Tattooing as a Career

Tattooing

The etymological origin of the word ‘tattoo’ is believed to have two major derivations; the first is from the Polynesian word ta which means striking something and the second is the Tahitian word tatau which means ‘to mark something’. The use of tattoos is recorded to have begun thousands of years ago and its history is as varied, colorful and diverse as the people who carry them. From a simple scientific standpoint – tattoos are created by the insertion of colored materials beneath the skins’ surface or epidermis. The first tattoos were most likely created unintentionally. Someone with a small wound or gash happened to rub it with a dirty hand that was covered with soot or ash. Once the wound had healed, they realized that the skin had healed over the ash and that the mark became a permanent addition.

Tattoos are generally used as a form of decoration and self-expression. Some modern tattoos can be quite simple, while others may be very elaborate. Different images can range from simple flowers and cartoon characters, to more ornate portraits and scenes. While not every tattoo has a deep meaning to its wearer, most tattoos still signify something. Individuals will usually choose a tattoo that means something to them, such as an important turning point in their lives.

Surprisingly Cool Facts about Tattoos

v  The richest tattoo artist in the world charges $1,000 an hour and only works on the weekends. Hmm, must be a nice life Scott Campbell.

v  On an annual basis, Americans spend a whopping $1.65 billion on tattoos.

v  In 2012, there were more women that got tattoos than men for the first time. Way to go ladies!

v  How long did the longest tattoo session ever last? A grand total of 50 hours and 10 minutes.

v  When you get a tattoo, your skin gets pierced anywhere from 50 to 3,000 times. So, if you tell people you’ve never had a piercing – stop it.

v  The world’s most tattooed man is 100% covered in tattoos. The runner up is 99.9% covered.

v  Angels and hearts are the most common tattoos that people get, and oh boy, don’t we know it.

v  Tribal tattoos reign supreme in terms of the most requests. That’s actually not that surprising.

v  Theodore Roosevelt actually had a family crest tattooed on his chest. Sounds like a cool president.

v  There’s an ancient ice man that was found in the Alps named Otzi and he’s the oldest mummy ever to be discovered and have tattoos. Scientists believe that the tattoos were used as a form of acupuncture or pain treatment.

v  Tattoo is actually one of the most misspelled words in the English language. T-A-T-T-O-O.

v  Some of the earliest forms of tattoo removal included garlic, wine, lime, or if you were lucky – pigeon feces. No thanks.

Tattoo Artist

A tattoo artist is a professional that applies tattoos. These individuals will typically create tattoos based on what each individual client wants. Some tattoo artists might also perform other forms of body modification, such as piercings or brandings. Tattoo artists will usually have hundreds or sometimes thousands of existing images for clients to choose from, most will also create custom tattoos for clients that request them.

Skills required

v  A flair for art and design

v  Excellent attention to detail

v  The patience and concentration to deal with long tattoo sessions

v  Good hand-eye coordination and a steady hand

v  High standards of cleanliness and constant awareness of the need for hygiene

v  Good communication and customer service skills

How to Become a Tattoo Artist

Step 1: Build Your Portfolio

Step 2: Tattoo Apprenticeship

Step 3: Enroll in Some Tattoo Artist Courses

Step 4: Get Your License

Step 5: Keep Learning

Some Tattoo Training Institutions

v  Kdz Tattoos, Delhi

v  RIP Tattoos, Delhi

v  MJ's Tattoos, Delhi

v  Devil'z Tattooz, Delhi

v  RIP Tattoos, Goa

v  NK Tattoos, Gujarat

v  Inksanity, Maharashtra

v  Needle Art, Maharashtra

v  Atikk, Maharashtra