Career questions tagged tattoo-artist
How can I combine a BFA in Studio Art and Art Education minor to build a multi-passionate career as a tattoo artist and cosmetologist?
Hi everyone! I’m currently transitioning into a BFA in Studio Art with a minor in Art Education as a transfer student, but my ultimate career Vision isn't a traditional path. My dream is to merge fine art, beauty, and body art by building a dynamic career as both a licensed cosmetologist and a professional tattoo artist. I’m passionate about human canvases, self-expression, and client-centered art. I want to make sure my university degree directly feeds into my technical craft, client work, and long-term creative business goals. I’d love to hear from creative entrepreneurs, studio owners, and multi-hyphenate artists on a few key areas: Leveraging Fine Art & Education: How can skills in color theory, illustration, and art pedagogy give me a unique edge in client consultations, custom tattoo design, and hair/beauty styling? Building a Dual Brand: What are the best strategies for managing a personal brand that bridges two distinct industries—tattooing and cosmetology—without confusing potential clients? Apprenticeships & Business Strategy: How can I best document my university artwork to pitch myself for top-tier tattoo apprenticeships while balancing my existing creative work? Thank you so much for your guidance and support!
Is going into the tattooing industry worth it?
I'm a junior in high school wondering what I should do. I plan to go into my family's HVAC business, and my estimated annual income (disregarding taxes and other bills) would be about $110K. But something I've wanted to do for a while is become a tattoo artist. So what I'm asking: is becoming a tattoo artist worth it?
How are you able to follow your dreams when money is such a restraint during the process? #Spring25
I am a senior in high school with the dream of having my own tattoo business, I want to go to Tarleton State University but am struggling to do so. #Spring25
What do you have to do to become a tattoo artist?
Being a sophomore in high school, I practice drawing every day to get better. I know that to be a tattoo artist, you need your license in tattooing and an apprenticeship, but the questions I have are: What type of art should be in my portfolio when looking for an apprenticeship? like what do I have to do become a tattoo artist?
When I go to college, can I still go for a career in tattooing?
As a sophomore in high school, I've found interest in the tattoo industry. I want to do it when I'm older, but as a side job while I go to college to double major in art and music education/composing. But my question is, would it be hard to do both college and tattooing?
What college classes would you recommend to be a tattoo artist?
I plan on taking some art classes and business classes, but would anyone suggest anything else? While I’m in college I plan to do my apprenticeship so hopefully I’ll graduate my apprenticeship and get my bachelor degree. #Spring25
I am a beginner that wants to know how to find a professional tattoo artist out there that would like to mentor me?
I am looking for some one to mentor me in being a tattoo artist I am a beginner I can draw somewhat but the fact is that i would appreciate it greatly if someone would help me along my journey to success
How to become a tattoo artist?
After graduating high school, whats the best way to go about becoming a tattoo artist?
What do I need to prepare for becoming a tattoo artist at 16?
What are some good ways to practice and perfect my skills other then tattooing fake skin and my skin?
Is there a certain type of medium of art that would be useful in tattoo art?
I typically draw in pencil or digitally, but I am wondering if I should practice with another medium as well.
How do you get into the tattoo industry/ get an apprenticeship?
I am very interested in tattooing, but I'm not quite sure where to start.
