Tattoo Apprenticeship Blog & State Tattoo Licensing Guides

Throughout Ink Different Tattoo School' Tattoo Apprenticeship Blog, you'll learn everything you need to know about becoming a Professional Tattoo Artist. We’ve launched countless careers with our tattoo apprenticeships, and we have some great stories to share. Whether you’re a new tattoo artist, currently an apprentice, or someone considering an apprenticeship, there’s always more to learn! Check out our tattoo apprenticeship blog and get inspired by the success stories, our helpful guides, and informative interviews. The Ink Different Tattoo School Apprenticeship Blog also offers the latest news in the tattoo industry so you can stay up to date on all cutting-edge tattoo technology and trends. Jump-start your career and stay informed by checking our apprenticeship blog regularly!
March 6, 2025

How to Get a Tattoo Apprenticeship: 5 Essential Skills as a Tattoo Apprentice

Want a Tattoo Apprenticeship? Here’s Where to Start You’ve made the decision—you want to become a tattoo artist. You have the passion, the creativity, and the drive. But when you start looking for ways to break into the industry, you quickly realize that getting a tattoo apprenticeship isn’t as straightforward as you thought. Some tattoo shops don’t take tattoo apprentices. Others require years of unpaid work before you even touch a tattoo machine. And if you don’t have the right skills yet, most experienced tattoo artists won’t even consider training you. So, how do you get a real tattoo apprenticeship […]