How To Start Tattooing For Beginners 2023 (Step By Step Guide)

How To Start Tattooing For Beginners 2023 (Step By Step Guide)
Ever wanted to start tattooing but you don't have an idea on where or how to begin? In this video, we go over step by step on how to start tattooing for beginners.
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[@evaderknives]

One thing I noticed(I practice on fake skins & my legs), most people practice on flat surfaces with fake skins. Took me a while to realize this wasn't paractical. I roll up & tape cardboard, make different shapes for different body parts & put the skins over it. Learning to stretch on different angles & having to switch up to get to hard to reach areas made a huge difference on my legs. I'm only 6 months in, so this is just an idea & what works for me... Hope all is well, take it easy.

[@evaderknives]

@Chrissy Mariah Hill Thanks

[@aprilwebbartist]

I had this same idea and I haven't even started tattooing yet.

[@evaderknives]

@@aprilwebbartist Nice!!

[@chandracox6814]

Great tip! Thanks, man.

[@Danifloart]

This is a great idea! Thanks for sharing

[@drakefulkerson2883]

Tattoo supplies: *= not necessary but helpful Also I highly recommend taking a bloodborne pathogen test but this is what I purchased personally from what I saw from like a good 5-6 KZbin videos of research - [ ] Tattoo machine - [ ] Needles - [ ] Stencil gel - [ ] Ink - [ ] Ink caps - [ ] Stencil paper - [ ] Isopropyl alcohol - [ ] Cavicide wipes (medicinal bbp certified wipes) - [ ] Gloves - [ ] Sharps bin - [ ] Popsicle sticks - [ ] Petroleum jelly - [ ] Green soap - [ ] Cord covers - [ ] Fake skin - [ ] Paper towels - [ ] Razors - [ ] Saran wrap - [ ] Gel pens - [ ] Tape - [ ] Numbing cream - [ ] Nozzle bottles - [ ] Dip/rinse cups - [ ] Athletic wrap - [ ] Dial soap - [ ] Surgical tray stand* - [ ] Tattoo supply bag* - [ ] Tattoo arm rest* - [ ] Tattoo table/chair* - [ ] Light/lamp* - [ ] Stencil printer* - [ ] Art tablet*

[@LivingBGLegend]

Thank you!

[@michaelmorley5271]

Big shout out for this mate thanks verymuch 👍

[@diabolikon]

thank you for this!!!

[@drss3]

Thanks brooo

[@mystic_killstreak]

I just started 2 months ago. Still only on fake skin. Really hard to find people on platforms who are calm and nice about starting with tattooing who actually explain it. Thank you.! ❤

[@kierss]

I got a tattoo gun a month or so ago, I barely practiced on fake skin because the ink just didn’t sit in it right, I went straight onto my legs after that and my tattoos seem alright, I have a lot of tattoos from professionals and I think they hold their weight, I only intend on doing traditional B&W on my legs, 11 tattoos in so far. Your videos have helped a lot, thank you all

[@coltonconner3120]

machine

[@basedbane787]

How do you know when you draw well enough to be an apprentice ?

[@kierss]

@@coltonconner3120 at the time of this comment I was using the dragon hawk mast lancer 4.2mm stroke, i since upgraded to the fk exo irons 2

[@musicbybreeze.2933]

Send some of your work

[@riyaradhadasi]

​@kierss kj6j66६t

[@tonyarriola4454]

I've tattooed nearly 15 years. I kinda gave up tattooing 3-4 yrs ago. I've done a few since then. But I noticed I wasn't up to the same quality of tattoos that I'd done in the past. The muscle memory you mentioned makes a lot of sense.

[@J_xlov420]

You deserve all the recognition you have coming your way, you get to the points and make everything easy to listen to, thinking about beginning tattooing was kinda overwhelming but your advice brought comfort and confidence

[@asdchovka8035]

Your channel is always clear and straight to the point, I really appreciate it

[@nikolozokropiridze1601]

Thank you so much , please don’t stop creating these amazing videos for beginners ❤️❤️❤️

[@Reading-inkyfun]

I just sent this video over to my sister who wants to learn to tattoo, she's already got an art degree and always wanted to be a tattoo artist.

[@jasonwebersr476]

Thank you for all of the things you have to help me learn and what to expect.

[@Queen-Mami]

I'm excited to get learning. So far I've just practiced on myself but I have a lot to learn.

