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Finding Success as a Tattoo Artist: Business and Marketing Tips

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Tattooing has become a mainstream art form, and the demand for talented tattoo artists is constantly increasing. However, the industry is highly competitive, and success requires much more than just artistic skills. As a tattoo artist, you need to have strong business and marketing skills to make your mark and stand out from the competition. … Read more

The Importance of Apprenticeships in Tattooing

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Tattooing is a highly skilled art form that requires a combination of technical proficiency, creative vision, and professional acumen. Whether you’re an aspiring tattoo artist or a seasoned professional, the journey towards mastery requires continuous learning, practice, and mentorship. One of the most effective ways to gain these essential skills and insights is through an … Read more

How to set up a coil tattoo machine

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How to set up a coil tattoo machine.
If you are a beginner, you probably don’t know how to set up your new coil tattoo machine, what it’s for, or what it can do. There are times when a machine can break and a novice tattoo artist doesn’t even know about it because they don’t fully understand how it works. Don’t worry!  This … Read more

Tips on how to keep tattoos looking new

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Tips on how to keep tattoos looking new.
There are a number of things that affect the tattoo’s appearance over time. A tattoo tends to change color over time, and become pale and blurry. This does not happen with all tattoos though. Let’s look at why this happens and what to do to maintain the tattoo’s quality and color. CAUSES OF TATTOO FADING … Read more

How to make tattoo stencils

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How to make tattoo stencils.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Making Tattoo Stencils: What They Are, Why You Need Them, Materials, Process Tattoo stencils are an important part of the tattooing process. They allow you to transfer the image of the tattoo onto the skin, ensuring that everything is in the right place and looks exactly how you want it to. … Read more

Drinking after a tattoo

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Alcohol and Tattoos.
Alcohol and Tattoos: The Effects of Drinking on Your Body and Tattoo Healing Process If you’re like most people, you probably enjoy a cold beer or glass of wine every now and then. But what about after getting a tattoo? Is it okay to drink alcohol? Will it thin your blood and make the healing … Read more

How to Use Transfer Paper Tattoo

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How to Use Transfer Paper Tattoo.
How to Use Transfer Paper Tattoo Many tattooers, over the years, have tried different ways to transfer their original designs onto their clients’ skin. And there are many ways to transfer a tattoo design on the skin (including freehand). But one of the most common methods is using transfer paper. In this article we will … Read more