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How to become a tattoo artist by prettyinblack1805

"It was amazing even though I was a shop bitch for a bit.:P"

How I did it: My art, simple.
It happened really fast, but if you are a good artist then it shouldn't be a problem.
I went into the shop to get my next tattoo done and he saw my art work, he called me up later that day to see if I was interested in learning how to tattoo. I pretty much screamed and dropped the phone ><
So I apprentice, first month I was cleaning and getting lunch for everyone you know the " Shop Bitch" haha Well then I learned how to use the autoclave, and sterlization, and the techniques with the tattoo machiene. NEVER CALL IT A GUN! it doesn't kill people. ne way, haha I got better and better at it, before I knew it I was booked for months in advance with people willing to wait until I had a spot opening. It is hard work, but totally worth it.

Lessons & tips: Well, don't expect to automatically get into a shop, some tattoo artist don't want the competition.
Also, DRAW, DRAW and draw some more. If you are not willing to do art till 5am haha then you don't want to get in the tattoo buissness. There are so many nights, that I have to draw up designs and I would get sleep until 7am the next day and I started at 5pm. My elbow was sore. Anyway, I mean have a strong portfolio, 25 pictures of your best art, and then try out some shops. The best thing is to have different and unique art, don't just focus on just roses or demons but try some portraits of animals or famour people like Elvis. Work on hands and feet art. You want to be flexiable with your art work to show that you can do a different range. Then after a while have a specialty. Don't walk into a shop thinking you are the best thing that came to the industry, or your head up your ass. Ask questions, possibly see how much an apprenticeship will cost. Also, it wouldn't hurt if you had a few tattoos yourself haha ><


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Dec 02, 2008, 08:19PM PST | 2 comments | 5 cheers



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    this is what i want to be, it makes sence for me but i’m unsure of my abliities

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    here is how you can do it 1 month ago

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    bounchicawounwoun

    i wanna be a tattoo artist 4 months ago

    i wanna become a tattoo artist so bad
    im always thinking about tattoos and what ones i wanna get and im always researching them on loads of different sites.the only problem is im not sure whether my art will get ever get better, its alright i guess but its not up to tattoo standards.
    im 14 now and i wonder if anyone could tell me whether if i keep drawing drawing drawing my art will improve, and does anyone know of any books or websites that could maybe help me. stuff on portrait drawings would be preferable coz i prefer portrait tattoos and would love to be able to draw them better. :)

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    MarilynGunHoe is happy

    Machines 5 months ago

    I got 2 brand new tattoo machines from my tattoo artist!!! I’m sooooo motivated to move forward with this and start my carreer. I’m also enrolled in college trying to get my degree in art so I can be a well rounded artist. I was doubting myself, my art and was sooooo discouraged for so long. But I’m sticking to it. This is my dream and I’m not letting anything get in the way of that anymore. After I finish my summer class my tattoo artist is giving me a power supply! I’m so happy someone is finally giving me a break.

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    Jun 09, 09:56AM PDT | 1 cheer | 0 comments


    inkgirlflor this is my life, and i have to live it... right?

    Untitled 5 months ago

    well, i’m doing it, learning and stuff. my teacher is awesome, and i hope that i will succeed!!

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    Tattoo Artist 7 months ago

    It started when my mum got one for her 40th and i was facinated, that was when i was 13. In school i couldnt help but to doodle on my arms and my mates arms, mainly swirly patterns going from hands to elbows {no wonder im failing haha} then my friend Michael said ‘you should be a tattoo artist’ and it was like a lightbulb had just switched on. So since then iv been obsessed. My uncle made me a light box so i can do designs and practice tracing, Kat Von D has become an idol, and im also a huge fan of the guys in Miami Ink. I managed to convince my mum to let me get a tattoo but me being so overwhelmed at the idea completely forgot its illegal for under 18’s lol. Anyway so yeah, my goal in life is to become a tattoo artist and have my own shop :D

    Mar 28, 10:10AM PDT | 1 cheer | 1 comment


    CutTheBlueWire

    Start with the Art 11 months ago

    Ive already designed my own tattoo sitting on my left shoulder, and have drawn designs for seven different people, four of which have gone to artists to gt them done.

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    Untitled 11 months ago

    I have two tattoos now, both of which I did the line art for. Something about tattoo art just gets me. I love it. I know becoming a tattoo artist would be perfect for me. It is such a great form of expression, and its so vibrant and personal. I have been looking for something to do with my life, so I can be happy. Tattoos are interesting, and I know that becoming a tattoo artist would give me a chance to have work that I am actually passionate about. :)

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    Dec 14, 2008, 05:12PM PST | 1 cheer | 0 comments


    bigscrap

    Untitled 12 months ago

    i want to become a tatoo artist

    Nov 25, 2008, 12:23PM PST | 1 cheer | 0 comments


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    On my way 12 months ago

    I’m already apprenticing, but I want to be able to tattoo actual people instead of practice skin, and have my own steady stream of clients.

    Nov 06, 2008, 11:22AM PST | 1 cheer | 0 comments


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