Tattoo Apprentice Portfolio Tour & Tips for Building an Apprenticeship Portfolio

[@hellflameflowers3930]

I want to say your art is so good!! I’m 17, and I want to be a tattoo artist. I know I have a long way to go, both with my art and with learning. But I’m filling sketchbooks and getting better. I’m determined to get an apprenticeship and I want to be not only a good artist, but also a person who can get better at it and never stop improving

[@KaylieMorbid]

That is a fantastic attitude to have 👏🏻 It is a really tough industry, but also really great and rewarding. Don’t settle for people treating you like shit because it’s “just how things are,” never stop learning and improving!

[@hankbee2073]

This portfolio is so well put together! And the drawings are so clean. You can tell all of the work you put into it. Amazing work.

[@challismooney4211]

Girl you gave me some serious inspiration! Working on my tattoo portfolio now and I’ve watched this video like 4 times cos of how much I love your style!!

[@KaylieMorbid]

Aww, thank you so much! 🖤 You can do it!

[@leighroberts6115]

Sameeee

[@Janehaver]

Thanks girl, I appreciate the advice on adding your best work that isn't necessarily "tattoo-y. " I'm passionate about comic art and realism, portraits, thst kind of stuff but got a bit distracted by drawing traditional tattoo stuff. Really helped with planning my portfolio!

[@jaguargirl999]

Your sketches are so clean, and well put together! I hope my portfolio will look like that when I’m done with mine. 😦

[@KaylieMorbid]

You’ll do fine! Just focus on making your art look how you’d like your tattoos to look 🖤

[@JediBayley]

Omg I love your work. I cant wait to see where you go. I would love to be tattooed by you!!!!!! The witchy stuff is to die for.

[@devin121]

Nah that wizard flash sheet was one of my favorite drawing of yours i love shit like that

[@taraelise1805]

Your portfolio is stunning! I’ve been working on mine for around 2 years now and still have a way to go but this video is incredibly helpful!

[@iplaywithdeath7645]

first portfolio ive seen on youtube that looks unique and personal

[@celinacelina262]

Thank you for sharing Kaylie!! It's always so nice to meet the 'sweeties' of the tattoo world

[@colourmequaint9690]

Lovely work, especially the chubby mermaids. Thank you for the inspiration 😍

[@jmzcolton]

Your sweater is dope as fuck. I'm really happy you're working your way through this path, it's perfect for you. Miss you!

[@KaylieMorbid]

Thanks, James! That means a lot to me. I miss you too 🖤

[@Halftonetiger]

You’re probably a professional by now but your art is so cute!!!!! I freaking love it

[@saadelmahi7513]

You're very kind. I loved your work. I can tell you're going to be a stunning tattoo artist

[@asiaferrua4483]

I absolutely love your style!!! What an inspiration😍

[@Alexapple198]

I love the 90s page 😍 this whole thing is amazing

[@jenessalambertart7256]

I've been struggling with my portfolio this is super helpful!!!

[@Desiree_Draws]

This is the best video I’ve seen on this! Thank you so much! So inspirational! I have a year before I’m starting to apply for apprenticeships!

[@reddays6287]

Hey its been a minute but would you consider making another video about this subject? maybe a "how things are going" or "what i expected vs. what it was" type video? Ive been heavily debating seriously searching for an apprenticeship and videos like this keep the good vibes flowing while I wait for my chance lol.

[@natabeanthecriptidp4856]

Your art is fire girl!! Keep up the amazing work!!!!! ♡♡♡

[@scribble5105]

Clicked on the video as soon as i got the notification!!! Cant wait to watch it!!

[@jaynime]

Your art is so inspiring I love your beetlejuice page!! I’m currently working on my portfolio now and practicing on improving my ink work cause I’m not great with using inks at the moment. Graphite and color I can do, ink will take me time to master.

[@ninavidrio7801]

You're really talented! Seriously awesome stuff man keep it up

[@6inTruder]

You know I love your work! Someday I hope I can get a Kaylie original tattoo.

[@TheSkylarKings]

i loved this!! i’ve never seen chubby mermaids & i absolutely adore them! such a cute idea!

[@BlissOracle]

These are so freaking cute for real.

[@claja_]

Your drawings are so cute. Love the Stevie flash 💖

[@kassidygilchrist6863]

I love your style and your drawings are amazing!!

[@AB-zm4mj]

I love the 90s page !

[@reevawebb229]

You and your art are awesome. I hope to see you become a great tattoo artist.

[@chescie_]

I love your work 🥺🥺🥺🥺 hopefully I can build something as solid as this.

[@myherolimps3813]

Your work is amazing! I want to start working on my portfolio but I've only ever been a traditional, black and white artist. I've never really tired doing color yet but would you suggest doing mostly color designs for a portfolio? Or is black and white ok too?

