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BAW:
What made you want to become a Tattoo Artist?
Artist:
I never really thought about being one, this life has found me. I
started as a piecer and just by watch and drawing a found a passion for
the art, so it was a natural evolution for me to become a tattoo artist.
I am just pretty lucky I guess. (in the right place at the right time)
BAW:
Who are your influences?
Artist:
Bill ward, Mark Ryden, Jime Litwalk, Gunnar, Clean Rock, comics. to many
to really tell
BAW:
What is your favorite style of work?
Artist:
New school, I love really tweaked out images with big bright colors ......
BAW:
Tell us about your first Tattoo experience?
Artist:
It was on a friend, it was not so good..
BAW:
What is your favorite piece you own?
Artist:
My zombie on the inside of my arm, that was one of the coolest tattoos I
have ever gotten, Done by Litwalk..... What a humble guy...very cool
BAW:
What is your most memorable Tattoo given and why?
Artist:
A set of zombish skulls that I did on a tattoo artist hands.
For me doing somebody's hands is an honor!, but for a tattoo artist to
have seen my work and liked it enough to find me to do his hands was
a REAL big deal for me...it made me realize a few things, and definitely
helped with my confidence...
BAW:
Is there a part of the body you won't Tattoo and why?
Artist:
That depends, I was taught that as a tattoo artist I (we) have a
responsibility to my clients to look out for their best interest, so if
they are not set in life, or not in this business. I 'm not gonna tattoo
their hands or face!
BAW:
Do you support supply co. that sells to the public?
Artist:
No, I think that most people think that what we do is easy looking, so
they buy cheap equipment and start to tattoo out of their house, which
can lead to the spread of diseases( because they probably don’t
own an autoclave or know anything about cross contamination) which
in the long run will give this business a bad name.....
BAW:
Do you feel there now should be mandatory schooling for soon to be
tattoo artists?
Artist:
Yes and no, I think there should be course given by the health
department on the aspect of cleanliness, but I think that an old
fashion apprenticeship! A school cant say when anyone's ready to be
a tattoo artist,
BAW:
Do you feel Tattooing has changed over the years, and if so why?
Artist:
Of course it has, because the technology is better, and artists are just
pushing one another to get better. If your not growing or moving forward
in this business you start to regress......
BAW:
Do you think it is important to do as many conventions and shows as
possible?
Artist:
I was told by one of my very serious influences that conventions are
very good... you can learn a lot... and I still have a lot to learn and
there are some many different influences and styles there, it cant be
bad for you to emerged in that atmosphere....I want to know as much as I
can....
BAW:
What advise can you give to someone who is starting or
looking
to get into the tattoo business?
Artist:
DRAW, DRAW, DRAW, and then DRAW some more, and try not to take criticism
to personally. Its generally not an attack.. use it and learn from
it.......
BAW:
What could you say to someone who has had a bad first experience?
Artist:
Well, I would say for them to do their research! look at portfolios, ask
questions. if you don’t feel comfortable with an artist DON’T GO TO
THEM!!!! With all the recourse availed today there is no reason that
should happen..
BAW:
Since you have started what changes have you seen in the industry?
Artist:
I think for me it’s the caliber of artists out there. the application
has become incredible. if you look at what tattoos looked like 10 yrs
ago and compare it to today's work... wow
BAW:
How do you feel about apprenticeships?
Artist:
I think that they are important. a school can not have ready to tattoo
in 2 months!
BAW:
Where do you think the Tattoo Industry is going today? Do you
think it is getting better or worse?
Artist:
I thinks its head for great things! its definitely getting better, and
its becoming very socially acceptable which is great to see........
BAW:
Please share any other comments or views or questions to the public you
might have.
Artist:
Be careful who you go to. Just cause they have a machine or a couple of tattoos) doesn't
mean they know how to tattoo....Life is short have fun. get lots of
ink,.....ROYBOY rules...... Thanx Gillan
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