Tattoo Apprenticeship
Tattooing is one of those subjects that elicit a strong feeling from just about everyone. Some people have a strong dislike for them while other people love them. If you really have love tats, you might be thinking about getting into the business. If so, you’ll need to understand the art of the tat.
Johnny Cash cut an epic album performing for prisoners at San Quentin. He didn’t just do it off the top of his head. It was the culmination of years of work, practice and playing. Being a tattoo artist is a similar situation. You don’t just start out good unless you are extremely lucky. I’ve never heard of anyone who was. Regardless, a good tattoo artist is going to need to put in the time.
Never in my life did I think I would ever see tattoo reality programs. Some are better than others, but all tend to show the same thing when it comes to the artist side of the game. The accomplished tattooist just seems to do it naturally while there is usually an apprentice that learns by apparently sweeping the floor and doing errands! Neither scenario is true. The artist has put in years of blood, sweat and tears – literally! The apprentice definitely puts in their dues, but there is much more going on that is rarely shown and it is the key to becoming a good tattooist.
The art of tattooing is primarily about the art. It doesn’t take that long for someone to learn how to tattoo a butterfly or some other pre-printed image. To really separate yourself from the crowd, however, you have to come up with your own style and portfolio. The body is covered by flesh, but it is still your canvas.
If you want to get into tattooing, you need to be practicing your drawing skills. I am talking morning, day and night. Only then will you develop a style that is your own and a look that will have people traveling from miles around to give you the privilege to work on their canvas.
Boris Gibson is with CustomTattooStudios.com where you can read up on subjects like old school tattoos and other ink subjects.
All About Tattoos : How to Become a Tattoo Apprentice
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Superior Apprentice Tattoo Kit II $159.00 Designed to meet today’s tattoo demands. Two machines equal an easier transition between lining and shading. This kit includes practice skin and an assortment of disposable needles and tubes for any apprentice to start with. Welcome to your new Addiction!!! Includes: |
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Apprentice Two Tattoo Machines Kit III $329.00 Includes: ? (1) – Wasp Machine Liner (1) – Wasp Machine Shader (1) – Superior Power Supply w/ 1/4″ Jacks (1) – Economy Footswitch w/ 1/4″ Jack (1) – Superior Clipcord 1/4″ Jack (7) – Single Needle/Disposable Tube 5/8″ Grip (7) – 3 Tight Needle/Disposable Tube 5/8″ Grip (7) – 5 Flat Needle/Disposable Tube 1″ Grip (7) – 5 Tight Needle/Disposable Tube 5/8″ Grip (7) – 7 Flat Needle/Disposable Tube … |
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Complete Apprentice Tattoo Kit Guns Power Supply Ink US $137.58 Whats included in your kit?MP-100 Power Supply by Monster PointUpgraded Stainless Steel FLAT Foot Pedal1 Clip Cord1 bottle of Genuine Iron Butterfly BLACK Ink – 15ml (Made in the USA)50 MIXED Sterilized Monster Point Tattoo Needles2 Professional Monster Point Tattoo Machines: V3 & V72 pcs – Professional Tattoo GripsSet of 8 Stainless steel tipsTattoo Practice Skin2 CDs100 Disposable Ink CapsMetal … |
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Learn How To Tattoo DVD Video Collection $199.00 “Learn How To Tattoo Apprenticeship Training 2009 DVD Videos” These videos were filmed in 2009 and in full color! No more 1970′s videos to learn from! 24 “Hollywood Style” DVD Videos! 1. Tools of the Trade – shows and describes all the proper and necessary tool’s you will need to perform diligently in a safe and effective tattoo environment. 2. Setting Up Your Workstation – set-up a functioning … |
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Learn How to Tattoo Instructional Video Guides – Topic 22 $24.95 “Learn How to Tattoo Apprenticeship Training 2009 DVD Videos” These videos were filmed in 2009 and in full color! No more 1970′s videos to learn from! Collect all Seven DVD’s! Topic 22 on this DVD 22. Tattooing a Lady/Tattoo Etiquette – shows you the process of tattooing a women. The Do’s and Do not’s of the process and some basic tattoo skills used that will keep you making money in the tattoo … |
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Learn How to Tattoo Instructional Video Guides – Topics 16 through 18 $49.95 “Learn How to Tattoo Apprenticeship Training 2009 DVD Videos” These videos were filmed in 2009 and in full color! No more 1970′s videos to learn from! Collect all Seven DVD’s! Topics 16-18 on this DVD 16. Color Background Shading – how to bring a tattoo to life with vibrant color background shading. 17. Full Color Skull Tattoo – how to create a full color skull tattoo from applying the stencil t… |
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Basic Fundamentals Of Modern Tattoo $21.99 This book won t teach you how to tattoo like a professional. This book wont teach you how to make a million dollars by opening your own tattoo studio in a week. You should really be weary of any book that does promise that. This book WILL get you started with the basic foundation for your apprenticeship. Written for the apprentice by someone who competed a formal tattoo apprenticeship, documenting… |