[@ARParanormal]

I'm so glad there's someone out there actually making videos like this that's a professional tattooer. I've actually gone to a lot of people even some people that I at one point considered friends. People who have actually tattooed me. They didn't want to give really much advice and I felt like it was just because of competitiveness if there's so many tattoo artists out there there will be less work.

[@crazycatnbooklady]

Hello! Thanks for putting out these really great and informative videos. They're just the kind of thing that I've been looking for, for research purposes. I've just started working on a book, (a fantasy romance, which I greatly hope to finish and then publish.. fingers crossed) and I've decided to make the heroine of the story a tattoo artist. I, personally, have nine tattoos and I have an upcoming appointment to start working with an artist to design my tenth. (Which is what inspired me to make the heroine an artist herself. I've got tattooing on the brain.. LOL) There's just one problem, I know next to nothing about the actual process from start to finish, or the different products that are needed by the artist. (This video helped a lot with the latter, so thanks again. I know the basics of course, gloves, machines, paper towels, ink. And sterilization, shaving the area, stencil placement, outline, shade or color, then bandage. But I'm missing the smaller details, like how to prep the skin before the stencil, and before putting ink to skin and the final steps of the process when you're finished inking the design and before bandaging it. And while this particular video gives me a lot of helpful information, because of the use of fake skin it doesn't have all of the information that I'm looking for. Is there any chance for an upcoming step by step video of a tattoo being done on real skin from start to finish?

[@SugahoneiceT]

Yes... I love you... thank you. I'm going to binge everything now.

[@Jelly.69]

Thank you so much ❤ my dad is talking about getting me a tattoo gun and I really needed this video to help x

[@stephanieramirez9646]

This has been very helpful. I haven't tatooed for several years and life went on. Got busy with work and kids but now that my kids are getting older (especially my youngest) I'm looking into getting back at this career and start from scratch because I know I'm rusty and get my goals going again instead of sitting behind a desk or a counter job

[@panthergaming8492]

hope u succeed and become your own boss again 👏🏼 ik you’ll lay down some fire ink real soon

[@Bman2369]

This is really good advice. Thanks a lot.

[@0utta.Control]

Thank you so much for doing all this !!!!

[@zodiac6395]

This is awesome and super helpful, I'm 15 and have wanted to be a tattoo artist for years and im getting back into wanting to do it after much doubt. I'm gonna keep drawing American tradional until I can buy a machine and fake skin. I'm super pumped!

[@Tattooing101]

That's awesome man, go for it and do your best!

[@basedbane787]

Do it ! I wish I would've done it at your age when I wanted to

[@allahverdi3513]

Where does he live?

[@zodiac6395]

@@allahverdi3513 what

[@baby_avi]

Hope you still going for it ❤

[@InSaiyanEdits]

Thank you for making this video.

[@mathew6789]

Thank you for the information 😊

[@helpmeget1ksubs681]

If only I knew these steps when I was starting out. Now that I'm 2 years far from that now I really wanna tattoo on fake skins and learn more from you.

[@user-ih9mi2nd4q]

Very very helpful I took many notes off of the video 👍🏽

[@Michael-cb3dz]

Thank you again my brother all tips and tricks are very helpful iv been working alot on fake skin and i felt Confident enough to jump on my leg and I did a really good job but I see were I need to hope back on fake skins to learn to run longer lines

[@emmilytrap20]

Brooo is it painful? Just wanna know because i’am hoping to buy my machine soon

[@luislarin9222]

Thank you very much for this video! I’m so excited to start my new tattooing career ❤️‍🔥

[@Tattooing101]

You can do it!

[@geraldkruder1798]

Good vdeo and super easy to follow.

[@thomasarillotta6518]

12/25/23 Viewing and learning; loved it!

[@miissjcl92]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@sophithomson3215]

I’m currently a massage therapist wanting to get into tattooing and I love massage therapy but this is just so interesting and I’m so glad there’s videos like this! It’s so helpful!

[@riccoescobar10k63]

My back hurt

[@rd224]

Just out of curiosity, what made you want to switch jobs?

[@quiannagosau509]

Omg literally same! I’m still in school for massage but I got super interested in learning how to tattoo

[@waveselation9882]

Are you doing both? I’m going into massage therapy too and planning to also become a tattoo artist on the side

[@ClarindaCorpse]

I’m a massage therapist as well! How have you noticed working in session with clients after getting a new tattoo (especially on the arms?). I’m trying to finish my sleeve work & kinda nervous to see how much it affects my techniques.

