3 Tips For Stenciling Darker Skin Tones | 3 Minutes to Better Tattooing Topics: Tattoo Stencil, Dark Skin Tones, Contour Lines, Tattooing Dark Skin, Tattoo Stencils on Dark Skin, Stencil tips, Tattoo Tips In this "3 Minutes to Better Tattooing" article, we take a look at Jake's outline and strategy to flawlessly craft stencils for individuals with a darker complexion. His approach breaks down the process into several simple steps that will make defining your design sharper and cleaner than ever before. Separate Your Light & Shadow Shapes When creating tattoo designs for darker skin tones ..read more

If you aren’t familiar with me, my name is Jake Meeks and I founded the Fireside Tattoo Network in 2013 with the focus of “Blurring the Lines between Tattooing and Fine Art” Our content is primarily focused on helping tattoo artists hone their skills.  MadRabbit, as you probably know, has mostly focused on tattoo longevity for the client, offering products that help “Revitalize, Replenish, and Restore” tattoos. Through this partnership, we hope to meld our individual expertise to become a tattoo education powerhouse and we hope you’ll come along for the ride! The first concept I would ..read more

What a Great Tattoo is REALLY Made of Let's focus on one of the most critical aspects of both the consultation and design processes: mapping the body. Designing a tattoo that looks good from all angles is challenging, especially when accounting for how movement affects it--this is crucial for all sleeve designs specifically. If you're starting out as a tattoo artist, or even if you're experienced but want to try new styles and forms, there are some things you might overlook. In this article, we'll cover the Fireside Hybrid Method of sleeve design, which uses both analog body maps and digital d ..read more

 Excited about your fresh tattoo or looking to keep your existing ones vibrant? It's finally inked on your skin, but now comes the crucial part: caring for it to ensure proper healing and maintaining long-term good skincare habits. Don't stress over your new ink; instead, follow these tattoo skincare tips to help speed up the healing process and keep your tattoos looking great for years to come. Here's how to care for new tattoos and keep them vibrant for the long term without any hassle. New tattoo care tips: Avoid Re-bandaging: Your tattoo artist might cover your tattoo initially. Keep ..read more

    When many people think of the tattoo industry, they often imagine a male-dominated scene where only men with tattoo-covered arms hold the needles + machines. However, The tattoo industry has indeed undergone a significant shift in recent years, challenging traditional stereotypes and embracing diversity. Women are increasingly making a mark in the tattoo world, breaking through barriers and contributing their unique perspectives and artistic talents. There are several factors contributing to this positive change: Artistic Recognition: More and more people are recognizing that t ..read more

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If you have been tattooing for a while, you have most likely encountered the issue of having to follow up behind an incompetent tattooer and make an effort to fix their bad tattoos. In today's episode, Jake covers what he considers to be the biggest challenge when dealing with this issue. It's probably not what you think. Enjoy! Topics: Bad Tattoo Rework, Tattoo Coverups, Tattoo techniques What to Address First when looking at a Bad Tattoo   “Typically the technical ability of the tattooer that you are following up behind isn't the biggest problem to solve, in my experience…” When we t ..read more

Great tattoos are more than skin deep. For years, American Tattoo Society has built a bold reputation for outstanding artwork and leadership in tattoo best practices. In addition to technical excellence, ATS is at the forefront of tattooing in the military community, with a growing list of studio locations at military installations throughout the U.S. Recognizing the importance of tattoo aftercare and client support, ATS proudly features Mad Rabbit products at locations. The brand will sell more than $100,000 of Mad Rabbit goods this year as artists and clients seek the best aftercare and mai ..read more

It’s no secret that getting tattooed is a lifelong commitment. You spend time, money, and effort to find the best artist and wear your artwork permanently. But many people seem to overlook the other side of tattoo commitment — maintaining your ink long-term with good habits. Tattoos are indeed permanent, but that doesn’t mean they look the same way forever. Your ink may not maintain its original color and shape without a well-rounded skincare routine and balanced lifestyle.  There’s no need to fret, even if you’ve neglected tattoo maintenance for years. There are ways to rejuvenate your t ..read more

Caring for a new tattoo seems simple enough on paper. You keep the area clean with soap and water and moisturize the area while avoiding stress and sun exposure.  But when it comes to hydrating your tattoo, what is the role of lotions? It’s not always clear when to apply lotion in the tattoo healing process, and your tattoo artist might offer vague instructions that confuse you. The short answer is that lotion is key to successfully healing a tattoo, and you need to pick the right products and stick to a consistent schedule. However, things get trickier regarding timing, quantity, and tec ..read more