How To Tattoo Avoiding Ink Splatter! 6 Most Common Mistakes Made & Techniques To Avoid Them!

[@katieharris456]

Not running the machine in the cup! This has saved me so much! Only been practicing the last 2 weeks so I'm glad I watched this vid 😁😁

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Glad it’s helped you out!

[@agsprodz]

Me too! Didn't know why my tip was getting so clogged up and not picking up ink from the cup.

[@kari5829]

same i have been struggling with ink everywhere on the skin. thank god I found this video

[@kiimerle5513]

Same!!

[@dustpanman]

I've been practicing for almost a week here myself. So I felt this

[@Luna-hk5qg]

I swear, you are my go-to when I have questions or to find out what I'm doing wrong. Your channel is the best on teaching in a way that really makes sense.

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thank you!

[@nikitaNKW]

Awww thanks!!! I was training on synthetic skin today and was so annoyed about all the splatter, you helped me a lot!!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

I’m glad it’s helped you out. Good luck with it!

[@olealgoritme6774]

Same...! Love your style, Nikita 😍

[@acpace24]

I've been tattooing on my own since the beginning for about 3 years now(mostly on myself) and have had some success but not without a lot of failures! I have not done an apprenticeship strictly due to not being able to afford to. The quality of my work before watching your videos improved quite slowly(having watched countless other "tutorials". Since watching your videos the quality(and speed) of my work has improved exponentially!! There is still a lot to learn as always, and I constantly am trying to find new and different techniques to expand my abilities! Like you said, knowledge is power and your videos are by far the most thorough and informative videos I've found(abs I've watched a lot of videos!!) Additionally to the information you provide your energy and obvious love for what you do and eagerness to teach others how to improve has made your videos not only informative but also fun to watch! I hope that when I have the ability to start an apprenticeship that my mentor is at least half as passionate and knowledgeable as you. Keep up the good work, and thank you for making these videos!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

That’s for taking the time to write the amazing comment and feedback! I’m glad they’re helping you out. Always got loads of videos in the pipeline. Good luck with your journey!

[@DynastyVisualsTV]

Cheers mate. Thanks for this video. Just started tattooing and it was definitely helpful before I got further along into tattooing. I’ve been watching your videos for a week straight and the overall knowledge you give is top of the line. Thanks again.

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for the awesome feedback!

[@DynastyVisualsTV]

@@JonoSmithTattoo you got it. Stay safe 🙏🏽

[@marcoorlando3143]

Damn... you officially have a new daily subscriber my friend. This is the absolute blueprint to how these videos should be conducted. Thank you, sincerely!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for the awesome comment! Welcome to the channel!

[@shaneebook5092]

Seriously after this video he just gained another 1 I’m here to stay. This video was great

[@ChloëWright-z4j]

Thanks for this. Until watching this, I always used to have problems with loading too much ink into the cartridge needle. When dipping the needle into the ink, I always used to run the machine to pull the ink up, but after doing it the way you suggested, I'm no longer having this problem! Thanks again 👍🏼

[@alysmarcus7747]

wow - i'm pretty much self taught and do well, but the quick dip without the machine running no one had ever told me brilliant thanks

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@michaelking8061]

I've never ran into this problem thankfully. I use a mast pen with big wasp carts just started using Cheyenne carts lately. But now I know what to do if that time comes

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@thebootlegstnr2933]

Same I use a rotary machine and I’ve never had ink splatter like that

[@Critical.Thinking101]

Wow...awesome! Thanks. I was definitely overloading the tip with ink! Can't wait to try it without ink going EVERYWHERE! Great video and not too long! 😊

[@zenyfilmsrambo]

Not running the machine ,,,, the best advice my comrade

[@fridavinci6177]

Thank you sooo much!!! I'm a beginner and I'm struggling with this problem for quite a while. Nobody have told me what I should do until I find your video. Awesome!!!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@dustinl8239]

I definitely have found out that leaving the stencil dry for up to 15 minutes it almost won't come off. Great tip I hope some other people can use it

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@66grandtattoo14]

