By Zach Manges
Zionsville’s own NJS Studio is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
The studio has undergone a unique journey over the past two decades. After deciding college was not the right road for her, owner Nadine Anderson took up work at nail school and discovered a love for the industry.
She began with creating Nails by Nadine but within a few years expanded the business into a full-on spa and salon under the NJS Studio title.
“It’s kind of unusual,” Anderson said. “Most salons start with hair care and then add on nails and spa, so it’s helped us to have a strong base in spa treatment.”
Anderson grew up in Zionsville and has come to see many of her clients as good friends. An environment of warmth and community has given the business what Anderson calls her special touch. As she tells it, this has come from a critical balance of business and family.
“You can have the business but if you don’t have great people then it doesn’t work,” Anderson said. “My husband and my parents have been so supportive. My mom does behind the scenes bookkeeping and my dad does outdoor gardening and snow shoveling. It’s definitely a family-based business, and it takes all of us to make it work.”
A common compliment for NJS Studio from clients is that it feels “just like home.” Anderson attests that the business is just as likely to build friendships between those who visit, as it is to provide quality services.
“We have wonderful clients, a great staff, and family support in making it all happen,” Anderson said. “We’re grateful to serve such a great community.”
