artists
We know the grind. The long days, the burnout, the constant pressure to keep making better work while also pretending you have your life completely together.
We’ve been there.
Sessions came from that exact place. Frustrated with surface-level talks, recycled advice, and seminars that somehow say a lot without actually saying anything.
So we built something different.
This is not “10 Steps to Success” energy. Just real conversations, hands-on experiences, honest insight, and the kind of community most of us were hoping to find when we got into tattooing.
The kind that still sticks once you get back home and continue your ongoing attempt at balancing creativity, career, and your general existence as a tattooer.
Made by artists who are still in it, same as you.
OUR GOAL
TO BUILD
TO BUILD
TO BUILD
SOMETHING
SOMETHING
something
DIFFERENT
DIFFERENT
differnent
EXPERIENCE
The Evidence
You took a chance on an event that had never happened before, run by people who had never run one. That's either trust or poor risk assessment, and we're choosing to believe it's trust.
The room had the energy we hoped for. People stayed. Conversations happened. Lifelong friendships were made. We knew pretty quickly we'd started something bigger than us.
AUSTIN .001
Tampa was our first chance to bring Sessions to a new city and a new venue, and really set the tone for what this thing could become.
We weren’t interested in running the same seminar everyone’s already been to. We wanted to push ourselves, experiment a little, and show people what Sessions was actually about.
And somewhere between the conversations, late nights, and collective lack of sleep, it clicked.
We knew exactly what direction we wanted Sessions to go.
TAMPA .002
Bringing Sessions back home to Austin felt different.
By this point, we knew what Sessions was becoming and how far we could actually push it.
So we did.
We introduced hands-on workshops, more real-time interaction, and packed the room with artists and friends we genuinely respect.
Somehow it became bigger, more connected, and more in line with what we always wanted Sessions to feel like.
The energy in that room was special. You could feel Sessions evolving in real time.
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Austin felt like the right place to bring Sessions back home again.
And honestly, we’re pushing ourselves harder than we ever have on this one. Which is saying something, because we’ve been pretty relentless from the start.
New ideas, new formats, and new ways to make Sessions feel even more connected, useful, and inspiring for the people in the room.
We’ve been building a lot behind the scenes. Very obsessively. The kind of obsessive where you’re adjusting things at 2am that maybe three people will notice… but we’ll know, and unfortunately that matters to us.
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The Evidence
The Evidence
AUSTIN .001
Our FIRST event was an incredible success, and it wouldn’t have been possible without you. Your trust, curiosity, and willingness to take a chance with us made our vision of sessions a reality. You’ve shown just how powerful this community can be, and we’re so grateful to have had you be a apart of it with us.
You took a chance on an event that had never happened before, run by people who had never run one. That's either trust or poor risk assessment, and we're choosing to believe it's trust.
The room had the energy we hoped for. People stayed. Conversations happened that are still happening. We knew pretty quickly we'd started something bigger th.an us.
TAMPA .002
We’re proud to say Tampa proved what we already knew: this community is ready to grow, and grow together. Thank you to everyone who made it what it was , from the artists and attendees to the sponsors and supporters.
Tampa was our first chance to bring Sessions to a new city and a new venue, and really set the tone for what this thing could become.
We weren’t interested in running the same seminar everyone’s already been to. We wanted to push ourselves, experiment a little, and show people what Sessions was actually about.
And somewhere between the conversations, late nights, and collective lack of sleep, it clicked.
We knew exactly what direction we wanted Sessions to go.
AUSTIN .003
We were excited to bring Sessions home and back to Austin. This was honestly our most epic one yet. We didn’t think we could outdo ourselves, but we did.
We introduced hands-on workshops, real-time learning, and brought together some of our close friends all in one room. The energy, the conversations, and the growth that came out of it… it was something special.
We were excited to bring Sessions home and back to Austin. This was honestly our most epic one yet. We didn’t think we could outdo ourselves, but we did.
We introduced hands-on workshops, real-time learning, and brought together some of our close friends all in one room. The energy, the conversations, and the growth that came out of it… it was something special.
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We’re gearing up for our next event, and we’re calling Austin home.
We’re pushing ourselves to outdo what we’ve done before, and we can’t wait to show you what we’ve been building.
