Everything you need to know about tattooing as either a hobby or career, including: becoming a tattoo artist, designing tattoos, tattoo machine configurations and tattooing techniques. We’ll also help to answer some of the most common tattooing questions.
If you’re about to join the community, you might have already heard questions like “Do I need tattoos to be a tattoo artist?” or “Do tattoo artists need to have tattoos?” Indeed, this has been a heated debate for ages with opposing opinions. I’ll share my view on this as a longtime tattoo lover in … Read more
Before diving into the tattoo stencil stuff alternative, let’s have a look at these terms first. Stencil refers to a thin sheet with letters, patterns, or shapes cut out if it. Together, it constitutes a complete design. To transfer such a design from the stencil to the client’s skin, tattoo artists would have to use … Read more
If you have been to a tattoo shop before, you surely have taken notice of how most working tools are properly wrapped in plastic. While this practice may appear to be rather strange to outsiders, it is actually considered a norm in the tattoo industry. So, why do tattoo artists wrap their machines? What are … Read more
Before inking on real people, many aspiring tattoo artists use fake tattoo skins to practice their hand movements and skills. Since they are an irreplaceable part of any tattoo artist’s toolkit, many people are concerned about how to clean fake tattoo skin. After all, spilling is still bound to happen, and it can do great … Read more
When it comes to “art,” there is just a thin line between inspiration and copying. As a result, many people make the mistake of confusing the two. Let’s say that both of the above definitions are similar in taking other people’s products as a model for your own. But what makes them different? We have … Read more
Because tattoos are lifelong, how do tattoo artists practice, notably when they are beginners? Although it is feasible, it is not recommended that you begin adding ink to relatives right away. Instead, today’s post will get into the 8 most common practices for tattoo beginners. How Do Tattoo Artists Practice? (8 Popular Methods) There are … Read more
If you’re passionate about art and tattooing, becoming a tattoo artist can be a rewarding career choice. However, this creative trade is not easy to pursue; it requires a huge amount of time and dedication to success. For those considering choosing this career path, it’s certainly intriguing to know the potential payoff that the profession … Read more
Can I be a tattoo artist if I can’t draw? So many times that we’re asked this question that we lose count of! Tattooing is a promising and likely well-paying profession with seemingly few obstacles to entry for newcomers. Yet, for the most part, the inability to draw and sketch seems to be the number … Read more
Applying a tattoo stencil without deodorant may appear unachievable to many individuals. Because deodorant includes alcohol, it can dry and damage your skin. This can be painful for those with sensitive skin. Then, some of you must be wondering: “How to apply tattoo stencil without deodorant?”. Read on to know what you should use to … Read more
Do tattoo artists get health insurance? For many people, this question leads to an inevitable yes. After all, tattoo artists are a high-risk occupation, with direct exposure to multiple infectious diseases. Therefore, it makes sense that tattoo parlors offer health insurance coverage for their staff. But how much of this is correct? If you find … Read more
Getting a tattoo is the most difficult choice, and the design must be tidy. Unfortunately, the tattoo can get filthy, and the ink gets all over the artist’s hands and clothes! However, there are methods for removing extra ink from the affected region. In this post, we’ll look at “What do tattoo artists use to … Read more