How To Tattoo Perfect Lines

[@christinabivens59]

I've been practicing tattooing for every bit of 6 months now and actually taking an online tattooing course and I have been stuck with getting my handspeed and voltage matched up, but after watching this video, I feel like I can most definitely pull solid lines more easily now after you spelled it out for me and I'm sure many others as well about letting the needle catch. I was beginning to notice this yesterday when I was tattooing myself but at that moment I couldn't put my finger on exactly what I was doing, all I knew is that the sound the tattoo machine was making in the skin was right (I was in the correct layer of skin based off of it staying and the sound it made in the skin is a unique sound that once you hear it, you can't forget it. I appreciate your help with pointing out that important factor along with explaining how to find your own hand speed.

[@Bad_Artist_UK]

Hi Christina, just wondering how the online tattooing course is going. I’m new to tattooing and I’m strongly considering taking an online course aswell. Are they anygood and is there one you would recommend? Hope to hear from you

[@garfaaldo]

i’ve been tattooing a few months now. sometimes i enter “the zone” and feel just as comfortable pulling lines on real skin as i do fake skin. but other times, especially my first few of a piece, i don’t hit deep enough. really appreciate your videos and insights.

[@DanielYuck]

I remember and can relate to this feeling. I used to doubt myself often until I discovered how important confidence actually is when it comes to tattooing. I would say that enough experience on fake skin and human skin will help this issue. It’s more of one of those things that we have to go through and learn the ropes, we have to gain that experience. Stick with it all and things will start clicking. I appreciate your time and support! It means a lot to me. Do your tattoos vary in design or do you specialize in a design?

[@garfaaldo]

@@DanielYuck thanks for your response :))) lately, I do mostly cartoony, kawaii, ignorant style designs, with some gothic and lettering stuff too. i also have been noided to enter the world of shading, but have gotten pretty adept at packing color and blacks. so a lot of bold pieces and cutesy pieces. have been doing a lot of american traditional stuff, but i like fine like work too. i draw my own concepts and characters and quirky silly designs, and i like when my friends want my art on them. but i’d love to one day be able to do huge beautiful geometric pieces or floral pieces w vibrant color. right now though i practice lines and RM work religiously bc i figure i shouldn’t bite off too much at once and rage quit entirely. i’m just a scratcher rn but i’d love to be a professional one day.

[@DanielYuck]

You're welcome! When you mentioned your style I can vividly imagine what the art may look like and what appeal it has. I love those sort of tattoos designs and concepts. I have thought to myself in the beginning, "Should I specialize in silly tattoos" haha so I can understand wanting to do our own designs. I ended up loving mandalas, dot work, ornamental, style tattoos. I would never have guessed that at the start. I think that the way you are approaching it all is a good healthy way to approach it. Build up your fundamentals, get the fundamentals all the way down and build form that foundation. That is very very if not exactly how I approached it as well. I work on my linework, dotwork, and shading technicalities everyday. I find myself always going back to the basics when I tattoo. Keep doing what you are doing and should you ever have any questions along the way don't hesitate to drop a comment and I will do my absolute best to assist you in the best possible direction.

[@havenautart]

Hey bro I had this problem. It’s due to the differences in skin. Don’t just start pulling lines get in a black area if you can and pull some lines inside the black or take your time on the first line don’t pull the whole line because you don’t know if the ink is going in. Pull a small piece of the line until you feel the depth you need then proceed. Don’t proceed if the first line isn’t solid. Sorry for the long but I did have this problem.

[@andrewstapleton5422]

I’m a brand new learner so am trying to learn as much as I can with your videos. I found it very helpful learning to let the needle “ catch” first before moving on with the line. You have a great voice and video style, makes watching a longer video very enjoyable. Thank you #DanielYuck

[@emeg6150]

THANK YOU SO MUCHH finally a detailed and clear explanation

[@1976kinan]

before i start watching this video i just wanted to say: you are an awesome tutor, artist thank you!

[@PsykotikTattoo_ACUS]

I remember Franco Vescovi saying 'I'm still learning, and there are those special gifted artist who just don't practice but trying to see the imperfections in their tattoos and trying till they are almost satisfied with it, those are the ones who succeeded' something along the line, in an interview, he was talking about artist like you, I have never in my life seen a tattoo artist who has reached the level of tattooing in 3 years as you have, I imagined where you'll be in 10 years, and the awards, forgive an old man for rattling here lol, 111rs, that's wow, and the way you explained things, is so basic and easy to do a follow along, you put your all in what you do and that's where most of the respect comes from, you love the AI Tenitas, but don't forgét the CNC's😂

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for the continued support you’ve shown my family and myself Psykotik! I appreciate you. I know for certain there are plenty of artist that are far better over me within a 3 year span and I’m ok with that. I’m not ok with not becoming the best version of myself inside and out. I practice often, everyday, I’m always thinking about technical applications and ways I can improve. I figured I take my time with everything and figure out technical aspects that I can use in my tattoos. I don’t want to do bad tattoos so I feel that taking my time with my tattooing journey is very important. I won’t rush it for any reason. I also can’t wait till we transition over to human skin full time. I’ll be bringing a complete new set of videos for you all.

