OUR STAFF
Feleshia Sams,
CEO/Director
Feleshia Sams is the CEO and Founder of Academy of Advanced Cosmetics and a distinguished expert in the permanent makeup industry with over 20 years of experience. As the former owner of ReNu Cosmetic Clinic in Alpharetta, GA, Feleshia has performed thousands of procedures, specializing in 3D nipple tattooing, scar camouflage, lip blushing, cleft lip repair, vitiligo repigmentation, brows, eyeliner, and scalp micropigmentation for hair loss.
Her passion for perfecting the art of cosmetic tattooing has taken her around the country, where she has earned over a dozen certifications and trained with top professionals in the field. Feleshia has been featured in the New York Times, Ink Magazine, CBS 46, and Best Self Atlanta Magazine. Through the Academy of Advanced Cosmetics, she has empowered countless beauty professionals to build successful careers by providing in-depth education and hands-on training.
Now, with the launch of AAC Elite Ink Studio, Feleshia will serve as CEO, director, mentor, and educator, taking on extremely limited clients while focusing on building up her new elite artists. Beyond her professional achievements, Feleshia is also a dedicated mother, balancing her family life with her passion for the beauty industry.
Leah
Elite Artist
Leah, the founder of Brows By Leah LLC in Columbus, Ohio, brings her expertise in permanent makeup to AAC Elite Ink Studio. With a solid foundation in extensive coursework, Leah has successfully grown her business, earning five-star reviews and a loyal client base through her exceptional service and artistry.
Specializing in Microblading, permanent eyeliner, and lip blushing, Leah also offers services like permanent freckles, beauty marks, and small tattoo removal. Her deep passion for makeup, beauty, and art naturally led her to a thriving career in permanent cosmetics.
Leah has also partnered with reputable organizations to provide specialized services for cancer patients, reflecting her commitment to making a meaningful impact through her work. We're excited to welcome Leah's talent and dedication to the AAC Elite Ink Studio team.
Daniella
Elite Artist
Daniela's journey began with a deep awareness of the impact congenital disorders, surgeries, and traumatic events can have on individuals, often leaving behind both physical and emotional scars. She saw a unique opportunity to help people regain their confidence and restore their appearance through paramedical tattooing. Over the past six months, Daniela has been diligently honing her skills as a Paramedical apprentice, specializing in Scar Camouflage and Areola Repigmentation, with plans to expand her expertise to include Lip Blushing and Scalp Micropigmentation.
Daniela’s warm and compassionate nature, combined with her genuine passion for helping others, shines through in every personalized treatment she offers. Daniela is also available for Scalp Micropigmentation, Lip Blushing, and Brows, bringing her extensive skills to these additional areas.
In her free time, she enjoys getting lost in a good book and channeling her creativity into ceramics. With a background in biochemistry and medicine, Daniela’s diverse interests reflect her commitment to both the art and science of paramedical aesthetics, ensuring that her clients receive the highest level of care.
Markita Anderson
Elite Artist
Markita is a Nationally Certified Mobile Phlebotomist and Medical Assistant who has been dedicated to serving her patients for nearly a decade. With a natural talent for helping others, Markita's commitment has inspired many of her peers to build stronger connections with their patients and rediscover their passion for healthcare. But that’s not all—when Markita isn’t busy being a "medical vampire," she’s pursuing her passion for beauty and skincare as a student of Esthetics at the Health and Style Institute.
Markita has always had a deep love for all things beauty and skincare, a passion that dates back to her childhood. She thrives on making people feel beautiful, whether it’s through her words or her work. As an elite artist, Markita specializes in all things brows, including microblading, ombre, nano, henna, and lamination. Her dedication to the art of beauty ensures that every client leaves her chair feeling confident and radiant.