[@NickNield-jf8py]

Thanks for the tip

[@jinnthao9759]

I appreciate this video

[@MaryJoAnne-ef1yb]

I really need to stop doing graffti and start tattoing. I put in so much work only to end up broke and respected and a addict lol but ya watching this video switching up the mindest. Thanks for the vid.

[@bReCreated]

Thank you 😊

[@mikebardesi3219]

Thank you for the valuable content.

[@Tattooing101]

My pleasure!

[@ebkbirdtv]

Great video helped alot

[@julesweng1858]

A lot of money goes into learning tattooing too, but it is soooo worth it

[@hersekdin]

Hahah Julez was geht ab 😂

[@julesweng1858]

@@hersekdin lol hiiii

[@hersekdin]

@@julesweng1858 zu lustig sich bei youtube kommentaren wieder zu treffen. Wie ich seh bist du noch dabei, ich hoffe es läuft gut bei dir. Hab jetzt auch den plan wieder aufgenommen😁

[@BiebMedina-ge9kd]

Thank you

[@angiehotchillifairlop5447]

From fb They talking about you You are great tattoo artist

[@safwanmiq511]

Thanks for the Arabic translation 😍😍 If you can do a full course and translate it into Arabic Most of the Arab countries are still old-fashioned, and the availability of tattoo machines will not provide expertise From jordan 🇯🇴

[@uservolgan]

Thanks for interesting video!

[@Tattooing101]

Our pleasure!

[@SEN10RSQUATCH11]

thanks man

[@krismcadon6970]

The video was really helpful thank you

[@Tattooing101]

No problem!

[@yulissapineda6611]

Could you make a video on tips for cover ups? At what point in your career do you suggest to start cover up tattoos etc.

[@Tattooing101]

Yes I can do that for sure!

[@justuspfit]

I subbed good content

[@mitchjenkins5351]

do you think that you could do a review of the Rattlesnake Rotary machine? looking to get into doing tattooing and i cant find any reviews on it, but im not a huge fan of the pen style rotary machines

[@carlyoung7460]

Ty bro

[@Daniel_Twiggerson]

Currently watching this with ink I’ll never use on a human all over my hands and know just about nothing about tattooing thank you for the tips!

[@kaseyburtness8147]

In your opinion do you have to be good at drawing things to be a good tattoo artist?

[@JaiminRehal]

what tattoo gun do you recommend buying to start off with?

[@user-ev7qh1cf5m]

You are gorgeous lol thanks for the advice

[@al3xinthe6ix80]

I’ve been wanting to get into this. Any tattoo artist recommend good tattoo gun?

[@Ray-dw2oe]

Do you have any suggestions in where to buy my first tattoo kit?

[@keepitlit9274]

the goat has spoken 🗣

[@Tattooing101]

😂

[@Theboydylan187]

What do I use when I’m tattooing and then I wipe of the ink that was left , do people use alcohol or green soap and water on a paper towel to wipe it? Cuz I just use a dry paper towel and it ends up smudging my whole canvas

[@yungcalabasas3005]

Thank you for the great video! Do you have an advice for a good beginner machine/pen?

[@Rizwankhan-wt5vi]

सर में आपकी हर एक वीडियो देखता हूं

[@dezmondbland5042]

First thing I noticed was that darth maul bust !🔥 Where did you get that from if I may ask ??

[@mr.l_22o74]

My dad and uncle work on a tattoo shop, alongside other family members who work in the ink business and now im watching this to help the family but what my dad told me and I want everyone to know. "Son many people come to our shop and start paying so we teach them how to tattoo and it's not cheap, and for the first 2 months we teach them to draw lines, and most of them pay and give up cause they can't draw straight lines. And they just end up waisint money and time. Don't give up Son. Perfect those lines."

[@69alcide69]

Do you have a DVD? Would like to see your videos in order. I would buy it.

[@Techjunkie51]

All good tips. Only thing I have found with stencils on fake skin is that it takes days for it to really dry where it doesn’t wipe off super easy.

[@journeymermod4797]

The stencil paper I bought it literally never comes off and take 2 days to come off skin. It could be my method for applying too though.

[@Tattooing101]

I find using Speed Stick really helps in reducing the time needed for it to sit dry.

[@Kitty_Katze]

Try to dry it a bit with a hairdryer and only apply a thin layer. I read using green soap instead can be used as stencil stuff as well, but I'm not sure about that. I myself didn't find Speed Sticks in my country, so every deodorant stick that contains propylene glycol should work, got one from AXE which works pretty fine

[@trav-c137]

@@journeymermod4797 which paper did you buy?