Thank you so much for making. This video I’ve learned a lot about the rotary machine now and these were the common things I was breaking my head about

[@arianarangel1753]

This was so so useful and I appreciate your simple quick straight to the point explanation it was very easy to watch and follow 💛 thank you

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@panpier1982]

Another great video! Tried for so long to understand why it happens when using cartridges! Thank you so much!!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@killacoiler1707]

Jono, thank you for all the tips and pro tricks to producing a better piece. Not having to deal with splatter or pooling of excess ink not only saves the stencil, but it also saves on skin irritation caused by excessive wiping or blotting of freshly tattooed areas. A tattoo is not going to be completely irritation or pain free unless it is a temporary jobber like what we used to get back in the day out of a cracker-jack box, but it does not need to be agonizing either.

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for the great comment and yes I totally agree with you. Thanks for watching!

[@YoursUntruly]

I was running the needle in the ink, making it pool up when I entered my skin, and couldn’t see my stencil. I bought a bunch of sheets of fake skin. And your tutorials are a godsend 🖤 thanks dawg

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@JazzifyPeople]

This video is great: the content is well organised, everything is explained with clear and simple words. I loved watching all those tips and can't wait to give it a go on fake skin!

[@dahenro3677]

Best tattoo advice on youtube.. life saver- i have used your tuning advice-floating and dragging the tube. THANK YOU!!!!! LIFE SAVING!!!!!!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@MariaRodriguez-uq7ry]

I want to hug you for this video! for the first time I was able to practice without this issue!!! and the outcome was amazing!!! love and appreciate your videos xxx

[@annaskinner7187]

I can honestly say you are one of a kind! Not only your videos are of amazing quality and value, but you are obviously an incredible human being as well! Taking your time and extensive knowledge to help people out there in such a humble way. Thank you for everything you do! Would be an honour to meet you some day!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for the awesome comment! I really appreciate that! 😃

[@theobieniasch]

best teacher for tattooing, so thankful for your advices. as a beginner it helps me a lot✌🏻

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for the awesome feedback!

[@topiary3376]

I LOVE THIS TECHNICAL TIPS!!!! Very important for a good tattoo

[@dawas5862]

I'm a beginner tattoo artist. Have learned Lots from your videos. Thanks a lot

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@KarlVinceCasitas]

Jono Smith is God-sent.

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@babyiamhome]

Thank you for this video so much❤️ I feel like this is the ONLY video on KZbin that has helped me with this issue

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@amber96MJ]

Hi Jono, I can’t explain how much your videos helped me already! So glad I found you page! Every day I watch some videos of you and every day I learn something new! Thank you for explaining us so much about tattooing! Glad to see they’re good people in the tattoo industry, because I had my share of meeting the wrong people in the tattoo industry. And so glad that with your videos I can finally learn what I love to do for a living! Thank you so much!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for the awesome feedback! I’m glad the channel is helping you out!

[@niinetyeiight5983]

Was waiting for this type of video, thank you Jono....You're the best

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@shannoniero2475]

Im currently one month into learning how to tattoo and ur channel is helping me so much!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

I’m glad the channel is helping you out. Thanks for watching!

[@pullupbow]

Mate you have no idea how much help this has given me. Awesome tutor, thanks a lot.

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

I’m glad it’s helped you out. Thanks for watching!

[@allangoncalves1453]

thanks JONO!! I asked about this a long ago and you helped me! I know this video will help a lot others

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

You’re very welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@Stevinpj]

Don't run the machine in the ink cup.. that was a new information for me .. thanks

[@ifyoutubedeletes1morevideo880]

Same. Wow. Awesome video all around.

[@frankkeck3114]

This was a great tip. Many are taught (myself included) to run the machine when drawing ink.

[@olealgoritme6774]

Ha.. Me too 😂🤓

[@thegrasscrew]

One of the most helpful videos I have seen in a long time watching youtube bro thanks

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thank you I really appreciate that!

[@Timeshifter32]

Thanks for the video brother, been thinking on switching from coil to rotary pen, pretty sure im going to order a new set up today!