[@m4nu_65]

As a beginner, tattooing lines is pretty difficult for me, but, I love how you show your work and how you teach us to be more confident in tattooing ! 💪 #DanielYuck

[@dmiran84]

Thank bro, been practicing tattooing for bout a year now and I have alot of fundamentals down but alot of my lines were still shaky. Took your advice in this video and just slowed down and really focused on my hand speed and voltage and my lines are almost perfect so this is exactly what I needed to see.

[@Alexis-mo8mb]

Im just starting to tattoo i dont even have my set up yet i want to learn so i can be financially free and roadtrip w my husband so your videos are very helpful for us both thank you

[@rayadamsii6057]

on tha' low..."one of the greatest instructional videos of all tyme"...salut mr.yuck!

[@AraFicara]

Thank you ❤ I have been tattooing for about 3 months now on clients & this video is what finally helped me do better lining on my fake skin practices. I can’t wait to use my new knowledge on my next tattoo.

[@johntravisstevens6062]

You do a great job explaining these techniques and as always expanded my knowledge. Thank you once again!

[@DanielYuck]

I’m glad I am able to help you in a better direction John! I appreciate you, your time and your support! Should you ever have any questions don’t hesitate to drop a comment and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction.

[@Michael-cb3dz]

Awesome tips and thank you for all the great content

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you Michael ! Your continued support and kind feedback is greatly appreciated. More content coming! I

[@benbaker364]

The dot method is genius thank you brother

[@Mtpjodecidal4life]

That thunder on the back would relax me even more

[@chuckb6256]

Your videos are always very informative and easy to follow thank you for what you do

[@Star_theopen]

This helped me a lot thank you

[@DanielYuck]

You're welcome! Thank you as well for your time, feedback and support!

[@SStrifeldt]

Love this! It was very helpful! Thanks!😊

[@alyssamejia903]

Love your teaching pace and how patient you are. You’re definitely crucial in my learning so far! #DanielYuck

[@Tiggim0n]

I love that you have this over a hand as doing this on a flat surface vs a human hand is sooooo diff!!! #danielyuck

[@lorinamoore]

Can you do a video of how you make your stencils and your thought process on why and how you make your lines bold and others smaller just your thought process on it and how you make or print them?

[@huwwackman]

Great work and help

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you very much for the kind feedback and support! I appreciate it.

[@coreyskyehuerta]

I'm brand new, one thing I learned is that ink matters too. Of course it's all user error but I got a bottle labeled super black thinking Yesss this is gonna be good. Loaded the ink in cartridge, realized it was super thick and heavy viscosity. Even going deep or doing small circles I wasn't achieving bold black lines or color. Looked at the bottled, in fine print, says gray wash. :/ So valuable lesson I learned, research, learn and play with different ink. Switched to black hawk black ink and I was getting consistent solid lines.

[@marieve5394]

Great video! I learn so much whit your video 👍

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for the kind feedback and support! I appreciate you. Should you ever have any questions don’t hesitate to drop a comment and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction. Did you ever get your giveaway package?

[@marieve5394]

@@DanielYuck yes i receve my packaging. 🤩🔥👍 I am so happy. Thank you so much. 😁👍

[@bobbitocerealwx]

I think this is my issue. Thank you!

[@phatdat2501]

thanks for your detail sharing! Btw, the video about printer,the different off inkjet and thermal quality,what kind of tattoo should use which printer,pla pla... Maybe great video

[@freedhommepodcast]

Explained like a master teacher 💪🏿👍🏿💯

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for the support and feedback Freedhomme! I appreciate you. If you ever have any questions along your way drop a comment and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction.

[@alawahdan2755]

Hi bro i’m really appreciated every video and tip you share to us I’m asking if you can in future make a video about whip shading / brush motion with round shader needle like 3,5,7,9 only with black ink Thanks ❤

[@DanielYuck]

That’s awesome man! I am happy that I am able to help you in a better direction. I can get this video done for you all, this is a great recommendation! Bare with me as I get this done . I appreciate you.

[@stevep4358]

All things being equal,,breathe out slowly while U do a line .helps stability..

[@djb9739]

Can I ask where you got the orange gloves? That’s my favorite color and I’d love to get some.

[@LynzeSouthern]

I'm so new to tattooing, thank you so much for all of your tutorials! You're a great teacher! #DanielYuck

[@tylerdoove4061]

The hardest part was finding out why my lines weren’t sticking and not crisp, this and hanging my needle more helped so much #danielyuck

[@tattoonetten]

Hey bro I got a question I've been tattooing since 1998 with a coil machine n I just ordered the prophet t 100.have you ever used a coil machine n if so is it alot different n if so how?? I LIKE WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS,YOU KEEP IT PROFESSIONAL 💯 👊

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for the kind feedback and your continued support Tattooman ! You are appreciated 🤝 I actually started on a coil machine but I quickly found out that coil machines aren’t for me. I didn’t like the feel of the machine in my hand. It felt awkward for me but I can tattoo with coil machines, it’s a personal preference I believe. I feel you’re going to like or love the Prophet and pen style tattoo machines. They are super smooth and for me easy to work with. They feel more at home for me personally because I grew up using big markers. What style of tattoos do you do on your end?