[@esmeraldaginez]

Which machine do you recommend to start

[@jessdefrain2653]

what machine would you recommend?

[@DonSlayz]

Does anyone know the name of the cartridge grip on the Inkjecta ?

[@Queen-Mami]

I started practicing on Oranges as well as myself and husband lol

[@MythicYetiiiiii]

I draw realism as u can see in my picture, ive never tattooed but only been drawing for about 3 months an wanna get into tattoo, i know it’s different for skin an paper but is it the same thing basically I only do B&W realism never color or anything else

[@SpilledMilk10]

I'm just starting Tattoo I'll be posting videos on my youtube

[@makaiplagmann977]

Why is no one talking about the need to refill the needle cartridge after every swipe/use. I’m still unclear on how many times or when I need to dab my needle in my ink cap.

[@charlesschwartz7284]

One thing many artists said to me work on your lines make sure you can do the art someone wants done don't lie and say you do when you don't be comfortable and find a style your comfortable in many inks are different same with the needle make sure you are relaxed don't rush take your time build a good portfolio on you art of what you can do make sure stencil is straight and flat work on your shading and color work on your foot pressure on your machine so your not destroying your client arm or wherever your tattooing. Remain humble and don't build a ego. Don't charge crazy on people who don't know or are getting there first tattoos. Be yourself and remain focus on what you want to accomplish in tattooing. If you are nervous your client will know it and it doesn't look good on you or your business. Make it a good environment for you and your clients and also make sure you have everything you need before tattooing and make sure you keep your needles are clean and santitize keep your station clean always and healthy. Lastly have fun doing your art and make sure this what you want to really do because Soo many want it but don't actually put in the time to get better and you can take tattooing so many places. Lastly big big big thing every tattoo artist told me. Know how to really draw and don't lie about it not knowing how only a handful artist can really say they freehand it's the hardest thing to do in tattoo if you can do it and master it you will excel in tattooing. Because client love original art nobody has and doing it all freehand will show your client how good you are and then they can pass it on too others to give you more buisness and clientele

[@angeldelgado7120]

Im sorry i can not understand what you just said.

[@charlesschwartz7284]

@@angeldelgado7120 basically be your own artist don't copy don't rush your work don't lie to customers saying you can do something and you can't do it. Make your portfolio known meaning build your clientele up and if word gets out your good enough maybe you will have more customers it's all about how your grind and how you move in tattoo and where you go. A lot of artists I know move to California

[@hondeyann]

Does anyone have a list on what I need to buy to start tattooing my self?

[@bacsiu8371]

What is the most important and perfect part of a tattoo sir?

[@JackieDelon]

My main question is how often do you dip into the ink - like is it every minute or seconds ?

[@chloemaryanne6895]

You say make a list but what is everything on that list? I’m still really lost and I’ve looked all over to find out exsactly what I need but I don’t trust the “my first tattoo gun“ sets on Amazon lol

[@paintballworrior1]

I love the video. Just to be clear how much I pay attention to detail, I counted 4,238 blinks

[@Tattooing101]

I like to stay moisturized

[@OziBushMysteries]

Hi I’m in Sydney Australia What do you recommend I buy please brand of machine and things? I’m a female only 5’3 so my hands aren’t big like guys hands

[@Vinnieeque]

Hey! Quick question here: So, ever since I've known how to hold a pencil, I've held it differently. I believe that was due to it being easier for me being double-jointed. When I'm learning to use a tattoo machine, should I hold it as you demonstrated in the video, or should I try and find something easier for me?

[@goddessdelrey3492]

same here!

[@venistxrve]

i think you should go with whatever helps you get the job done consistently

[@Sendheal]

What about the more important stuff? How do you get into tattooing as a career? Do you take a part time job at McDonald’s and also apprentice under someone tattooing how do you actually start????

[@patrickhebdo5423]

some of my friends never even apprenticed, they just got good on fake skin and themselves and friends, and then used photos for a portfolio. sending in examples of your work compared to just applying for an apprenticeship is like sending an application with a resume and everything, they’ll be more likely to start you off sooner if they know they don’t have to teach you every little thing.

[@ryanfried7162]

What about voltage?

[@MarinaMakesMagic]

If the way I hold a pencil is different (ring finger underneath) Would that affect my tattooing? Should I try to hold it the "correct" way?

[@igutierrez0984]

Videos are very informative bro, what do you use for your video edits?

