From Tipping to Tap-Outs: Tattoo Advice w/ Michelle Santana and Bryan Gutierrez | Dos and Don'ts

[@bonniebradyiswriting]

I like the calm vibes in this video.

[@TheDoksterMonster]

“I’m not old, it’s just accumulative youth” that’s fucking beautiful

[@-Manda_SKnight_BeastMoD]

I LOVE this

[@anarchist_parable]

I've got like 30 tattoos. I'm a great sitter but recently I allowed an apprentice to tattoo me that sincerely overworked the skin. Never felt pain like that in my life and it was just a forearm tattoo. I have my hips, rips, chest, and nipples tattooed and never felt pain like this. After 4 hours on a design that shouldn't really require that, I tapped out. I went back for another session because I committed to carrying the piece of art on me as she envisioned it, but application definitely contributes to whether or not people tap out.

[@corawardleigh8343]

Thank you so much for sharing I was looking into tattoo artist for my first tattoo and glad you mentioned they were a apprentice I don’t know how well I will react and don’t want someone who might need me to sit longer

[@MikeOcksmallClips]

@LeoS your mom

[@Lowtan]

They seem chill af. I wanna eat street tacos and drink beer with them.

[@ThatTattooGuyOfficial]

That is a very specific activity lol

[@Lowtan]

@@ThatTattooGuyOfficial Hispanics love real tacos and beer. Source: i married into a Mexican family. 🤣

[@inked]

Next time they come in, we'll get the tacos and beer 🌮🍻

[@elbuengaspar]

@@Lowtan Mexican here. Yes. This is completely true.

[@jordinhocharles]

THATS RACIST (black kid screaming that’s racist meme) 😂😂😂😂 Tacos são minha vida 🤤🤤

[@anthonywilson2335]

I wish yall would show their work in the videos to help get an idea of what they do

[@Sara11.12]

You should check out their Instagrams @mnsantanatattoo and @bryan.gee

[@EurydiceAllAlong]

One thing I always use to prepare an area for tattoos is the Acure sea kelp scrub. Everytime my artists mention my skin is like butter and is so easy to work with.

[@SandeepSingh-zc5sh]

Same! I shave and moisturise to keep my skin smooth AF for my artist. I always like the compliment of having great skin but sometimes it's so soft and smooth that the dermalizer just peels off. That's the gamble I have and it's so annoying.

[@markattenborough9107]

Thanks for the advice homie, will definitely do that from now on

[@laaadybird]

definitely doing this when i get my first tattoo!

[@sissywizard1764]

Always looking for exfoliators, thx girl stay buttery smoove ^^

[@maitegonzalez8197]

looking at this videos so my future tattoo won't be trash

[@jogoseamvs9871]

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[@inked]

You're welcome 😊

[@piranhasaurusrex]

I like the respect these artists have for their clients. I have serious respect for that from an artist.

[@jacklindborg4105]

These videos help me not be an annoying client when I'm getting tattooed

[@frozedokkanbattle]

The only tattoo I have tapped out for multiple breaks was when I got my left ribs done it took 11 hours all one session.

[@AO1YinYang]

any tattoo 11 hours is not fun, never mind ribs. your pain threshold wears thin at that point..id say max 6 hours per any session. It's comfy for both the artist and the canvas, artist wrist cramps aint fun neither i would imagine.

[@frozedokkanbattle]

@@AO1YinYang well my left rib piece is one of my better black an grey tattoos with scripture

[@heyitsnasira]

Id never. My artist tapped ME out after 2.5 hours on the rib. And looking back on it... Fair enough 😂

[@frozedokkanbattle]

@@heyitsnasira o come on that’s weak lol. I’d say the most painful was the ribs so far

[@heyitsnasira]

@@frozedokkanbattle hahaha never claimed to be a tattoo rock but yeah. Made me rethink when Ink Master canvases come in for 6 hour tatts. But none of mine are longer than 4 hours total 😅. The thing is, I wasn't moving much but I was tensing up during shading and being that we were in no rush he called it. It was a smart decision on his part and I learned more about myself and my tattoo turned out better than expected. Great cover up, great shading especially for darker skin, and very legible.

[@rorydonaldson2794]

I live in NZ, we don't do tipping here, but I do love to show appreciation to my artist. I might find out if they like a particular type of rum or something like that. A small gift of appreciation is nice

[@anarchist_parable]

Brown People: "👏🏾USE👏🏾LOTION👏🏾" Literally life advice not just tattoo advice. Also, looked up her Instagram and I'm loving the portfolio. She comes off like such a badass and her work is really lovely and delicate.

