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There is definitely an Iphone app that will allow you to 3d scan the body and pull the model into procreate. I had a tattoo artist use this but no idea what the program was called unfortunately.

Damn the nuggets of knowledge on this video were so good. Love your guy’s podcast.

Loved this podcast! What I especially loved best was all of them at the end agreeing that no matter how big your business gets, never be too “good” to do that small tattoo that might mean the world to that client. The whole conversation was so interesting. Thank you all for what you do!

I love this podcast and hearing the experiences that everyone of these guys have had. It’s informative to me as an artist. Great episode Jon,Matt, and G! You guys are awesome!

super interesting pod. i really enjoyed the conversation on this episode

Hell yeah!

This one is sick

The Stillwater Correctional Facility in Minnesota has a tattoo apprentice/school program. I've always said that a program like this should be in place at most prisons, keeps men out of prison when they come home, gives them a career and a foundation, I know some good tattooers that came out of the big bitch. The last 3 tattooers that tattooed me came out of prison.....and yes before you roll your eyes about the quality of work just know that I have a ton of work by Chris Garver and Seth Wood, so they might not be at their level now or never (maybe) but they have some serious skills. I'm in Shake City

36:00 Art of Reese, yep. She’s always preaching about how much money she makes and then she can travel, etc spend time with her dog, have crazy business growth, attracting “soul clients”, I remember being shocked seeing her apprenticeship program for $7000. And yeah all the crazy expensive courses for tattoo business coaching, the retreats now - I hope no one’s falling for it. Stop giving scammers your moneyyyy

Love when artists who do tattoos forget that art is subjective. Just like cars. Just like fashion. Just like jewelry. Just like hair. Just like food. Just like anything in life, people have different tastes. I’ve been a huge part of the scene up and coming and it has way more passion and culture surrounding it than most art these days. All forms of art have something to offer. In a world where everything is ultra-fabricated and too perfect, adding something countercultural to the mix is always necessary for life to have soul. Please evolve your way of thinking. You don’t have to want it or like it, but expressing it in this way is exactly what the world needs less of. I have work from OUTSTANDING famous artists and it’s shit that has healed phenomenally over the years. Yet, it’s not my thing. Sigilism has replaced the tone that grunge LA script was doing by mixing multiple layers and elements of Baroque and Brutalist artistry from Europe architecture and makes it into a sub neo-tribal artwork. Art is about form and feeling. Not about perfectionism.

"I hope that person doesn't like to go outside" LOL

Love Jon, but, is there any episode where he doesn’t use the phrase, At the end of the day ? 😂. It’s coo. I’m still watching. 🤣💖🤷‍♀️

Sweet podcast! One of the best definitively, wish theres more in the near future, thanks guys!11

with a clean shave and only a mustache, john looking like an owner of a white van with no windows lmao

If you all do a “Rage-out Retreat” for tattooers where we get to let out everything that annoyed you about the industry… take my money! I’ll pay to listen to Gabe go off 😂

Jon looks 10 years older with that stash😅

I’ve been waiting for the day where Gabe’s recommendation is “pencil and paper”

Gabe at 31:05 🤦🏽‍♀️. “There’s no way you’re going to get that much growth in 3 months”. Matt: I don’t know about that Gabe: If your mentor isn’t showing up. Matt: Yes but if they were you would Gabe: But that’s not what I was commenting on. THAT’S LITERALLY, EXACTLY WHAT YOU WERE COMMENTING ON 🤣

Gabe was hiiiiiigh😂😂😂 hope it doesn't start any drama, cause your podcast is above that. But hey if the name is easy to find.... then better warn people... take care guys!

I didn't even tell it was a coffin until they said it was a shiny lid lol

Another great episode everyone!

Re: The all female shops. They serve a purpose. They cater to clients that are seeking these places out. There is a not insignificant number of people out there who will pay for this experience. They are popping up all over the place and they are making money. Some women treat it as a spa day, no husbands/boyfriends, no kids, no doods hitting on them. Just a day to themselves around women, relaxing, spending money. Some women who have been through SA events want a male free space to get tattoos. They have money to spend. Rainbow mafia folx spend tons of money on body mods. Trans people spend buckets of money on mods. Why not provide them a safe space to spend their money? Safe space / women only shops is just good marketing.

"bro you should go find a real apprenticeship", like paid apprenticeship scams arent super common in the industry, lol. I think blaming the victim is super interesting when in the community its common for "deposits", sure you might think 50% upfront is a lot but the rhetoric in tattooing is about "investing in your craft" so I can see how someone with a large rep and is looked up to in the community would be seen as "trustworthy" its not like they were a tweaker at the biker shop down the road. I guess I shouldnt be surprised coming from doomer Gabe tho, he always has the most criticism to dish out without much construction.

Tattooers that think winning trophies at conventions matter are fucking losers that shits fake

Nice conversation, but not much MECH talk. Shout out to the trailblazers Giger , Greg Kulz,AaronCain,Marcus Pacheco, Eddie Deutch , Guy Aitchison...

I’m balancing a full time job and an apprenticeship it’s doable just takes alot of work! Be worth it in the end 🙂

was at work and kept forgetting jon's camera was f*cked and kept looking back to just him stoked 😂 🫶 great episode guys

Everyone has their own way of approaching things. It doesn’t mean that the passion isn’t there. The form of art comes in many different forms. I’m sure older artists no matter the type of artist didn’t surround themselves tons of people before they released something amazing to the world. I believe most artists create the best art when they’re in their own thought process, it just so happens that it’s usually when they’re alone.Jon,Matt, and Gabe I absolutely love your podcast guys very interesting topics

I can do realism portraits nearly perfect. But when i pick up my tattoo machine to practise it looks like a toddler used it. Also, on Apprenticeships, ive been to every shop in my town. Its HEAVILY gate kept. New people go free range because we're all told by these people not expect anything for 5 years and grind. I taught myself programming and can run multi million dollar machines. Challenge accepted then. I'll do it myself.

I was waiting and waiting for the tattoo content and it never came. Also, in Christianity all sins are equal in the eye of God. You cant just pick and choose which sins. Marking the body is a sin according to the Bible. Soo yeah.

John be like 😃

Force of Focus is the shizzz. Great tattoo mentoring program. Everyone should check it out. Takes your career to the next level.

What the fuck I'm I watching? Did Jesus tattoo?

Mentor me

Lololol Jon’s camera

After 20 years doing it, people still ask me if i make a living out of it.... i guess some stuff don't change! 😂 take care guys

Glad to know there are other 30-somethings out there who wanna break into tattooing. Seems like a bigger challenge with a house/family to take care of but we can do it.

Why is John frozen the whole video?

I absolutely love that yall are talking about God and Jesus that is really cool

This makes it feel like a tom goes to mayor feel with the camera froze 😂

This is great

Let's hate together 🤣🤣🤣

Another great episode!

love the positivity and honestly. You guys are great.

Hey I’m the guy in the original rant video! Thanks for using my content love you guys!!!

Bro this episode was dope! Do more

Love your guys' podcast 🤘🏼 I've only been tattooing for just under 5 years, but have so much love and respect for tattooing. Listening to your guys opinions and insight into the industry and art is always great! Mad respect and thank you for what you guys do 🤘🏼

hmm clueless take. that bottom piece is healed 5 years already according to the artist himself. There's enough black and gray to hold this tattoo up for over a decade. Same take I see from a lot of inexperienced traditional artist.

Hell yeah

Missed you on monday😂😂 take care!!