[@ilkaysplashtattooberlin6357]

Can tell you how much I love you for being my mentor and Idol I just love the way how you teach me all this stuff and I bring my style and routine to the next level lova yaaahhh cheers from Berlin city and the bottom of my heart iLkay Splash-Tattoo-Berlin

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for the awesome comment! I’m glad they’re helping you out!

[@Eric-ue7eh]

I'm in the process of watching the rest of your videos. Very thorough and informative!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thank you!

[@acousticability]

Absolutely man, a few more u may not have had time to touch on for those who are just starting... Excess glide clumping in the needles/tube Needle speed way too fast "Cooking the ink" And one of the most common ive seen when working with newer artist is the most simple.... Just not noticing that their finger is blocking the 'flute' Like you in this vid their are always more and its epic to see u educating the next gen on both coil and rotary! In the end it all comes down to starting with a solid stencil, thanx for the vid keep it up

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for the great feedback and your input. You’re definitely right about having a solid stencil at the bottom of it all. Thanks for watching!

[@davoldfield3178]

Good to see you back Jono!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks mate!

[@gorgeousgardens7960]

Jono you are SO HELPFUL! I am learning so much from you, thank you :)

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for the awesome feedback!

[@John_BL4Z3]

Extremely informative! thanks for the tutorials/knowledge :D

[@angelvigilante82]

I liked this video you helped me the best way . In excited to do another tattoo

[@davidgregory1229]

Hey jono love your videos learned a lot from you my question is with your stencil what kind of equipment do you use for your stencil you have the picture on the outside of it as well

[@Metal69Head]

Thank you for the video Jono ! It really helped me with some blocked roads ,I have been struggling with the splatter for god knows how much. Would you give me an advise about the fake skin,are there any differences?I see your stencil really holds onto it,how do you apply it?Does it have something to do with the stencil paper aswell?could you send an amazon link to a fake skin you recommend?

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

He’s a link for a decent fake skin. This one tends to wipe really well. The best stencils for fake skin are hand drawn ones on hectograph paper. You can use a standard stencil solution or even washing up liquid (obviously don’t use that in real skin) but it works great on fake skin. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching! www.barberdts.com/uk/pinup-tattoo-practice-skin-100929.html

[@camilopalomino8319]

Genial, gracias por las Demostraciones.

[@spaula1114]

Damn I just love this channel this is so clear and technical

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@jesusgomez8317]

This is the video I think we all needed thank you for making a great work Definitely will subscribe

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching and welcome to the channel!

[@Evamysu]

Do you have some tips about Discharging ink on the skin? When the needle hits the skin all the ink that is in the cartridge reservoir is discharged on the skin, It’s catastrophic and I have not found a solution to stop it…

[@jonnynumbed4life724]

Thanks man that really helps a lot. By the way, Are you left handed??

[@novaFenjei]

You be putting me on GAME sir. Thank you lots

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@novaFenjei]

@@JonoSmithTattoo I got more to go!! Thanks again

[@mikezaimis]

Very importand info Jono. Good job ma man!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@certifiedfnhater4038]

Bro this was a great video. Useful information and demonstrations

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@certifiedfnhater4038]

@@JonoSmithTattoo sir no need to thank me. Everyone should thank you for the free information

[@rustynoland]

Wished yt was big when I first started learning this wild game called TATTOOING lol Love your videos brotha :)

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching! Much appreciated!

[@cdanielmota5441]

Hi Jano, I love your vids mate. I have a question, how do you make your synthetic skin so clean after working? I use Vaseline but it still looks pretty dirty and messy

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

You can put a thin layer of household bleach on them for an hour and wipe off. This brings them up nice and clean. Thanks for watching!

[@19james60]

your awesome love the way you teach the trade keep up the awesome work

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@wilmarkeupalao2660]

Thank you so much sir for this video.it helped me a lot.❤️new subscriber from philippines.

