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There is more to being a tattoo artist than mixing ink and drawing. Learn all about tattoos and tattooing from expert tattoo artists in this free video series on tattooing.
There are 19 videos in this series:
The art of tattooing has been around for thousands of years. Learn the art of getting ink from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Drawing tattoos is done on paper first before being put on skin. Discover how to draw tattoos with tips from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Tattoo practice surfaces can help artists who are just starting to tattoo. Practice giving tattoos with tips from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Tattooing tools include armrests, full spectrum lamps and razors. Be prepared with the right tattooing tools with tips from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Tattoo artists should never work on a person with reused needles or gloves. Safely tattoo people with tips from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Taking care of a tattoo includes washing it with regular unscented soap . Keep new tattoos clean with tips from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Becoming a tattoo apprentice is the best way to become a tattoo artist. Learn more about becoming a tattoo apprentice from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Starting a career in tattooing involves a long process of building a client base. Start a career in tattooing with tips from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Tattoo lingo can vary from tattoo artist to tattoo artist. Pick up the tattoo lingo from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Qualifications for getting a tattoo include not being pregnant or intoxicated. Avoid getting turned away for a tattoo from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Tattoo risks include getting blood born illness like hepatitis. Be safe when getting a tattoo with tips from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Heavy metal mineral based types of tattoo ink can be dangerous. Discover more information on tattoo inks from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
A good tattoo tips is to shop around and look at several artist's portfolios. Get more tattooing tips from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Ancient tattoo techniques include using bone, wood and teeth for putting ink on skin. Learn more about ancient tattoo methods from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Tattoos may not cause blood poisoning if the ink is mixed correctly with the right ingredients. Use the right ink with tips from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Side effects of tattoo ink poisoning include getting scar tissue and the tattoo's appearance changing. Take care of tattoos and avoid ink poisoning with tips from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Tattoo removal home remedies are a bad idea. Tattoos should only be removed by a professional. Find out more about why removing a tattoo from home is unsafe from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
The most painful place to get a tattoo depends on each individual getting work done. See more on painful areas for getting a tattoo from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Chlorine may fade a tattoo when it's new, but should be fine after it's healed. Avoid damaging a tattoo with tips from an expert tattoo artist in this free video on tattooing.
Tattoos used to be looked upon as strange. People with body art were stereotyped as mean and unsavory. In today's society, tattoos are very common. Tattoo shops are all over the place. That doesn't mean it's easy to become a tattoo artist. Professional artist have a long road of apprenticeships and client building ahead of them. Becoming a tattoo artist takes patience. In this free video series on tattoos, two tattoo experts explain the entire process of becoming a tattoo artist, getting a tattoo and taking care of a tattoo. First they talk about what tattoo artists do to prepare work like drawing tattoos, how to work a tattoo machine, sterilizing needles, practicing on different surfaces and tools involved in the tattoo process. Next, they talk about tattoo care, becoming an apprentice, lingo, qualification, safety and risks and the types of ink used. Finally, learn about the recipe for tattoo ink, ancient tattoo techniques, removal remedies and how to avoid fading a tattoo.
Oak Adams and Daniel Walker Oak Adams has been a tattoo artist for 13 years he is currently owns "Painted Temple" in Provo, Utah. Daniel Walker as well has been a tattoo artist for 10 years and works with Oak at "Painted Temple" in Provo, Utah. They are both expert tattoo artists.dkdk
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