✅SO YOU WANT TO TATTOO PORTRAITS ❓😲❓ Here is my Process of learning to tattoo Portraits.

[@ellieclarke7910]

Honestly the best advice I’ve heard! I’m just getting into the world of portraits from doing traditional tattoos mainly! I always get confused on how to map out my stencil, I always think do I stencil the highlights, dark tones or both. I think I’m over thinking it, but this video has helped so much!

[@ArtSomething]

I deff understand what your talking about as when I started making detailed stencils I also was unsure if I wanted to detail the darks the lights or both. Now I just realized that I need to detail or stencil the parts of piece that will help me render it in the end. Its just a road map and everyone may have a slightly different one. Glad the video helped you Ellie and I wish you the best as you start to get into Portraits!! You got this and Keep Rocking!!🤘

[@thekaynaomi]

printing it out first was the best tip i’ve ever learned! i always draw portraits but never tattooed on this just changed everything for me

[@xmikemooreii]

I put my fake skin (reel skin) on an arm rest to help feel the vibration and to feel more real. Plus it helps the back out. Thanks for all your videos. Self taught tattoo guy here too. It's been fun

[@ArtSomething]

Thats a great way to help make things a bit more realistic. Im glad you enjoy the channel and I appreciate the support my friend!!🤘🙏

[@KR13G3]

Great! You just tell the same experience i have made. Sometimes its really funny when u finished just 1/3 and think ''wow that will take so long'', and suddenly realise u just finished. Im thankful for the tip to practise on paper first!

[@ArtSomething]

Yeah the longest part is deff the beginning bit cause after that it seems things start to roll pretty well and about the time you have had enough its done. Glad you enjoyed the video C and thank you for the support my friend!! 🤘🙏🤘🙏

[@troytrick3325]

I really like your broken line method of giving yourself boundries for your shade

[@Str8kustomz]

I want to learn how to understand the lines and dots on a stencil. You did a amazing job

[@jasonhartshorn3845]

That was s great video to see how you do it realism is something I struggle with good work your Aussie fan

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you Jason much appreciated my Aussie Friend!! 🤘🤘🙏🤘

[@nateheist3313]

Would absolutely love more videos like this with more detail... Your a life saver bro frfr , I've learned more from your videos than anyone else's. Thanks for all that you do , your truly a Blessing ...

[@craigo472]

That’s solid dude, I like how you showed the process of printing the exact same stencil you used for the fake skin on the paper to do the practise first, great work. The hair always looks so annoying to do, well and truly not looking forward to doing it when I get around to it lol.. looking forward to more 🤙🏼🤓👍🏼 🇦🇺

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you Craig really appreciate that man! 🙏 And yeah printing the stencil on paper first and practicing it makes a huge difference in the final result as you really get to know the stencil before applying it to fake skin or skin. Oh and the hair is such a pain in the butt!! Thanks again Graig!! 🤘🙏🤘

[@Runitup84]

These are dope and your explanations are simple and make sense. Your a good teacher

[@ArtSomething]

Well thank you so much Run Im glad your enjoyed it and again thank you for the kind words!! GOd bless!! 🤘🙏🤘🙏

[@victoraguilar1995]

I feel like I have learned so much with your videos. And i have not layed hands on a tattoo machine yet. I have been wanting to tattoo for the longest and I'm glad I found your videos. Stay tuned for my work lol

[@aarondarby7168]

awesome artwork you have a talent my friend

[@detonationpyrotechnics4156]

This is perfect thank you. Exactly what I needed to see and understand how the process works. Thanks for sharing your mistakes because it helps everyone grow and you’re better for it. Keep up the good work buddy

[@chefkenburnem211]

Yea i can relate with you on not leaving some things alone and thats where that saying sometimes less is more comes to mind. But i liked it bro! Def. A thumbs up

[@ArtSomething]

So true Chef, sometimes less is more and knowing when to stop can be hard thing to do. Thanks again Chef I really appreciate the support! 🤘🙏🤘🙏

[@rng_jr1015]

Happy holidays to you, always a pleasure to see you upload a video

[@ArtSomething]

RELLICK!!! Happy holidays to you to brother!! God Bless you and Keep Being AWESOME!!! 🤘🙏🤘🙏🤘🙏🤘🙏

[@rng_jr1015]

@@ArtSomething it's ReLLiK lol 😂😂😂

[@swervv2957]

Thanks bro, appreciate the tips. I just did a portrait on fake skin myself and you helped me out on realizing a few things after the fact. I follow all your work

[@ArtSomething]

No problem Jay I’m glad the video could help you out. And I thank you for all the support my friend! 🤘🙏👍

[@swervv2957]

@@ArtSomething yes your videos have helped me alot. I am very serious in tattooing and have invested a ton of time into it in the past 3 months. I sent you a lot of my drawings on fake skin and the first tatts I did. Hoping to get your critique and opinion soon! Thanks again for the help 💯

[@kamanilarmouth8626]

you on point with this video…i was just looking for a portrait video and i see dis!!! thank youu!!!

