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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 Ethics of Tattooing

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Hygiene, Safety, and Responsibility Tattoos have been around for centuries, and they have always been a form of self-expression. But as the popularity of tattoos grows, so does the need for ethical considerations. Tattooing involves piercing the skin with needles, which can expose the client to various risks such as infections and diseases. This is … 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

Featured Artist Interview with Jenny Clark

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Meet the Artist Jenny Clark is the owner and resident artist at Turquoise Blue Tattoo, a shop located in Bournemouth, England. She is currently teaching an apprentice, and running an all-women studio. With 20 years of experience, she’s found her own illustrative style by combining elements of more traditional tattoo styles. She works in color … Read more

Featured Artist Interview | Sonya Feola De La Cruz

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Meet the Artist Sonya is a tattoo artist based out of Lubbock, Texas, and works in a variety of illustrative styles. She’s a big fan of bright color, and feminine lines. Though the content of her tattoos is, of course, entirely dependent on the client’s desires, there is an element of whimsy and elegance present … Read more

Featured Artist Interview | Travis Sleeper

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Meet The Artist Travis Sleeper has over a decade of experience, and is based in Austin, Texas. His works range from colorful delights, to shades of black and gray horror. Travis is a resident artist at Blindside Tattoo & Piercing, and is there most days. Though he’s constantly working on some aspect his craft, he … Read more