[@tattoonetten]

Id rather do black n gray but i love doing color too but one thing I was taught is that you can always learn something off another artist. Your videos are real professional thats what drawn me ta watching your videos n you seem super cool bro.hope ta cross paths with you one day.stay safe my friend n keep up the good work👊✌

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you my friend! I appreciate your kind feedback and your support. It means a lot to me. I will continue to strive and do my best for you all. I love black and gray and that is where I am dominant but I also love color. I have dabbled in color and I personally love doing color but I am still uncertain if color is something I would want to do. I have yet to make up my mind haha If you ever have any questions along your way drop a comment and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction.

[@jackofalltj6059]

#1 I struggled with line work were my lines were always in and out or light and dark. Which brought me here to square one and refresh. I tuned my coils and charger my rotary and got to work . This helped me with my tuning , needles to tatt with and then my line work with machines. #DanielYuck .. thank you bro for your guidance.

[@mcastaneda6428]

It's been 4 months since i started tattooing and these videos your putting out are very helpful. #DanielYuck

[@MtHighMtHigh]

The zone is where we want to be, practice will get us there. #DanielYuck

[@MYVIEWOFADVENTURES]

Im new into this and would like to know how do you make the stencil not wash away when you wife it?

[@christinabivens59]

I know you're supposed to start at the bottom and work your way up, but I honestly have the same question because this has happened to me.

[@giannis7123]

one has to adjust voltage based on his hand speed,less speed less voltage, higher speed higher voltage

[@kvltbeauty6488]

Thank you for this video ❤ Can you do one on arm movement? I feel like I always use my wrist for small lines but I don't think I'm supposed to 😅

[@lilpukey]

Super helpful information, thanks for sharing and not gatekeeping like most. #DanielYuck

[@tattoonetten]

Thanks!

[@DanielYuck]

You’re welcome Tattooman! Thank you so much for the super thanks support ! You are appreciated 🤝

[@angerink1854]

Hi, im new on this, just started practicing couple of weeks ago. I have a question that might sound stupid but, why the tape around the tattoo machine?

[@irineoromerojr5897]

Are you using a liner or shader for lines??

[@NozyPantzGaming]

This video helped out my lining so much! Thank you #danielyuck

[@hailtheleaf5447]

I'm a beginner and i have a question. Why do you use Round Shader needles for lining and not Round Liners

[@b654loud]

Thank you for the helpful tips #DanielYuck

[@alexspine105]

What mode were you lining in bro? E or F?

[@Samacama1982]

Once again great info! #danielyuck

[@GGGINGERR]

Its so true, do not drink coffee before pulling lines 😂😂

[@mikemaillet1261]

How come you personally use a machine with a 3.5 mm stroke over a 4.0mm machine?

[@justinealmonicar9874]

Tankyou for your lesson to us. #danielyuck

[@Chadillac.]

Are you using that back side of the skin?

[@johnnywalkerr305]

I appreciate the content #DanielYuck

[@janiedavis6709]

I have watched this so many times! My lines are getting so much better I think my gun may be the issue. #DanielYuck

[@fujiwaragenji4494]

thankss masterrr😊#danielyuck

[@Fani_Meherzi_Tattoo]

Great video! I really enjoyed watching your tattooing process. You make it look so effortless and the end result is stunning. I actually just uploaded a tattoo tutorial on my channel too, in case anyone is interested. Feel free to check it out! Keep up the amazing work. Cheers!

[@I_am_BiG_Al]

I find it alot easier to tattoo myself

[@DanielYuck]

Ahh I kind of feel the same. Not in terms of tattooing myself, I find it hard to get good angles and positions. However I do find tattooing human skin a bit easier for me. It’s more accepting to ink.

[@AndrueSOCAL]

Wow an hour video let’s see how much I learn

[@DanielYuck]

I hope you learned something that you can take with you to apply on your end. Thank you for your time and thank you for your support.

[@AndrueSOCAL]

@@DanielYuck thank you

[@bdee1084]

Lol. Rotaries hit a thousand times harder

[@karinameranza6416]

Can you do a video using this technique on human skin

[@DanielYuck]

I have a short version of lining on human skin But it is a bit older. I will make an updated video on this for you all. Thank you for the recommendation How To Tattoo A Line kzbin.infoHXdqBcwyiYo?feature=share

[@tomik6537]

customer service pro! love the replies

[@Jjonnnnnn]

this helped me alot and I learned quite a bit from this keep up the AMAZING work !! #danielyuck

[@kward3510]

Incredibly helpful, thank you! I’ll get practicing now @DanielYuck