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you SO much Kamani!! Im glad you enjoyed it and I hope it helped.🤘🙏

[@jsamuelson041]

Well done brother. Another great video.

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you Samuel really do appreciate that my friend !🤘🙏

[@EddieAlcantar]

why am I barely seeing this!!! I love this process and makes sense how shading it on paper would help on skin

[@ArtSomething]

Im happy to hear this was able to help you out Eduardo! And thank you for the support! 🤘🙏

[@EddieAlcantar]

@@ArtSomething question bro, did you pull down your pixma tat2skin stencil printer review video? I was trying to rewatch it and couldn’t find it

[@dustinlawrence3106]

Just started looking into this last night. Perfect timing, Cheers.

[@ArtSomething]

Thats Awesome to hear im very happy the video came out when it did. Keep working hard and Keep Rocking Dustin!!🤘

[@AlChafeMYBACKSTEP]

Came out amazing, great job, love how you go through all the steps so we know what to do👍

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you so much Al really do appreciate that brother and im glad you liked the process!! 🤘🙏

[@CHAOS3RDEYE]

Good stuff. More of these please!

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you so much Chaos I will certainly try to get another one of these put together in the future as I need to continue to practice and get more comfortable before I try putting a portrait on the skin. Thanks again Chaos appreciate the support!🤘🙏

[@akshayab5434]

Man you are literally a legend

[@artwithme2x587]

Great job bud and again Great information 👍 iv started learning tattooing and with help from Great people like yourself it's really coming together

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you so much Art!! Glad to hear its really coming together and happy to hear the channel could help you out. Keep working hard and thank you for the support! 🤘🙏

[@graffics7665]

That bleach trick is amazing! I have the cheaper 3mm thick fake skin that I couldn't get the stencil off so I thought they were a lost cause. Once I recieved my Reelskin in the mail & saw the bleach remedy on the instructions, I soaked all the fake skins I tattooed that the stencil was still visible & the ones I changed my mind & couldn't get the stencil off- 24 hours & the stencil just goes away!

[@ArtSomething]

Yeah man it is a life saver cause we always want that stencil to stick solid but when its done we also need it to go away lol. Thanks for the support Graffics and glad to hear your skins are now stencil free! 🤘🙏

[@graffics7665]

@@ArtSomething your portrait is amazing btw!

[@ArtSomething]

@@graffics7665 Thank you my Friend really appreciate that!!🙏🙏

[@modeyquintana8168]

Awesome video

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you so Much!! 🤘🙏🤘🙏

[@candisecallister6167]

Amazing!

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you so much Candise I really appreciate it!! 🤘🙏🤘🙏

[@lukedorrington7455]

Nice to see your process dave, I have practiced portraits on paper but not had a go on reelskin yet might try it soon just to see if I can

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you Luke much appreciated brother!! 🙏 And yeah fake skin doesnt cry if you mess up so id say give it a go when you get a chance. Thanks gain Luke, God Bless brother!🤘🙏🤘🙏

[@TenPercentTrading]

Great video thanks for all the commentary.

[@SouthernStreetTV]

Pretty cool video

[@ArtSomething]

Thanks James I’m glad you enjoyed it🤘 Appreciate the support🙏

[@graffics7665]

My friend wants me to tattoo a black & grey portrait of his English bulldog on him- I've been practicing for about a year and a half & I've tattooed his pup on reelskin a few times but because the ink doesn't heal on reelskin, it comes out too dark even using one drop so I'm nervous to tattoo him. It'll be my first tattoo on someone so I think I should just go for it & trust the greywash system. I'm glad you mentioned it in the video how even the one drop is too dark on fake skin. I think I'm going to tattoo the shades on my leg so I know exactly how they'll look healed. A living reference chart! Until I am dead of course. Then I won't be able to use it anymore. Well, maybe.

