Tattooing & Piercing: Video Series

Opening a tattoo business can be a challenge, as it requires adequate funding for start-up costs, meeting all state and health department rules and regulations, a lot of time to dedicate to the new business and a disposable income when business is slow. Open up a new tattoo parlor in town with information from an experienced tattoo artist in this free video on body modification.

Tongue piercing begins by clamping the tongue in the right location, driving a hollow needle through the muscle and dropping in jewelry of the same size as the needle. Learn about the tongue piercing process with information from an experienced tattoo artist in this free video on body modification.

Becoming a piercing artist is best done by getting an apprenticeship under a licensed piercer, who will teach the ins and outs of body modification over the course of six months to a year. Check in with the local health department before attempting a piercing career with information from an experienced tattoo artist in this free video on body modification.

Becoming a state-certified tattoo artist differs from state to state, but generally an apprenticeship under a licensed tattoo artist and supervision by a physician is enough to pass local health code. Begin a career as a state-certified tattoo artist with information from an experienced tattoo artist in this free video on body modification.

Celtic wedding ring tattoo designs originate from family history, so researching a specific Celtic design is beneficial when permanently adorning the skin. Consult with an artist, who can draw up various Celtic bands, with information from an experienced tattoo artist in this free video on body modification.

When loading a tattoo needle into a tattoo machine, always keep the needle facing away, make sure the solder is facing up, and never bend or alter the needle in any way. Set up a tattoo machine properly with information from an experienced tattoo artist in this free video on body modification.

Sharpening tattoo needles is no longer necessary after the development of single-use needles, which are safer, sharper and more hygienic. Use single-use tattoo needles to prevent the spread of blood-born diseases with information from an experienced tattoo artist in this free video on body modification.

Permanent tattoos are not painless, but various parts of the body are less painful than others, such as the arms, lower legs and other meaty areas of the body. Find a less painful part of the body to get a tattoo with information from an experienced tattoo artist in this free video on body modification.

Tattoo stencils are made from thermal carbon paper, and they are applied to the skin to make sure the tattoo is in the right placement and to be used as a guide for the tattoo artist. Create a tattoo stencil with information from an experienced tattoo artist in this free video on body modification.