Professionals from all walks of life are finding reasons to change careers and join Ink Different Tattoo School’s Tattoo School and Tattoo Apprenticeship Program. From Doctors to Police Officers to Hair Stylists to Software Engineers, we are seeing them all make the career change they know is going to make them happier than they’ve ever been before.
Tattooing is one of the most popular forms of body art in the world. Tattoo artists are in high demand and an increasing number of people are making this career change every day. But, what are the benefits of being a tattoo artist? How long does it take to become a tattoo artist, and why are so many people interested in a career switch today? You’ll figure it all out in this article.
First of all, making art connects you with people. Tattoo artists don’t just ink tattoos on people, they create art and relationships that will last a lifetime. At Ink Different Tattoo School’s Tattoo School, we are seeing professionals from all fields make the change towards the connection with their work that they have been seeking their entire lives.
Think about it. If you are a graphic designer, sure your art is seen by people on pajamas or websites, but do you really connect with them?
If you are a software engineer, sure you might make a site or application interface pretty, yet does anyone know it’s you?
If you’re an aircraft engineer (which we also have), yes you help people get home safe, but does anyone thank you when they get there?
Hair stylists definitely connect with their clients, yet how many bangs do you really want to cut?
Doctors definitely connect with their patients, yet who wants to work all those hours and have all that liability?
Here are the 5 most common reasons why tattoo artists pick their craft.
As a tattoo artist, the increased demand for and acceptance of tattooing makes it easier than ever to find work. As the demand for tattoo artists continues to increase, the waiting times are also longer. This trend is not only showing itself in the United States. People worldwide have a greater desire for tattoos, to the tune of $1.3 Billion in revenue. For this very reason, it is easier to find or create work worldwide. As a tattoo artist, you can work when you want, and if you do it right, where you want.
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Some people want to be tattoo artists because they can set their own hours and work at their own pace. It is a profession that has been around for a long time, and it is not going anywhere anytime soon.
Tattoo artists generally show up for work only when they have an appointment, and can generally schedule their clients anywhere from 12 to 16 hours per day.
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With the flexibility of earning money based on setting appointments with clients, you do not even need to necessarily work five days a week. Yes, in the beginning as you build your clientele, you will work more, yet as time goes on, you can charge more and work less. Thus, the work of a tattoo artist is much more flexible than other professions.
As a tattoo artist, you work in places and with people who share the same passion as you. Whether it’s colleagues or clients, the people you surround yourself with as a tattoo artist on a daily basis, share the love for tattoo art. How amazing is that!
The best way to get started as a tattoo artist is to attend a Tattoo School or secure a tattoo apprenticeship with someone you believe will be a good fit for you. You can start your tattoo apprenticeship at any time, without a GED or high school diploma.
These days, many people with art degrees or other professional degrees are switching to careers as tattoo artists, partly because it is within reach no matter what else you might be doing. With the right apprenticeship, you can train in the evenings and on the weekends. DO NOT however fake yourself into believing you can learn from videos on Youtube. Honestly, that will never work out. Tattooing is something you need to learn in person. Yes, you can learn to draw online, yet piercing someone’s skin with a pulsating needle can never be taught online. This approach will lead to a lot of harm to yourself, your clients, and probably a lot of relationships.
If you want to learn to tattoo safely, you came to the right place. Read more about our tattoo apprenticeships and get started with a tattoo apprenticeship near you today!
The average price of small tattoos ranges from $100 to $300 for a tattoo that takes an hour or so to implement. Medium-sized tattoos cost between $300 – $800 and large tattoos can run into the thousands.
At the beginning of your career, you’ll start in a studio at around a 50% commission, which is $75 – $100 an hour. Not bad! The more skilled you become, the more you can charge for your tattoos and the higher the commission that tattoo studio will pay you. Clients often tip well, which can raise your hourly rate up well into the $200/hr range even at the beginning of your career.
This is the kind of income that other people spends years trying to achieve and usually gets them deeply into debt. The average cost of a college degree these days is over $100,000… yikes! You can make even more money than the average college graduate with little to no debt.
When you first start out, you have to take apprenticeship costs into account which can amount to a few thousand dollars. Not bad to make $200 an hour.
You spend an average of $600 to $1000 per year on supplies. The most significant expense will be your machines and your ink. While some artists opt to make their own ink, most artists invest in ink sets. This gives them access to a wider variety of colors, which will lead to a wider variety of tattoos. The average cost for a professional tattoo machine is $400 to $900. When you are starting out in your tattoo apprenticeship or at a tattoo school, you will likely start out on the lower side and only invest more over time as you learn more about the art form.
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As you build your career, you will invest more, as a result of having more to invest. For example, if you execute 2 tattoos daily for an average of $500, and work four days a week, this will put around $10,000 a month in your pocket. Not bad for working less than 40 hours a week.
To accomplish this amount, it is important to build a deep understanding of the profession and how to market yourself. At the Ink Different Tattoo School’s Tattoo School, we’ll teach you everything you need to know to make this happen. Why? It’s self of us! We guarantee you a job offer after you complete your apprenticeship, so of course we want you to make great money.
You can’t just get started as a tattoo artist without specific knowledge, skills, and experience. Just as a surgeon, teacher, or nurse cannot just go to work after watching some Youtube videos. The same is true for tattoo artists. That’s why you first start as a tattoo apprentice, and ideally, at our tattoo school.
During your training, you will not only learn how to execute tattoos on clients, but you will also learn how to protect yourself and your clients from infectious diseases. Learning within an apprenticeship will also give you foundational years of experience that will benefit those thinking of a long-term career as a tattoo artist.
If drawing is second nature to you and you’re slightly obsessed with tattoos, chances are you’ll be a good fit as a tattoo artist. Additionally, are you entrepreneurial and like to work at your own pace?
Then a job as an independent tattoo artist is right for you. In the tattoo industry, there are many possibilities. Therefore, we advise everyone looking for an apprenticeship to compare tattoo schools here.
A career switch is always exciting, yet had some level of anxiety. Especially if you have built a career in your current industry. Still, it can pay off to change jobs at the peak of your career in multiple aspects of your life. For starters, you now have the means to invest in yourself and turn a passion into a daily activity that generates income.
Although many people initially start tattooing for the money, it also gives you a lot of emotional wealth to pursue a passion. It does not matter what stage of life you are in.
It is always the right time to explore your passion because, we believe, if you are doing something that really makes you happy, the rest will fall into place.
How Much Do Tattoo Artists Make In The United States?
Most certified tattoo artists in the United States earn between $50,000 and $260,000. These numbers differ from one state to another. On average, however, tattoo artists make $65,000 per year.
Yes, tattooing is not easy and it takes time. It is an old industry that is difficult to break into, but the right tattoo apprenticeship can make a ton of difference.
Yes, you can still become a tattoo artist if you can’t draw. Some people have more established artistic talent, but anyone can learn how to transfer art to the body, it just takes time. By practicing drawing and tracing techniques, you can create the art you need to become a tattoo artist. Every so often, the absence of natural talent for drawing is actually a positive thing, as you will work that much harder to become great.
*If you are a serious candidate for a life-changing tattoo apprenticeship, apply for our apprenticeship program today. We also offer additional information for parents of interested apprentices and information for veterans that are looking to get into a new career field. Call or Text 1-310-413-0709 to move to the front of the line and interview for an apprenticeship today.