[@Tattooing101]

Final cut

[@basedbane787]

What art classes should I take if any ? I can draw cartons and letters pretty well imo but not much else

[@Tattooing101]

Drawing for tattoos are a little different than what you'll learn in an art class, if you're looking to learn how to draw specifically for tattoos, I recommend you check out our artist accelerator program! It has a dedicated drawing module that will be beneficial for you. Plus it'll also teach you everything you need to know to become a tattoo artist! If you're interested, you can find the link for the Artist Accelerator Program in the video description :)

[@Desinailsofficial]

Omg you guys have a program 🙏😭😭😭😭

[@Rizwankhan-wt5vi]

सर प्लीज सर में आपकी हर एक वीडियो देखता हूं

[@masterofgaming71BH4]

Is Knowing how to draw is benefitial or a problem for tattooing?

[@joeds881]

Wish me luck🙏

[@yabagabbug7625]

My baby pressed the like button before I could

[@kajasudar9725]

Ofcourse i had to get fake skin on wish.. they had a plastic feel to it and are really thin but i got used to it, figured out the depth so now it looks pretty good. Just started two weeks ago so dont judge me im a cheapskate when it comes to practicing

[@toniwilliams7193]

When practicing on silicone skin, how do I get the ink off? Should I use green soap? I smudge it so bad and can’t get it off! Thanks so much ❤

[@konomonono5204]

Use vaseline. Works great.

[@Mark-nh3up]

Im a ballpointpen artist and i cam do atleast realismm.. using a BIC pen is there a chance that i can transfer my skill to become a Tattoo artist ? because it looks sp hard for me..... i dont have any material yet...

[@alices.4717]

Do you have a list please ? As someone starting, I have no idea what to put in the list you mentioned 😅 (which is why I'm watching the video haha )

[@Tattooing101]

We have a video on that list actually!

[@MarileeBean12]

I was curious as to whether your tattoo course helps people get their license in the states that they need to legally have them? I’m interested in the course but unsure if it’s the equivalent of an apprenticeship so you can get your license?

[@joeybonin274]

You don’t need a license

[@MarileeBean12]

@@joeybonin274 in my state it is required to have a tattoo license and blood borne pathogens certified to work in shops.

[@mobill93]

Haha " making a list checking it twice, just to make sure the tattoo will be nice" 🎶🤣🤣

[@hollietoronto]

Would really like your opinion on the fact that the majority of tattoo artists/studios will absolutely not give an apprenticeship to anyone who is teaching themselves to tattoo. Whilst people can teach themselves to use a machine, they can't learn the dynamics of a studio, how a studio runs, the management of appointments and interaction with customers, how to draw designs that will actually work as tattoos and not just drawings, aseptic technique of course as well. I'm not here to bash you, but I'm curious to know your thoughts. I've been on the fence about teaching myself but I'm also holding off as I'm very aware that at least here in the UK, if you mention to an artist that you've been using a machine yourself even just on fruit or practice skins they won't even consider you for an apprenticeship.

[@hollietoronto]

Also - please don't direct me to your course. I want to hear your thoughts on this, not an advertisement :)

[@Tattooing101]

I have done a podcast in this specific subject. Explaining that the industry is changing I have plenty of shops reach out saying that there apprentices are watching my videos and helping them along the way. It’s not how you learned it’s how good you are. Many famous artist started out learning on there own until they got a chance.

[@hollietoronto]

@@Tattooing101 Fair enough, I think the industry in the US is still very different to the UK, still frowned upon by the majority here to be scratching at home as for one thing, it’s illegal without a license across the entire country I appreciate the knowledge you’re putting out there though 🙌🏻

[@safiyahjordan1387]

I don't have needles but I have fake skins an thing ty so much also can you do a in depth video of needles

[@Tattooing101]

We've made a video on that!

[@KianWareing-mj1km]

I just bought some tattoo stuff for 100 quid cheap it’s a good gun but I think I cheated out on the silicon practice sheets and the stencil paper

[@goldenmusic281]

speed stick is the literal best for stencil transfering.

[@matthewword280]

anyone have a beginner tattoo kit recommendation??

[@A2tattoos]

Hiii broww ❤️

[@JucelAlolor-np7ez]

Sir good evening hope you'll see me I like all you're videos

[@jamaicanworld4598]

Does a tattoo artiste have to actually be good at drawing to be successful in the tattoo business?

[@RealSpleefs]

Nice mandox nft poster in the background