Ink Drinkers Project - Drake Design Studio

Ink Drinkers modern tattoo shop website design

Project Overview

Emilia, owner of Ink Drinkers tattoo shop, approached Drake Design Studio with a challenge: her existing website was outdated, hosted on an old platform, and didn't reflect the vibrant, artistic culture of her multi-artist tattoo shop. With several talented artists under one roof, she needed a solution that would showcase each artist's unique style while maintaining a cohesive brand identity.

This project became a complete digital transformation; combining modern web design, custom CMS development, Google Ads campaign management, and comprehensive SEO optimization to drive both online visibility and foot traffic to the shop.

Project Components

Design & Development

• Modern Responsive Design
• Shop Aesthetic Reflection
• Curated Image Gallery
• Photo Editing & Optimization
• Custom Page Layouts
• Mobile & Desktop Responsive
• Live Chat Integration

Custom CMS for Artists

• Multi-Artist Portfolio System
• Individual Artist Bios
• Portfolio Management
• Easy Content Updates
• Image Upload & Gallery
• Artist Profile Pages
• Self-Service Content Control

Marketing & Advertising

• Google Ads Campaign Creation
• Campaign Management
• Ad Copy & Creative
• Performance Monitoring
• Budget Optimization
• Conversion Tracking
• ROI Analysis

SEO & Analytics

• Google Search Console Setup
• Google Business Profile Integration
• Local SEO Optimization
• Keyword Research
• On-Page SEO
• Performance Analytics
• Search Visibility Enhancement

The Challenge

Ink Drinkers faced multiple challenges: an outdated website that didn't represent their modern, artistic brand; no easy way for individual artists to showcase their portfolios; limited online visibility in a competitive market; and difficulty capturing leads from website visitors. With multiple artists each having their own style and following, the website needed to highlight individual talent while maintaining brand cohesion.

Additionally, Emilia wanted to reduce the technical burden on herself and empower her artists to manage their own portfolios and bios without needing to contact a developer for every update.

The Solution

We delivered a comprehensive digital solution. The foundation was a modern, responsive website designed to reflect the shop's edgy artistic aesthetic, complete with carefully curated galleries and optimized imagery. We developed a custom Content Management System that allows each artist to independently manage their portfolio and bio; giving them ownership of their online presence while maintaining the overall brand consistency.

To drive traffic and bookings, we created and managed Google Ads campaigns targeting local customers searching for tattoo services. We integrated live chat for instant customer engagement and implemented comprehensive SEO optimization through Google Search Console and Google Business profile integration, ensuring Ink Drinkers would be found by potential clients searching for tattoo artists in their area.

Key Features

Artist Empowerment

Custom CMS enables each artist to independently update their portfolio, bio, and showcase their unique style; no developer required.

Active Marketing

Ongoing Google Ads campaign management drives qualified traffic and bookings, with continuous optimization for best ROI.

Real-Time Engagement

Live chat integration captures visitor interest in real-time, converting browsers into bookings through instant communication.

Project Impact

Modern Presence

Complete digital transformation from outdated to cutting-edge

Artist Independence

Artists can now update portfolios without technical support

Increased Visibility

Enhanced search rankings and Google Ads driving qualified leads

More Bookings

Live chat and optimized user experience converting visitors

Ink Drinkers Website & Digital Marketing