[@ArtSomething]

I think its awesome that you already practiced it a few times on fake skin. I wish you the best of luck brother! If you feel confident then go for it man I know you will come out of it learning a LOT. And as I know its great to have a healed reference of what your washes will look like. I hope you kill it bro! 🤘

[@TheRenegade2424]

I taped mine down to the armrest💯 Very informative video thank you very much

[@Sakalakalavallavan1]

Great work brother

[@bugztwoviolentinc.1650]

Tango Yankee Overlord . Great execution.

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you so much !! Really glad you enjoyed it!! 🤘🙏🤘🙏

[@kreaturs_kave]

Great video. Thank you

[@ArtSomething]

No problem Faceted!! And thank you for the support!🤘🙏

[@davidfletcher2752]

When doing a Penny Wise tattoo, what are the base colors used under the white?

[@shanebowles4854]

Nice dude

[@ArtSomething]

Thanks Shane really appreciate that man! 🤘🙏

[@tattoosbyrodo]

That's probably something I will never attempt to do. The skill that it takes to do a portrait is way above my skill lvl lol. I can draw one but not sure I could ever tattoo one.

[@ArtSomething]

Two years ago I said those EXACT words. You just never know what will/can happen when you keep pushing or when people keep pushing you to strive for more. Keep working hard and keep rocking my friend and I appreciate you watching and supporting the channel!!🤘🙏

[@aprillouttit4511]

Hey can you do a video of different positions for clients and artists to be more comfortable? While tattooing

[@akshayab5434]

I respect u bro

[@pitterparker4939]

What type of bleach you have used here?

[@JmeDnB]

What app did you use to draw the stencil up? A video on how you did the stencil would be great as i cant find anything out there to explain that process

[@peterbagley1951]

Bloody hell I thought u were better than that dog😱 haha No no that was wicked bro really nice work thanks for showing us , peace!!!!!

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you SO much Peter I really really do appreciate the support. I have a ways to go and look forward to more practicing to come. Glad you enjoyed the video and Peace to you too Brother!!🤘🙏🤘🙏

[@davidfletcher2752]

On this Clooney portrait what size and type of needle did you use?

[@ArtSomething]

I put the list of all the needles I used in the video within the first min of the video.

[@davidfletcher2752]

@@ArtSomething I just want to thank you for your time and effort to teaching people like me, you do an awesome job and work; I love tattooing. I hope to be as good one day. Thank you for your insight.

[@xSMOKExEMxALLx]

Attempting something like this, is too much stress for me but I still sucked up all that knowledge & learned something new! Great job & easy explanations, as always! 👌

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you Smoke I really do appreciate that! And I feel you there as I told myself I would NEVER try tattooing portraits but Andy B kept pushing me to do so and well im working towards it. Fingers crossed actual skin goes well. Thanks again SMOKE God Bless and Keep Rocking Brother!! 🤘🙏

[@hannahkleinpeter5926]

That looks so awesome! Have you done any galaxy work?

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you Hannah much appreciated and I have done a little Galaxy work but not enough to feel like I have anything to really offer on it unfortunately.

[@Elindio_23]

That look f******g dope! I can’t do portraits to save my life bro, your good! ~El Indio~

[@ArtSomething]

THANK YOU SO MUCH ERIC!! 🤘🙏 I really appreciate the kind words. And you can do this as well just put the time and practice in. Maybe work it out on paper first then transfer to fake skin and so on. Keep working at it as these things can really take time. THanks again Eric and God BLess!!🤘🙏

[@Elindio_23]

@@ArtSomething freeking awsome dude cowabunga! (Cowboy voice) You know I watch a lot of fellers in these here neck of da woods(you tube) and only 2 have ever responded! You and BigStackD the melter with the clown mask, anyways brother you are really good and trust me I’m trying and my wife and my best friend of 20 years have been my canvas and awsome help(besides all the dumbasses in prison but who’s keeping count) 😝 keep it real homies! And I’ll keep trying not to f**k up so bad, jk, I’m taking your advice and fixing myself up, thank you for all the great content brother and knock ‘em dead, ~El Indio~

[@charlessims9160]

Man thats so clean!! Thanks for all your help. So the wands come with a rca cord but no foot pedal or power source? Thanks..

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you Charles I appreciate that! And yes the Wand comes with an RCA cable not foot pedal. You will need a power supply and footpedal or a wireless powersupply with no foot pedal.