[@alleira7628]

"You could give me a high five, or buy me ice cream." awwww that's so sweet

[@genesis0521]

There chill and understanding it’s so calming

[@mycatisjudgingyou]

Oh shit, I'm the person who doesn't stop talking 😂

[@BEASTmodeontheRoad]

Gawd Amanda shut up already

[@mycatisjudgingyou]

@@BEASTmodeontheRoad no ♥

[@TrolleyDollies]

@@mycatisjudgingyou lol same

[@Nico5890]

I watched it once for the information. Then I watched it a second time because they both have beautiful smiles that light up like the summer sunshine

[@2120musiclover]

The lotion part alone is why tattoo artists should love black clients! Lol

[@kellyroyds5040]

Yes. Lotion all day every day!

[@hannahpumpkins4359]

It puts the lotion on - it does this whenever it's told.

[@Indianny]

I have never heard of tipping a tattoo artist, so I never have. Now I feel bad. I am usually a very generous tipper. Damn. This is seriously news to me. Never heard this before, I feel like such an ass now.

[@derekabshire6691]

Haha same here, glad I started doing a little research before my next one in 3 weeks.

[@MotaShotta]

You shouldn't tip someone who sets their own prices

[@derekabshire6691]

@@MotaShotta makes sense, so I'm going to a guy who has his own shop and charges $150/ hour. You're saying it would be ok/ not rude to not tip?

[@dreroy599]

I don’t really tip when they charge me $150 an hour either.

[@cutelatina00508]

Tipping is an American thing and should 100% be optional. I like how they recommend just a small gift. That actually sounds like a tip, something extra, not something expected.

[@HipHopLiveSpot]

She so soft spoken and cute

[@peanutmansemporiumofrandom7472]

I love Michelle’s accent. 😍😍😚😚

[@LunarPriestessYT]

I'm going to get my first tattoo tomorrow 🥳

[@EX7RUD1CON]

Seriously, make sure you eat something before your appointment

[@spectrumtyds2344]

Me tooo

[@jordinhocharles]

Manda fotos !!(:

[@dirtyyrat]

Ayyy how did it go??

[@LunarPriestessYT]

@@dirtyyrat Super well, really happy with the result. The artist was very friendly too.

[@WeHaveTheRansom]

Man. I've had tattoo artists that wont stop rambling to me so it's funny the talking annoys them

[@Cee944]

Yeah I had a 5 hour tattoo, why would I want that to be silent? It went by so quickly *because* I was chatting with the artist.

[@jordinhocharles]

You shoulda kept the background black and let them be floating heads

[@CuriousGoodsJessica]

Nice, straightforward and honest answers, and I also want you to give us a picture collaboration. They seem like very cool people, and trustworthy, but they deserve a little more promotion showing some of their work! 😊

[@scarletusagi]

Not me getting my first tattoo in 30 minutes and seeing this NOW

[@quinn3110]

✍️Listen ✍️ to✍️ them✍️ before✍️ your✍️ first✍️ tattoo✍️ on✍️ Friday✍️

[@theonlyone261]

Good luck! you'll never look back!

[@elijahtorres9699]

You'll do great, and hopefully it turns out how you like it!

[@inked]

Good luck on your first tattoo!

[@coquette1087]

I'm getting ✨chill vibes✨

[@keishafoster4432]

It always throws me off when people go in to get tattoos drunk. In my state (maine) it’s super illegal to do tattoos/ piercings to anyone who is visibly under the influence. Like shops can get shut down

[@yumekojabami233]

Looking at these videos knowing they all the same advices

[@creepyfoxskull4930]

I’m getting a tattoo in 2 1/2 weeks.It was supposed to be a small tattoo on my right outer calf but it turn into a big one 😆

[@inked]

That tends to happen 🤣🤣 Good luck with the tattoo!

[@TheDeviIDogg]

I always tip my artist at least $20 even for a $60 tattoo just because its the nice thing to do and it does kinda help build a relationship with them, it shows you're not gonna stiff them one day and you appreciate their work. I rarely never tip, I always at least tip something unless they're kinda rude

[@ricardobjj24]

Im getting my first tattoo on my forearm. Im excited & nervous hope im a good canvas

[@isaiahk2139]

I just got my forearm done a week ago. Goodluck bro !