[@sanjaysonart9217]

Thank you sir. Very helpful video

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@saintnadd102]

I realy needed this . thanks a lot man

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@duchessofbristol3473]

Another splendidly helpful vid man. cheers!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@niina850]

Hi, nice video, you explain very well what might happen and why it happens and how to avoid it... Nice, thank you very much.. 👍 I have my own tattoo shop, been tattooing for 2 years now, but still at the same time doing the learning because I have a vision of my skills, what I expect them to be some day and working hard to get there.. do you have a video about color packing? I rarely do big areas but when I do, it's very hard to get it solid, colors are a bit easier than solid black...

[@BJNUNIA]

Very helpful.. Thanx bro..

[@gattookhushalani9642]

VERY VERY CLEARLY EXPLAINED VERY NICE IMPORTANT POINTS EXPLAINED

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for the awesome feedback and thanks for watching!

[@tobyblevins7910]

I was getting pooling with fresh new 5rl cartridges but when I switched to a 7rl it quit pooling. I use mast pro cartridges in my cnc pen...probably buy more expensive brands in my lower needle sizes I have no problems with my 7rl and up

[@cheitoluciano3111]

AWWWWESOME EDUCATION CUZ I JUST LEARNED ALOT BY WATCHING YOUR VID THANKS N PLEASE MORE MORE LOL KEEP UP THE GOODY WORK 💯💯👍👍

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks! Got loads more content always being made!

[@DanielRamirez-bk4us]

Thanks so much for your informative videos i truly appreciate it that you actually took your time to educate on the proper way to tattoo....its made a world of difference between my work before and now thanks so much ill keep watching out for any new videos you may have in the future...

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for the awesome comment!

[@samrobinson4712]

Thank you so much for this video 💖💖🤘

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@MoLeaveBrainstainzz]

OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH 🤸🏾‍♂️🤸🏾‍♂️

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@artforartssake1181]

this has been a great help thanks, and who knew Keith Lemon could teach tattooing lol

[@tatt0fear]

Very helpful vid and nicely explained too thanks bud 👍

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@rohanbhole9584]

Should we use elastic bands for ratary machines too??

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

It depends which type of rotary you’re using. Some do actually require an elastic band still and some have ‘needle bar retainers’ which replaces the elastic band.

[@rohanbhole9584]

@@JonoSmithTattoo thank you for usefull info

[@SugarFreeZaddy]

Quick question: on the last solution, are you turning the pen machine on/off each time on the wireless battery?

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Yes if you’re using a battery then you would do that.

[@SugarFreeZaddy]

@@JonoSmithTattoo dude, you are BEYOND helpful. Thank you so much for reaching out to a question from a video posted a while ago. I know it was a stupid question with an obvious answer, but sometimes I second guess myself and need a little affirmation. Keep up the good work, brother!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

@@SugarFreeZaddy I absolutely know where you’re coming from. I second guess everything! 🤣 I’m glad it’s helped you out. Thanks for watching!

[@zenadastra]

You Sir are a legend. Thanks ever so much

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@relaxedguy4435]

Thank you for the video!!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@mikewoods6335]

Not running the machine in the ink cap, is that the same with a mag? Never really had much ink spatter but I’m moving on to animal portraits now so don’t want to take the chance.

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

It can if you overload it.

[@janperea6703]

What do u use to clean the practice skin ? I use alcohol and water and still is too stained with the stencils and ink i had splattered

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

You can soak them in bleach for a few hours and it will clean them up.

[@janperea6703]

@@JonoSmithTattoo oh great! Thanks for you reply . So quick :D

[@johannesnewe]

Jono rocks ✊ Thanks you so much for all your advices and sharing your knowledge. Props also to your daughter, probably we should let Start Our daughter too. 🤔 Greetings from France

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for the awesome comment! 🇫🇷

[@saiavaduta1998]

Sir nice explanation and I have got confidence sir

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@狼黒カシェニグア]

can I ask you a question about using fake skin and breaking or i don't know wearing down the needles? because I'm a begginer and I've got this problem and I don't know if I'm doing something wrong or it is quite normal....

