Entrepreneurship by Nancy E Williams Ex-VP Of Sherwin-Williams Owns IMAGE Studios Franchise BLACK ENTERPRISE connected with McGowen to learn more about his journey to franchise ownership and what he describes as 'out-of-the-box' business strategies helping drive his success. Together, they decided to pursue ownership in IMAGE Studios, an award-winning franchise brand and the premier leader in modern and luxurious salon suites. BE: What made you decide to go with the IMAGE Studios franchise? Plus, IMAGE Studios allows me to be paid about the same as I was at Sherwin-Williams. At our IMAGE Studios, we give the women of Hope’s Door free makeovers, including haircuts, makeup, and beyond.