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Tattoo Apprenticeship Blog

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!
January 27, 2022

How Floridians Can Change Careers and Become Tattoo Artists

Career changes can be overwhelming, challenging, exciting, scary, fun and frustrating. Whether or not to change careers is a major life decision to take, so it’s important to be sure you’re making the right decision for you. Should you change careers and become a Tattoo Artist? In order to answer that big question, ask yourself several other questions to help decide if you’re ready to leave your current career: Is my career making me happy? Am I fulfilled in my career? Is my career affecting my family life or stopping me from doing things I enjoy outside of work? Am […]
January 20, 2022

How to Become a Tattoo Artist?

How to Become a Tattoo Artist? In order to become a good tattoo artist, you will need to practice a lot of skills. From your approach to shading, pulling lines, and marketing yourself, you’ll need to track your progress and always continue working to improve your skills.  Innovation is always happening. From tools to techniques, you’ll need to stay current. Hundreds of years ago, every tattoo was made by poking ash or plant extracts into the skin. Today tattoo artists use various machines and techniques, including the ancient stick and poke process. Yet, before you can expand your skills, […]
December 17, 2021

Are Tattoos Painful? What Type of Tattoo Hurts the Most?

Where is the Most Painful Place to Get a Tattoo? A tattoo is a form of body modification made by inserting ink or dye into the dermal layer of skin. It’s like repeatedly poking a completely conscious person with a very sharp needle. Tools used to make tattoos break the continuity of tissue. A new tattoo is an open wound within it. It has to be a little painful. This whole experience and our perception depend on several factors, such as different levels of pain tolerance, the general health and mood of a client, and the location of the tattoo […]
November 22, 2021

Can You Get a Tattoo while Pregnant?

Can I get a tattoo while pregnant? Body Art and Baby: Understanding Tattoo Safety During Pregnancy Getting a tattoo under normal circumstances comes with many considerations. This becomes especially true when a pregnancy is involved. The idea of possibly getting a tattoo to commemorate such an important point in your life might seem exciting. But there are a lot of factors and potential risks to take into account if you’re pregnant. Safety should ALWAYS be your number one priority. If you are asking yourself “Can you get a tattoo while pregnant?”. The information below can hopefully make you aware and […]
November 12, 2021

3 Tips for Designing Tattoos You’ll Love

Can I Draw My Own Tattoo Design? So, you’ve made up your mind about getting your next (or first!) tattoo. But that’s merely the first step into this journey. The next thing to figure out is what type of tattoo you want and whether or not you can have some input into the final result to Designing tattoos you’ll love. After all, sometimes it can be hard to let the artists know what you have in mind and how you want it done. This leads to a fair question that tattoo enthusiasts often have: can I draw my own tattoo? […]
October 22, 2021

4 Tips for Choosing the Right Tattoo Machine for You!

 The Right Tattoo Machine Makes a Difference Good artists understand the importance of using the right tools for the job. A painter who loves creating watercolor landscapes will use a different brush from a portraitist who paints in oils. A ceramicist will have a potter’s wheel, while a mixed-media sculptor might need a welding torch. It’s the same for tattooing. Different machines tattoo differently. Whether you’re picking your first tattoo machine or adding it to your collection, having a good one will make it easier to create amazing tattoos on your client’s skin. If you’re in the market for your […]
September 30, 2021

11 Tattoo Styles Explained [A BEGINNER’S GUIDE]

 Tattoos are examples of beautiful artwork and often have significant meaning to the wearer. In addition to showcasing gorgeous tattoo styles or intriguing patterns, tattoos can commemorate someone important or inspire the wearer about the future. No matter what message a tattoo a tattoo is intended, the style used in the design can help tell that artistic story. This artistic storytelling medium has existed for millennia and across numerous civilizations, so it’s not surprising that various tattoo styles have developed and gained popularity. This blog’ll discuss seven popular tattoo styles, where they came from, and how they can effectively […]
August 31, 2021

6 Hidden Dangers of a Tattoo Kit

There’s nothing more exciting than getting a new tattoo! It’s a permanent reminder on your body of that exact moment. You become a living piece of artwork and get to show off fantastic artwork from your favorite tattoo artists right in your skin. And because you love tattoos so much, now you’re thinking about how great it would be to become a tattoo artist and are looking for a way to practice tattooing. It’s easy to do a website search and find out that there are some significant obstacles in the form of learning to tattoo. First, tattoo supply websites […]
July 30, 2021

Tattoo Laws Across the United States

There is a more updated version of this file, to view the most recent changes, please click here How is tattooing regulated in Alabama? Alabama Tattoo Laws, Legislation, and Regulations Did you know that Alabama has many tattoo artists who have won awards? In fact, among the most well-liked cities in this state for getting a tattoo are Mobile and Birmingham. The first thing to consider is following the tattoo rules and regulations. So if you want to become licensed or take a risk and embark on an entrepreneurial path in Alabama follow this: Alabama laws regulate the trade of […]