[@ginag3872]

You are THE BEST!!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@giftsfromjoy6706]

Can i know wich one is better for practicing tattoos ...coil machine or tattoo pen

[@joaritavanniekerk1045]

Hi ok can i michem too keep stencil not too wape off coz what im using is not working while tattooing if i wipe after 3rd tim my stencil. Is gone then im stress no stencil ive gotta go with my picture and mind and not always good

[@maryannmay7105]

This was so helpful thank you

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@MykennaPavich]

Omg THANK YOU !!!!!! 💜

[@nickbrear1163]

Great video Jono. Thanks

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching! Much appreciated!

[@tafzita2143]

Congrats mate! Such a helpful video! May I ask what was the final spray at the end of the tattoo? Thanks anyways!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

The spray is just regular isopropyl alcohol. Thanks for watching!

[@tafzita2143]

@@JonoSmithTattoo Oh great thank you so much. Keep up the great work! Cheers!

[@admiral9122]

Very helpful tutorial master thank you 🙏

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@amymasters7332]

This was so god damn handy. THANKYOU.

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@Chad-l4d]

Not running the machine in the ink cup. Thank you, C-Dub from Pittsburgh

[@sugarwaters]

I think this video helped me identify a problem I was having. I don't ride the tube, but i still get pooling ink. I think it's because I load too much ink in my cartridge.

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

I’m glad it’s helped you out. Thanks for watching!

[@brandigolden7878]

What is the best way to perfect the shading I am having the hardest time figuring out if I run the tube or do I need to fix my power ratio to the speed of my hand or slow down and turn up the power I just cannot get the shading down if there's anything that you can recommend to help me let me know please and thank you

[@agsprodz]

One problem I seem to have quite commonly now is I get splatter going backwards as I put the needle into the practice skin to start a line. I've got a slight bend in the needle and a rubber band on, what could be causing this?

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Is the needle defiantly the right size for the tip you’re using?

[@agsprodz]

@@JonoSmithTattoo Its the smallest round liner I have. Maybe I should see if I can buy smaller ones than I have

[@Belugabs]

Thank you so much!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@justinfolster2278]

Nice I had some of those issues now I no how to fix them...

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@xSMOKExEMxALLx]

Thanks for great tips, nice Minion!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thank you! Thanks for watching!

[@thedarkroomstudioworks6439]

You da man!!! Great video!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

Thanks for watching!

[@moneofficial8282]

Thank you for tips sir 😊🙏

[@MrProfit420]

Hey brother. Appreciate the videos! I was wondering what carts you used for the minion. Also, I’m kind of a Tater Tot, I was wondering what kind of cartridge you would use to do fine hair or feathers or like feathery sort of peach fuzz of a baby chick.

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

I used EnvyGen2 carts. The sizes for this were just a 10-09-RL and 10-11-CM. For anything really fine like you mention I always use a mag and angle it sideways to get a really fine edge for the delicate lines and shade over the top of them with the same mag to get the ‘fuzzy’ look. Thanks for watching!

[@MrProfit420]

@@JonoSmithTattoo No Thank You for making these videos brother. It’s so hard finding a person that will do an apprenticeship, let alone do it cheaper than 5-10 Grand and even knows the proper way to teach. I’ve learned a lot from you. So Thank you man.

[@billybellevue4009]

What do you clean the practice skin off with to clean off excess ink

[@helenhamer9700]

Hello, just wondered if there’s a particular brand of cartridge you prefer? I’ve used envy gen 2 but they’re pricey so I tried a Chinese brand one and experienced a lot of ink splatter! Do you think brands play a role in this problem? Thanks for the super content as always!

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

As with most things in tattooing, you really do get what you pay for (that’s what I find anyway). I’m completely sold on EnvyGen2 just because they’re consistent and give great results. You are right though they do cost more than your average cartridge but they’re worth it for me personally. You could try a cheaper make but still decent quality like Pinup.

[@helenhamer9700]

@@JonoSmithTattoo thanks for your time, will definitely look into them!

[@amberlopez5595]

what type of practice skin are you using???

[@JonoSmithTattoo]

I think this particular one was Reelskin.