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Egyptian Back Peice by Darian at The Gilded Needle in Asheville, NC USA
<table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1tt95ny/egyptian_back_peice_by_darian_at_the_gilded/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/07jqomnkrj4h1.jpeg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=360988be4f45f336dc931c0dcfa1b37c22cebac8" alt="Egyptian Back Peice by Darian at The Gilded Needle in Asheville, NC USA" title="Egyptian Back Peice by Darian at The Gilded Needle in Asheville, NC USA" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>This is the start to my Eg…
My second ever tattoo. Done by Angie, At Blasted tattoos, TX.
<table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1tt7wx6/my_second_ever_tattoo_done_by_angie_at_blasted/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/xblgrploij4h1.jpg?width=140&height=140&crop=1:1,smart&auto=webp&s=022e7fdd66904193b689d441a71bba28e5559701" alt="My second ever tattoo. Done by Angie, At Blasted tattoos, TX." title="My second ever tattoo. Done by Angie, At Blasted tattoos, TX." /> </a> </td><td> submitted by <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Eupho…
Osprey tattoo by Lukas Kay, Glasgow, Scotland
<table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1tt4ls8/osprey_tattoo_by_lukas_kay_glasgow_scotland/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/xopbg2adwi4h1.jpg?width=140&height=140&crop=1:1,smart&auto=webp&s=71bf199a82226ff912ddf968f8443aebece23191" alt="Osprey tattoo by Lukas Kay, Glasgow, Scotland" title="Osprey tattoo by Lukas Kay, Glasgow, Scotland" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Half healed, half fresh</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> submitted…
Focus on Dragons: Tattooing’s Most Timeless Iconography
A symbol of strength, transformation, and mystery, the dragon has always stood among the most iconic subjects in the world of tattooing. Its visual power spans centuries and cultures: from… The post Focus on Dragons: Tattooing’s Most Timeless Iconography appeared first on Tattoo Life .
Is paying for an apprenticeship the new normal?
<!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Hey all, I hope everyone is doing okay. Just had a quick question about apprenticeships. I went to a shop and really like the location and the people there, but my main hang up is being charged to basically draw & clean for 6 months to a year without ever tattooing. I went initially and even paid but after just feeling like I was taking up time in my day to clean up and then draw just felt like I wasn’t actually learning anything. </p> <p>Don’t get me wrong…
I just got my first ever placement in a convention.
<!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>What do I need to know? I am a sponge here, ready to soak up all the information and helpful tips</p> <p>I don't drive, and it's either a flight or a ferry and 200+ miles to get there</p> <p>So space saving and money saving tips would be super appreciated, though, all tips and what to expect are welcome</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> submitted by <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/QuickSpace3289"> /u/QuickSpace3289 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.c…
Both my tattoos by ig - tobie.tattoos located in central Florida
<table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1tsgtq2/both_my_tattoos_by_ig_tobietattoos_located_in/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/keytudc7gd4h1.jpg?width=140&height=140&crop=1:1,smart&auto=webp&s=2dd18312cf4ab7799c904c7fd9d277a9e9913b8c" alt="Both my tattoos by ig - tobie.tattoos located in central Florida" title="Both my tattoos by ig - tobie.tattoos located in central Florida" /> </a> </td><td> submitted by <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/…
daria fedorinchik / moscow / what I asked for vs what I got
<table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1tsc7ly/daria_fedorinchik_moscow_what_i_asked_for_vs_what/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/e24jsijqfc4h1.jpg?width=140&height=140&crop=1:1,smart&auto=webp&s=37ef321b24dfe9c55da422818228ee70cf52ae25" alt="daria fedorinchik / moscow / what I asked for vs what I got" title="daria fedorinchik / moscow / what I asked for vs what I got" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>artist: @gore.fedorino</p>…
Large-scale geometric tattoo by Eddie Rise (me) at Black Alchemy Studio in Albuquerque, New Mexico l
<!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I’ve been working with Chris on his large-scale project over the years. More to come!</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> submitted by <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Eddie-Rise"> /u/Eddie-Rise </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1ts5srt">[link]</a></span> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1ts5srt/largescale_geometric_tattoo_by_eddie_rise_me_at/">[comments]</a></span>
Tattoo I did! carissa_tattoos at Salty Fox Tattoos in Commerce, TX. I’ve been tattooing for around 3 years
submitted by <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/MRS_KETCHUP-STAIN"> /u/MRS_KETCHUP-STAIN </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/k93mv4ykv74h1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/TattooArtists/comments/1trrqz2/tattoo_i_did_carissa_tattoos_at_salty_fox_tattoos/">[comments]</a></span>
How to advertise a new style?
submitted by <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/tellurcatisaypspsp"> /u/tellurcatisaypspsp </a> <br/> <span><a href="/r/tattooadvice/comments/1tqdvxx/how_to_advertise_a_new_style/">[link]</a></span> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/TattooArtists/comments/1trob3m/how_to_advertise_a_new_style/">[comments]</a></span>
Got both hands blasted by Sashka at Deadly Tattoo in Calgary, Canada today. Long day!
<table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1tro4f1/got_both_hands_blasted_by_sashka_at_deadly_tattoo/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/wjhh1ogvy64h1.jpeg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=8286865ee600b3e87b48c99694bd4937157a66a1" alt="Got both hands blasted by Sashka at Deadly Tattoo in Calgary, Canada today. Long day!" title="Got both hands blasted by Sashka at Deadly Tattoo in Calgary, Canada today. Long day!" /> </a> </td><td> submitted by <a href="…
Am i wrong?