Full lineup dropping soon.
We’re gearing up for our next event, and we’re calling Austin home.
We’re pushing ourselves to outdo what we’ve done before, and we can’t wait to show you what we’ve been building.
Full lineup dropping soon.
Built by Artists, For Artists
We know the grind. The long days, the burnout, the constant pressure to keep making better work while also pretending you have your life together. We’ve been there.
Sessions came from that exact place. Frustrated with surface-level talks, recycled advice, and seminars that somehow say a lot without actually saying anything.
So we built something different.
No “10 steps to success” energy. Just real learning, honest conversations, hands-on experiences, and the kind of growth that actually sticks once you get back home and sit down to draw again.
Made by artists who are still in it, same as you.
We’re here because we want more for our work, our future, and each other.
Sessions was built to push tattooing forward through real tools, honest insight, and shared experiences that actually help artists grow, not just collect another lanyard and a notebook they’ll never open again.
What makes Sessions different is simple: we put tattooers first. Not just as artists, but as people trying to build meaningful careers, stay inspired, and survive an industry that occasionally somehow runs entirely on burnout and last-minute problem solving.
This is a space where we learn from each other, grow together, and push ourselves creatively alongside people who genuinely care.
Just artists doing the work.
Because at the end of the day, showing up for this industry means showing up for the people living it every day.
We’re here because we want more for our work, our future, and each other.
Sessions was built to push tattooing forward through real tools, honest insight, and shared experiences that actually help artists grow, not just collect another lanyard and a notebook they’ll never open again.
What makes Sessions different is simple: we put tattooers first. Not just as artists, but as people trying to build meaningful careers, stay inspired, and survive an industry that occasionally somehow runs entirely on burnout and last-minute problem solving.
This is a space where we learn from each other, grow together, and push ourselves creatively alongside people who genuinely care.
Just artists doing the work.
Because at the end of the day, showing up for this industry means showing up for the people living it every day.
Built by Artists, For Artists
We know the grind. The long days, the burnout, the constant pressure to keep making better work while also pretending you have your life together. We’ve been there.
Sessions came from that exact place. Frustrated with surface-level talks, recycled advice, and seminars that somehow say a lot without actually saying anything.
So we built something different.
No “10 steps to success” energy. Just real learning, honest conversations, hands-on experiences, and the kind of growth that actually sticks once you get back home and sit down to draw again.
Made by artists who are still in it, same as you.
Built by Artists, For Artists
We know the grind. The long days, the burnout, the constant pressure to keep making better work while also pretending you have your life together. We’ve been there.
Sessions came from that exact place. Frustrated with surface-level talks, recycled advice, and seminars that somehow say a lot without actually saying anything.
So we built something different.
No fluff. No “10 steps to success” energy. Just real learning, honest conversations, hands-on experiences, and the kind of growth that actually sticks once you get back home and sit down to draw again.
Made by artists who are still in it. Same as you.
the framework
Sessions was built because tattoo education started feeling passive, repetitive, and disconnected from the reality of actually being a tattooer. We wanted something more honest, hands-on, and built around real growth. Not just sitting in a dark room pretending you’ll revisit your notes later.
Why Sessions Exists
You’re not just watching someone work from the back of the room. You’ll draw, ask questions, workshop ideas, get critiques, and solve problems in real time alongside the people presenting.
Active, Not Passive
We are tattooers too. Still experimenting, struggling, adapting, and figuring things out right alongside everyone else. Just real conversations from people still living the chaos of this industry every day.
we are still in it
Sessions focuses on the things everything else is built on: Drawing. Design. Composition. Creativity. Communication. Longevity. Not just chasing trends, but building stability, individuality, and work that still feels like yours years from now.
Built Around Foundations
The room matters as much as the presentations. Sessions is built to connect artists, share knowledge openly, and create the kind of conversations that actually push people forward creatively and professionally. No cliques. Just people helping each other make our industry stronger.
Community Over Competition
We talk burnout, creative identity, client experience, inspiration, branding, and building a career that still feels fulfilling years from now. Because learning how to be a better artist, communicator, and human is usually what makes or breaks you in this industry.