[@charlessims9160]

@@ArtSomething Thanks my guy!! Appreciate that!!✌ I was gonna pull the trigger yesterday on the packer. I went to check on the power source supplies then went back to get the packer and they sold out that fast😭

[@davidfletcher2752]

Yes I want to do portraits, how do you do the hair and make it look real?

[@ArtSomething]

Great question as the hair is the most painful part of the process lol. I will try to do a video about tattooing hair the more I get into it. Best simple advice is slow down take your time. Thanks David appreciate the support! 🤘🙏

[@Richiebones]

Hey brother how did you get the inkjet stencils on to the fake skin . I having a help of a time doing it . The thermal printer 1s I have no problem. But the inkjet ones I print out I can't get them on the fake skin and I spent a shit ton of money for the printer and ink and it's being wasted cause I can't use .

[@snisnor]

How do you get the stencil to stick on reel skin? I´m using Stencil Stuff but it rubs of to easy even though I let i sit for about 2-3 days. Tips would be appreciated

[@carlitokaya1292]

whipe the stencil stuff off the skin withe a paper towel til is almost gone whipe not to hard .and than put the stencil on and let it dry for 15 to 30 min and go!

[@kevinmonitor985]

which needles used for portrait tattoo....? Name....?

[@ArtSomething]

I listed them all within the first 30 seconds of the video. 👍

[@lers9932]

Interested if you tried using the tat2skin printer to print the photo straight to a stencil?

[@donaldkeller5397]

What voltage were you running? More detail means lower voltage for slower hand speed... Correct?

[@ArtSomething]

I think I was around 8 volts for this tattoo. And more detail doesnt exactly mean slower hand speed and les voltage. It means each mark you make matters even more then usual so take your time and make sure each mark is the best you can do and is in the correct spot. Sometimes we can get in a rush or at least I know I can as I really want to get to the end cause I want to see the finished piece but in most cases like this its best to just take your time and let it work itself out. Sorry for the long answer but I hope this helps you out. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel Donald its much appreciated! 🤘🙏

[@brittanymahoney890]

Love how this came out you have helped me with alot of information on tattooing also what it's the (reel skin) on Amazon called I'm trying to find it

[@Geenko]

This video is a lot of help. What size are your ink cups…wanting to follow your guide on wash. I’m trying to smooth out and find my bearings on my grey wash..still struggling

[@kjen124]

What program did you use to turn portrait into the stencil?

[@flatbedtruckertmc]

He's using procreate on the iPad

[@ArtSomething]

Brian is correct I used Procreate on the IPad. Its a great tool to have and deff worth the investment in the long run.

[@graffics7665]

Dave, have you used that tattoo armrest that you have listed below on the Amazon list? I was thinking of getting it because I'm about to do my first tattoo soon. Just wanted to know how sturdy is. Thanks!

[@ArtSomething]

Yeah man thats the one I use. I just went and double checked it to confirm it. I like the arm rest it works for me and is pretty sturdy as well. Best of luck to you brother as you get ready to do your first tattoo. 🤘🤘

[@graffics7665]

@@ArtSomething Thank you brother! It looks sturdy. I'll buy it through your link too if it helps you out.

[@YamiMoves]

Yes so crazy I love you man this video couldn’t have come at a better time I got my wand Shader from Harry Potter ready to shoot sum magic up into some fake skin ❤️❤️❤️

[@ArtSomething]

That is AWESOME man CONGRATS!! That wand is awesome and I think youll really enjoy it! 🤘🙏

[@eddieboii1911]

Any tattoo machine recommendations for a beginner?

[@ArtSomething]

Check the channel out as I have several tattoo machine vids that I think you may really like that may help you make the right decision for you and your budget. Also I have links in the description on my vids if you want to check out a few different machines.

[@dexsonfuentes2729]

idol thanks

[@ArtSomething]

Your very welcome Dexson and thank you for the support!!🤘🙏

[@JiggyJ22]

Hey man what is the name of that app you were using to make that stencil???

[@anonymousbabygirl]

what did you use to print the stencil? thermal or inkjet?

[@capsoulthetitan8018]

What’s the app you use for the stencil

[@ArtSomething]

I use ProCreate its the best for designing tattoos and for making stencils.

[@Newb118]

I wish u explained what all the lines mean? Dotted lines shading? Dark lines shading or lines? Which shades to use at what parts?

[@DarthRaider501]

Nice work I use these fake skins all the time, however I can never get that damn carbon off is bleach the only method to remove it, and doesnt the bleach dry and fade the ink out? Thanks

[@lilxan7484]

Please teach me this grey how much mix

[@M3lgr33n]

What stencil program is this ?