<!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I have a client who is booked for a large cover up tomorrow and they just informed me theyre going to the beach the day after I do the tattoo. I told them since i know they're intentionally going to put the tattoo in poor healing conditions that i will NOT be honoring my free touch up policy. Am i wrong for that?</p> <p>Update: i advised the client of the risk told them i wouldnt honor the touch up and told them id prefer that they reschedule, ultimately they r…
Healed deer by me (Neeko Giffin) in Bellingham WA
<!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>This was such a fun tattoo 🦌 </p> <p>Healed about 8 months after the final session.</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> submitted by <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/neeko3eyes"> /u/neeko3eyes </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://i.redd.it/54ijjdmsx44h1.jpeg">[link]</a></span> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1trefjs/healed_deer_by_me_neeko_giffin_in_bellingham_wa/">[comments]</a></span>
Recent tattoos i made, Storoien.ink tattooing in Bergen Norway 1.5 yrs🖤
<!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>slide nr 3 is a matching pair</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> submitted by <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/satanlovesmeso"> /u/satanlovesmeso </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1trdy19">[link]</a></span> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/TattooArtists/comments/1trdy19/recent_tattoos_i_made_storoienink_tattooing_in/">[comments]</a></span>
Backpiece cover up by me (Mike Boyd) at Good Luck NYC in New York
<table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1tr39o0/backpiece_cover_up_by_me_mike_boyd_at_good_luck/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/mhifiq8v434h1.jpg?width=140&height=140&crop=1:1,smart&auto=webp&s=85e1a51489e5963261895781d6ad9acab89d768a" alt="Backpiece cover up by me (Mike Boyd) at Good Luck NYC in New York" title="Backpiece cover up by me (Mike Boyd) at Good Luck NYC in New York" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Done over 5 sess…
Give me a HELL YAH!!
<table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1tqnihq/give_me_a_hell_yah/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/fjgd3md9gz3h1.jpg?width=140&height=140&crop=1:1,smart&auto=webp&s=cc0475fc2ad8ac0a4e17f21f8bb897728f75e25d" alt="Give me a HELL YAH!!" title="Give me a HELL YAH!!" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Courtesy of @johnny_vampotna in Los Angeles</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> submitted by <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/BelgianWaffl…
stop grip tape from slipping down (up???) machine?
<!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>i got a new machine and it’s been awesome however i have one issue with it! the grip tape on my machine keeps slipping off the machine towards the cartridge. it’s a pen machine that is consistent diameter all the way through. i use barrier film and just do a wrap or two of grip tape over it. i wouldn’t want to put a large grip on it as it’s already wide enough for me (esp in comparison to my last machine which was smaller). any suggestions? it’s super annoying …
by Matti Leppik - Toronto Canada @funboy.matti
<!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>half fresh half healed project, check out ig @funboy.matti for more 🙏</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> submitted by <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/Famous_Role_7809"> /u/Famous_Role_7809 </a> <br/> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1tqgx1l">[link]</a></span> <span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1tqgx1l/by_matti_leppik_toronto_canada_funboymatti/">[comments]</a></span>
Much needed coverup!
<table> <tr><td> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/tattoos/comments/1tqb8zh/much_needed_coverup/"> <img src="https://preview.redd.it/cv376hkx3x3h1.jpg?width=140&height=140&crop=1:1,smart&auto=webp&s=4c117e272ad2b1819cc52169463ebdc761e71eee" alt="Much needed coverup!" title="Much needed coverup!" /> </a> </td><td> <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>I got absolutely crucified when I asked if the first one was bad or I’m just overthinking it 😂 so here’s the follow up. Very happy wi…
Question for self-employed artists
<!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p></p> <p>How separate do you generally keep yourselves from the business side of the shop owner’s finances?</p> <p>For example, do owners usually keep things completely private, or do they openly discuss financial stress, debts, struggling months, overhead pressure etc with the artists working there?</p> <p>I’m curious where people think the line is between appropriate transparency and oversharing, especially when you’re self-employed but still working within s…
Welcome to Sinked Art Tattoo
Today we take you inside Sinked Art, a studio that has earned a strong reputation across Italy for its commitment to realism. Based in Pordenone, in the northeast of Italy,… The post Welcome to Sinked Art Tattoo appeared first on Tattoo Life .
Traveling advise
<!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Hey yall! </p> <p>Im moving to another country soon and I'm trying to figure out the best way to fly with inks. I'm planning on taking them in my carry on and wrapping them in paper towels, plastic and finally placing that in a zip lock bag. Is there a better way to do this? Will i end up with ink all over my clothes?</p> </div><!-- SC_ON --> submitted by <a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/_witchinthewoods_"> /u/_witchinthewoods_ </a> <br/> <span><a href=…
Evan Davis/NashvilleTN/black13tattooparlor and shin front and partial back Kyle F. at kustomthrills/NashvilleTN
<!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>My thighs, knees caps front+back, lower back of the shins and full on back of shins all by Evan Davis! All freehand. I have a back piece by him as well. Couldnt recommend enough!. All of the design was pulled from suits of armor I showed both of them and obv. their interpration of it. It was roughly 12 sessions and roughly 60 hours? The most painful spots were near the tendons on the knee and the middle of my thighs front and back. I am so happy with them and l…
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