[@EX7RUD1CON]

You’ll do awesome, forearm is a chill spot

[@tilenkobe]

my tattoo artist was cursing for the whole 3 hours because my forearm skin was shit lol, he said he'd never done it if he knew

[@terminaldeity]

Just don't move. Pretend you're a statue.

[@JamFlexx]

@@tilenkobe did the tattoo come out alright ?

[@kurtdonaldcobain534]

Michelle parcera representando a locombia, grande parcera sos grande.

[@Juan-gm9ik]

Tattoo artists swear they have the hardest jobs just suck it up you’re getting paid its all about the person getting tattooed especially if they’re getting paid well foh

[@annabethsmith-kingsley2079]

Those two were awesome!

[@LilttleTeaCup]

I really love these two tattoo artists. I'm assuming they are from the same shop. The other guy Anatole is awesome as well. They are the most chilled and nicest artists they feature on this channel.

[@jordaneverett9367]

Loved these guys!

[@belindas8417]

Her cheeks are to die for

[@Christinar626]

this honestly makes me feel a bit better bc when I get tattooed I barely talk bc im trying to focus on not dying 😅

[@monagorgan7288]

her t-shirt made me laugh, but ask so many questions

[@MansterBear]

Lol what is it? Playboy Eminem?

[@ThatTattooGuyOfficial]

“You’re old.. it’s not my fault “ Lol

[@bigblackearl6852]

I'm getting my 2nd and 3rd tattoos this weekend w my cousin it's kinda funny I already had one before and she wanted one for her birthday so I went with her it took me 3 hours just to convince her to enter the shop now she has like 10

[@toriamorris4529]

where can you get the shirt she’s wearing?

[@kurtdonaldcobain534]

instagram.com/8118 it's one of Michelle's designs, also you can buy a lot of real street things.

[@akincaid00]

Great videos

[@inked]

Thank you!

[@calebcicero7727]

Idk man if I’m already paying upwards of 1,400+ for a tattoo and I book an artist for the entire day I’m not about to rip on top of that

[@thatsright4296]

Weakkkkk

[@richardy2883]

How should someone go about asking an artist to finish work that another artist started? I have a chest piece halfway done for 8 years now because the original artist got out of tattooing due to health reasons and haven't heard from him since. Id like to get it finished but dont want to disrespect anyone asking them to finish another persons work.

[@inked]

Be honest in your communication. If you go to an artist who works in a similar style and tell them the story straight up, there should be no issue of disrespect.

[@MansterBear]

A lot of good artist do cover ups, reworks, and finishes. Usually the ones who don’t say it specifically on their website.

[@SwimSweetie100]

I’ve always struggled figuring out how much to tip. If I’m paying 1-2k for a large piece, am I still supposed to tip 20%? ThatS such a huge tip. I think the biggest tip I gave was like 2-300 bucks.

[@jackvile.]

i hated getting my left hip/buttcheek tatted 😅 i couldn’t control my muscle spasms & it was her first tattoo as an apprentice. i felt so bad lol

[@elijahtorres9699]

How do you sit with a buttcheek tattoo while it's healing?

[@jackvile.]

@@elijahtorres9699 i actually made the mistake of taking a hot ass bath while it was healing 🥴 not the best idea. sitting wasn’t bad tho i just wore soft pants

[@thelifeofsweetangelchristi817]

With pain, can you use lidocaine cream like a few hours before your appointment, cause like I want a tattoo, but I have like zero pain tolerance

[@inked]

It's not that bad at all, we promise. Nothing against lidocaine cream, but for your very first tattoo we recommend experiencing it all for the first time, including the pain. Don't be scared, you'll be fine.

[@EurydiceAllAlong]

I have almost cried and passed out from blood work or getting IVs but tattoos I barely blink. They are not that painful I promise

[@thelifeofsweetangelchristi817]

@@inked 😅okay, I'll try..thx for the advice😁

[@eclipsexgaming1169]

Not that bad shading is a bit rough after a while but that's it really

[@AO1YinYang]

that stuff only works for like an hour, so first tattoo, make it small, test the waters.

[@AO1YinYang]

He was fast, who do you to do a collab with? Hey Micelle, what's up...kudos.

[@ogie86]

Did this guy just advice us to bring a dog to the shop?