[@johnpeters7128]

Hey bro! Is there a certain method behind adding white highlights? Do you do it over black or not? That’s one thing I’m struggling a bit to understand

[@dominikk3015]

Do you soak faks skin in water or some solution? Greetings from Poland 🤘🏻

[@ArtSomething]

No I dont soak them in anything. I use some Isopropyl alcohol to clean the skins first then let dry and apply the stencil. Once im done with the tattoo I then soak the skin in Bleach over night to get the stencil to go away. Thank you for the support from Poland Dominik!!🤘🙏🤘

[@bostjanloncaric]

How does it me off that you can't use white Ink on fake skin. If anyone knows, please let me know.Dave amazing portrait👌

[@NESS_MHM]

Bonjour débutant dans le monde du tatouage je souhaite me perfectionner dans les portraits avez vous des conseils svp ? Avez vous des stencil de portrait pour entraînement ? Merci beaucoup

[@javierlopeztattoo2635]

i get a mess when i try to tattoo the fake skin, the stencil move and i can not see anything

[@AndresGarcia-rf2ri]

Hola podrías subir este vídeo en español o colocar subtítulos en español ?gracias

[@sandracasszubara3379]

Thanks for making this video Please I have two questions 1. Can you use ink raw without diluting with distilled water ? 2. What’s the name of the app you using for the portrait ? Please kindly reply 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 and can you be my tattoo coach?

[@jdavis6646]

With pencil im badass with portraits, ink is way different

[@ArtSomething]

Be patient as you get better tattooing and more comfortable with your needles and what not you will be able to take the skills you have on paper and translate them to skin with needles but this process can take some time so dont rush just keep working hard and keep your head up!! God Bless you brother and Keep Rocking!!🤘🙏🤘🙏

[@DanWilson420]

It's all about building values, not like a one pass kinda jam. Takes mad time and a keen eye, organic give and really knowing your machine and ink.

[@abrammartintattoos]

Good try. Portraits a'int easy

[@ArtSomething]

Yeah I look forward to trying another down the road but I had to start somewhere in this portrait journey. Thanks Obeser I do appreciate the support!!🤘🙏

[@abrammartintattoos]

@@ArtSomething No problem my Guy

[@peterrichoya3596]

Very very nice tattoo 👍👍👍 😍👍😍👍😍😍😍😍 Full video tattoos save video salo vedei tattoo sar

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you so much Peter and I hope to do another one in the future and share a longer version of it for those who would like to watch it. Thank you again Peter really do appreciate the kind words and support!!🤘🙏🤘🙏

[@flatbedtruckertmc]

Is it possible to be a "tattoo artist" without being an "artist"? Basically can you be good tattoo artist and not be good at drawing?

[@flatbedtruckertmc]

Awesome job by the way. This question has absolutely nothing to do with your talent.

[@ArtSomething]

I suppose you can. Im not one to discourage people from trying new things or tattooing for that matter as long as they are being safe with it. With that said you will have a MUCH harder time finding your way in tattooing if you dont know how to draw or understand shading and what have you. Because once you learn "how" to tattoo then the art ability has to come through in order to really get anywhere. I would heavily encourage you to start drawing before you spend the time and money on all the equipment. With KZbin you can learn so much as there are MANY videos that will help you learn to draw and shade and what not. DEFF take the time to study and learn that side first cause if your serious about wanting to tattoo then this would be step one. Hope this helps answer your question Brian and thank you for asking the question. 🤘🤘

[@jdavis6646]

Savage

[@ArtSomething]

Thank you so much J!!🤘🙏🤘🙏

[@LostInADizzyDream]

put your fake skin in to the oven to dry the stencil at 90°C for about 20 min ;-)

[@Mrthrope]

Have you tried a stencil app?

[@Richiebones]

Hey brother if you ever not want to wait a day for it to dry you can stick it in the microwave for 3 minutes and you will be ready to go it won't go anywhere I promise.

[@Pe6ek]

It looks nothing like him.

[@murder.junkie4l974]

S

[@JiggyJ22]

Nvrmnd I found in another comment

[@JayMcG-us1ic]

Portrait is off

[@xmikemooreii]

I put my fake skin (reel skin) on an arm rest to help feel the vibration and to feel more real. Plus it helps the back out. Thanks for all your videos. Self taught tattoo guy here too. It's been fun

[@DanWilson420]

Unite! #selftaught