EPISODE · Dec 29, 2025 · 1H 9M
If I Had to Start Tattooing From Scratch in 2026
from Honest Tattooer Podcast · host No Idols NYC
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we break down exactly what we’d do differently if we were starting tattooing today. From learning how to draw, choosing (or avoiding) tattoo schools, and finding the right kind of apprenticeship, to pricing your work, specializing too early, buying equipment, and navigating social media, branding, and AI.We talk honestly about cutting corners, making mistakes, getting criticized early on, and why fundamentals still matter, no matter how much the industry has changed. This episode is for new tattooers, apprentices, and anyone feeling stuck or questioning their path.Support the show
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we break down exactly what we’d do differently if we were starting tattooing today. From learning how to draw, choosing (or avoiding) tattoo schools, and finding the right kind of apprenticeship, to pricing your work, specializing too early, buying equipment, and navigating social media, branding, and AI. We talk honestly about cutting corners, making mistakes, getting criticized early on, and why fundamentals still matter, no matter how much the industry has...
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