More Than Technique
Every part of Sessions is built to make the experience feel personal, creative, and actually worth being there for. From workshops and critiques to the layouts, social hangs, and the Sessions app, everything is designed to help artists connect, learn, and stay inspired long after the weekend ends.
Designed With Intention
Leave better than you arrived. More inspired. More connected. More capable. That’s the framework behind Sessions.
the goal
THE FRAMEWORK
Listening to Your Vision
We begin by discussing your goals, audience, and expectations to ensure our approach aligns perfectly with your vision.
The Framework
WORKSHOPS
It’s all about the hands-on. These sessions are made for doing.
Try techniques in real time
Get immediate, personal feedback
Ask questions while you work
Walk away with new skills you actually used
SEMINARS
Big ideas. Real talk. These are deep dives into how each artist actually work so you can take it and apply it to yourS.
Learn the “why” behind their process
Watch full breakdowns from concept to completion
Hear honest stories, not just highlight reels
Leave with ideas you can take straight to the shop
CONNECTIONS
No cliques. No ego. Just good people who care about tattooing as much as you do.
Build real relationships with fellow artists
Share experiences, stories, and insights
Meet people who push you to grow
Be part of something bigger
ENVIRONMENT
Where you are matters. We choose inspiring spaces where the vibe matches the vision.
Creative venues with character
Natural light, open layout, and good energy
Designed to keep you engaged, not boxed in
Built for collaboration — where ideas flow and people actually engage
PERSPECTIVE
See things in a new light. Even if it’s not your style, there’s still something you can take and apply to yours.
Step outside your usual way of thinking
Pick up ideas you didn’t know you needed
Learn from approaches totally different than yours
Adapt what you hear to fit your own voice and process
DELIVERY
What you get matters just as much as how it’s given. We built Sessions to be intentional, useful, and grounded in real value.
No filler. No wasted time
Everything designed to support growth
The full package, meals, merch, and tools that have practical use
Real conversations with people who’ve been through it
Q&As, critiques, and panels that get real
Spaces built for focus, learning, and movement
The Team
Squire Strahan
Chief Stress Absorber
Squire Strahan
Chief Stress Absorber
Russell Widner
Operations Overlord
Russell Widner
Operations Overlord
Josh Agostinelli
Vibe Coordinator
Logan Bourbina
Context Provider
Dre Dayli
Floating Operations
Zach Lee
Social Documenter
Dylan mott
Problem Solver
Lane Hahnn
Privacy Protector
Andi Ink
Contingency Planner
Lettie Lynch
Chief Decision Haver
Dane Smith
VIP Treatment Provider
Ian goldwasser
Values Enforcer
Makayla Lee
Emotional Support
Ben wilder
Assignment Delegator
The Team Behind Sessions
Squire Strahan
Chief Stress Absorber
Russell Widner
Operations Overlord
Logan Bourbina
Context Provider
Josh Agostinelli
Vibe Coordinator
Ben wilder
Assignment Delegator
David Brown
Problem Solver
Ian goldwasser
Values Enforcer
Dre Dayli
Floating Operations
Makayla Lee
Emotional Support
Zach Lee
Social Documenter
Dane Smith
VIP Treatment Provider
Lettie Lynch
Chief Decision Haver
Andi Ink
Privacy Protector
Lane Hahnn
Contingency Planner
this is whAT
And this is what
this is whAT
KEEPS US
KEEPS US
KEEPS US
GOING
GOING
GOING
we want you to succeed.
Sessions isn’t chasing trends. We’re chasing better.
We push past what’s comfortable, question what’s expected, and keep going when it gets hard. We’re here to face the roadblocks, find the tools, and build something that gives us what we need to get better, individually and together.
we want you to succeed.
Sessions isn’t chasing trends. We’re chasing better.
We push past what’s comfortable, question what’s expected, and keep going when it gets hard. We’re here to face the roadblocks, find the tools, and build something that gives us what we need to get better, individually and together.
Let’s do this together.
we want you to succeed.
Sessions isn’t chasing trends. We’re chasing better.
We push past what’s comfortable, question what’s expected, and keep going when it gets hard. We’re here to face the roadblocks, find the tools, and build something that gives us what we need to get better, individually and together.