Tattooing is an industry surrounded by intrigue and myths. Many people fancy becoming a tattoo artist due to the misconception that it’s an easy, rock’n’roll lifestyle- a whole of heavy metal, skateboarding, and fame.  Thanks to reality TV shows surrounding the tattoo world, people assume that all artists get out of bed at 4 pm, do one tattoo while drinking a beer, and then swan off to a punk concert for the rest of the night. While this may be true for some people, the stereotypes surrounding tattooing are very harmful, and they disregard how intense the job can be. Tattooing isn’t jus ..read more

As a beginner, a good tattoo artist will always seek guidance and standard before investing time and money into a client. A good tattoo artist will also require the same commitment and dedication from their clients as they would from you. Getting tattooed might be uncomfortable, especially for a beginner. It's always better to be honest with your wants and needs so that we can achieve your goals. The world is constantly changing its mind on what it likes and the next hot in the streets thing. As a tattoo artist, do not take offense to any criticism you may come across in this field. Instea ..read more

Taking Care of Your Tattoo Your tattoo artist will give you all the information you need to care for your new tattoo properly. The most important thing to remember is to keep your tattoo clean and not pick at it. Your new tattoo will inevitably be itchy, but resist the urge to scratch. Pulling off the skin too soon could cause the ink to fall out of your tattoo or may even cause scarring—no swimming or soaking your tattoo until the tattoo has healed completely. Healing time is different for everyone. It will usually take 2-3 weeks to heal completely. Please call the shop if you have any questi ..read more

Tattooing is one of the most rewarding, fulfilling careers you can have. It’s creative and thoughtful, yet busy and fast-paced, too. The connection between an artist and a client is genuinely inspiring, and providing someone with a piece of art they’ll treasure for life is a magical experience. But don’t forget, it’s a service and an expensive one! So, It isn’t easy to get into tattooing.  To become a tattoo artist, you need to find someone willing to take you on as an apprentice- and this is a lot easier said than done. It’s sporadic to find a studio that’s actively hiring apprentices ..read more

COVID-19 has impacted businesses globally since its origins in Wuhan, China, in November 2019. Besides the hundreds of thousands of deaths worldwide and the millions of lives affected in general, either by contracting the disease or being forced into mandatory lockdown, many have had to close their doors to the public for months to help stop the spread and protect their customers, as well as themselves. Healthcare workers, usually overworked regularly, have been deemed the frontline heroes, selflessly putting their own lives at risk to help others and working countless hours with minor to no s ..read more

PRO: WORK STRUCTURE Only a handful of industries in the US follow the same work structure as tattoo artists. Rather than having a boss, shops will generally have a collectivist team of artists who each pay their dues. In some cases, there is an owner or a partnership, but either way, artists tend to have plenty of autonomy. Of course, every shop has rules and expectations you must follow, but you will have artistic liberty in your studio and your art. Also, you will likely have total autonomy over your pricing, allowing you to charge what you consider a fair rate. As you develop more skills, i ..read more

In this article, we did thorough research to present the most important things to remember before getting a tattoo. Keep reading below for helpful suggestions on preparing your skin for a tattoo. Tip #1 - Eat and Bring Snacks Making sure you eat before getting tattooed is essential preparation you can do. Eating helps you keep your body relaxed and get comfortable with the tattoo. If you sit for a longer appointment, you should bring a small snack. Eating also helps to keep your blood sugar regular. Low blood pressure can contribute to a risk of passing out, so eat up! Don’t drink up. You ..read more

Getting your first tattoo is terrifying and exciting, and you probably have many questions already. You might need to figure out where to start if you're nervous about your consultation. Please read through our tips and meet your artist with confidence. Tip #1 - Good References are very important Do some research on the imagery you would like. Is it a real piece? Is it more traditional with outlines? Or maybe you’re not sure but open to ideas. As artists, we can draw inspiration from the images and references you bring us. Start a collection of pictures that will help you convey your idea ..read more