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The art and practice of tattooing has been around
for centuries. As a tattoo artist myself, it has been
amazing to see how the art has evolved and how
new technologies and developments have impacted
the way tattooing is done and even how it is
viewed in general. It has gone from a traditional
and sacred practice to something taboo in popular
culture to now an art form that is more widely
accepted and available to almost everyone. How do
you think these modern changes have impacted the
art and practice of tattooing? Has it affected you
personally? How so?
To me, the act of tattooing somehow is still very
sacred, and I feel like I have the responsibility and
privilege to make sure that my clients get to experience
a more spiritual setting, even now that you can get
tattoos on the beach.
You are changing someone visually for the rest of
his or her life. I feel like this requires a peaceful setting
where everybody can relax completely and enjoy the
entire process without any disruption.
Some of the studios I see on the Internet today remind
me of nightclubs. Many people, flashlights, laughter,
loud music. It’s not an environment that I would feel
comfortable working in or getting tattooed in myself.
But this is only my personal view on this - as an insecure,
introverted person. Whatever floats your boat.
Technology has made so many parts of the entire
tattooing process easier - from drawing up the
designs digitally all the way to the more advanced
tattoo machines that are in the market today.
What are your thoughts on these developments?
Have they helped you in your own process, or are
you more inclined towards the more manual and
traditional approach?
“Simple does it. I don’t need much for a fulfilling life. The
single-line style is a perfect reflection of that and of the way
I live. Simplicity can also be so complex that it blows your mind.”
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