Shadow Me in San Diego: Level Up Your PMU Skills
During my career, one of the most valuable ways I’ve learned has been by spending time with other artists. Watching how someone works can teach you everything from simple tricks—like how they prepare pigment in a cup—to advanced techniques such as the angle, speed, and pressure of their machine.
I learn best by seeing things in action, which is why I created my Shadow Days. Shadowing has a long history in tattooing and PMU, and it remains one of the fastest ways to grow your skills and confidence.
Who Can Benefit from a Shadow Day?
Artists who just took a short course and feel completely lost
Those who have most of the basics down but want to refine their technique
Artists looking for a space to ask questions, share ideas, and see different approaches in action
What You’ll Get During a Shadow Day
My complete training manual to guide your practice
Observation of two client sessions to see real techniques in action
Hands-on practice in a controlled, supportive environment
Tips, feedback, and discussion of best practices for needle selection, pigment mixing, and client prep
Shadow Days are designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-life experience. Whether you want to gain confidence, pick up subtle techniques, or just see another artist’s workflow, shadowing gives you insight you can’t get from videos or books alone.
✨ Invest in yourself and your craft. Even a single day of focused observation and practice can change the way you approach your work—and your clients will notice the difference.