[@madelineslaughter3353]

Love it guys

[@olacheney703]

My ankles are so ashy sometimes at a quick glance I swear I'm wearing white socks even when my feet are bare. 😭

[@gamigone7352]

I need to invest in some headphones, I couldn't hear a word she was saying

[@johnnyc.3261]

I’m heavily tattooed and have been friends with a couple tattoo artists but I don’t agree with tipping unless the artist really did extra. When you buy a painting, you don’t tip the artist, it’s not any different.

[@chromeclaws]

as a professional freelance painter/illustrator: you do, actually. tipping your artist, if you are commissioning custom work, is encouraged in the art community.

[@derekabshire6691]

Good to know I've never tipped but i was starting to think it was expected.

[@F2397-m4c]

My main artist that owns his shop does not expect tips. I tried to tip him and he said he charges enough so the tip isn’t necessary. He does incredible work. Any artist that demands a tip is not a good artist.

[@chromeclaws]

@@F2397-m4c no one's demanding a tip. it's a sign of appreciation for your artist. if your artist owns his own shop, he can charge higher prices; most tattoo artists don't have that luxury.

[@2120musiclover]

I just wish they would make it part of the price

[@ElderGuilherme]

Sometimes it seems that she doesn't move the upper lip lol Couldn't stop looking at her mouth. But they're very articulated about all question, good stuff

[@fire1777]

Chillin the most...

[@NklHfy]

"tallking" What's wrong with short kings ?

[@TehSymbiote]

I like them

[@Mar88882]

😭 me not knowing they can tell when you have dry skin

[@lesliesteele3926]

It's not just lotion though. Water! Hydrate like mad. It's good for your skin anyway.

[@ilikememes533]

Did he really recommend to bring your dog when you're getting tattooed? Is he serious?

[@nbkagaming9656]

Love these type of videos, just don’t care for these artist

[@jimthompson9992]

If you like your artist, and I mean really respect them, tip them to let them know how much you like them! I had a wonderful relationship with my main artist and he would really cut me some great deals on my ink and always managed to get me in on a regular basis...he was a great, fun, talented artist and I would tip him twice to three times what he was charging for his time and work...and if I could have afforded it I would have done 10X his fee. AWESOME guy!!🤘🤘

[@F2397-m4c]

If it’s a credible artist they will charge enough that a tip isn’t needed. My main artist charges a good amount, that’s because he does phenomenal tattoos. Tip is included in the price.

[@anxiouscaterpillar]

Tallking

[@RafaelVeroni]

bring your dog? wtf

[@xcxangel9948]

Not a fan of this Michelle girl. It’s hard to fully trust ANYONE who is about to permanently mark your body. If the tattoo artist doesn’t do it perfectly, you’re ruined. She clearly doesn’t get that.

[@lonewolf3333]

I couldn't hear a word she said... mumble mumble mumble.. her mouth barely moved when the words were coming out. We need captions

[@Cee944]

"Be calm" but also don't talk? How do you expect people to be calm if they don't feel comfortable with you lol.

[@terminaldeity]

Wut

[@patsca_]

huh?

[@thadeustortellini5391]

Could she be anymore bored

[@funsize69]

She has Asperger vibes, but I don't know anything about her so.. . Some ppl just are more lowkey than others. Doesnt mean she isn't happy to be there

[@thadeustortellini5391]

@@funsize69 It doesn't but it's less interesting for viewers.

[@funsize69]

@@thadeustortellini5391 I mean.. It's free content, you don't have to watch it

[@thadeustortellini5391]

@@funsize69 I mean it's a public video I can have critisism.

[@tbrod2031]

Not being rude at all but this video could’ve used some subtitles. Kinda difficult to understand her with that accent

[@deathjoker666]

I never tap out. I only take breaks when my artist has to. I'm the type who sit there bare the pain. I do talk to my artist, but won't talk on the phone while process is going on. If I can I'll text somebody but if I feel it will cause too much movement, I'll wait to do that as well. I got an upcoming appointment back of neck and hand. Back of Neck is a free touch up, but the hand I will be paying for. Back of neck He told me he'll do it free, it needs a few tweaks on the teeth, it's the mask of Needles(Marcus) Kane, the driver of Sweet Tooth from Twisted Metal. I have my left hand tattooed down to my fingers knuckles included so I know not to be surprised if my artist goes by the same way he did it with my left hand. H even told me the design my not fit and might have to go onto the fingers again, I told him I trust him.