[@KaylieMorbid]

I’d say whatever you want to tattoo, include work that reflects it. I think it’s always a good idea to have variety to show what you’re capable of, but for example, I don’t plan on focusing on realism, so I didn’t try to put any in my portfolio.

[@Desiree_Draws]

Could you do a draw with me video for a flash sheet?

[@KaylieMorbid]

That’s a great idea! Thank you!

[@MyLittleMiracle89]

The moment you said Spoopy I was convinced. I need to sub.

[@Mythifiedmatter]

This was so helpful and inspiring. . . Love it. . . Thank you !!!!

[@kyleesevic7546]

chrysanthemum and peonie flowers!! i really like your artwork ❤️

[@SamprazDoodles]

Cute artwork.

[@mysweetphantom]

i love this kinda video and as always i love your art

[@KaylieMorbid]

Thanks, Jessi!!!

[@jp93207]

Girl you are looking so good!

[@ryanpolesko6283]

LOVE YOUR ART!

[@sydsayyah9174]

So fucking sick, I love your art.

[@flaviatorresmonteiro3774]

You're a sweetheart :) thanks for this video!

[@Fortheemperor382]

Are you using pens rather than pencils for a lot of these?

[@noone-hw1ts]

im 16 and im really interested in getting into the industry. starting to make portfolios and really trying to get my style down.

[@tcbailw1]

How many pieces should I include in my portfolio. I have a lot of books full. I dont want to overwhelm them and ruin my chances that way.

[@AB-zm4mj]

I wanted to start on my portfolio but realize I have to go wayyyyyy back to practice

[@KylaWildchild]

I love your whole portfolio

[@kristencalabretta5781]

So much cute artwork!

[@Danuta84]

wonderful work! :D

[@damemagi6105]

Very nice,I love it 😻

[@maggie6601]

Wow! You are really talented!

[@carlosboidanidis8825]

i got a question, would you just put the original drawings into a portfolio or does it also work with copies of drawings? my best ones are in sketchbooks that i would rather not cut out

[@ashleyperea718]

Ok your like amazing!!!

[@aleydabenton554]

LOved this video thankyouu

[@nemesi2.0]

Yore Very talented😍

[@mikehardy6248]

Hi I liked your video and art never say diet was really bitchen . It's OK to say you did something long ago but don't say itsnot the best work some of the stuff you made excuses for I likedthe best . I used to tattoo years ago and im getting back into it that's how I stumbled onto your channel keep doing what you're doing

[@SeanDevine]

I LOVE that 90s flash! Would you mind if I got something from it?

[@dominickrodriguez4569]

Awesome

[@mmmm-ti3gu]

Did you draw all these on paper or did u use a tablet???

[@The_art_of_mayham]

Do they all have to be hand drawn stuff or can some be digital???

[@yahned]

hey! I know this video was posted a couple months ago, but im looking to put all of my traditional designs into a portfolio similar to this one, specifically the “book” itself, I want a “binder” with sleeves but no rings, any idea where you picked yours up? or anybody that can help

[@KaylieMorbid]

I got mine at Michael’s, but I imagine any art supply store would have them. Also check out Utrecht.com

[@jordane3922]

Thank you !!

[@mirandacordova6134]

What type of marker.?

[@gordonramsay4307]

Can you have a digital art portfolio? Or tattoo artists prefer to see traditional art? Or can you do both?

[@KaylieMorbid]

I think it really depends on the artist/studio...Most artists I’ve met use ProCreate and iPads, but some old school artists consider it “cheating.” I think it’s okay to have some digital pieces to flesh out your portfolio, but it’s still probably safest to have the bulk of your portfolio be traditional to show off your drawing and coloring skills, since ultimately tattoo itself is a “traditional” art.

[@gordonramsay4307]

Kaylie Morbid thank you that’s really helpful!

[@j.boy2k]

When u draw do u look at a photo while drawing or do u just free hand it?

[@juliannasanseverino419]

Do you use coloured pencils for those?

[@melanie2045]

Did you put in the original work or are these copies

[@Luna-sc2xg]

What kind of markers are you using?

[@KaylieMorbid]

Copics and Prismacolors

[@Luna-sc2xg]

Ps amazing art!

[@maximusprimetv2912]

Dude I’m pretty sure I have the exact same portfolio 😂

[@grizzlytank8946]

Take a shot every time she says flashy 🥴🥴😂😂

[@KaylieMorbid]

😂😂😂

[@Teekls]

Thank you! Im going to work on becoming an apprentice and i didn’t know where to start with my portfolio. I got a tattoo machine about a month ago and i have a long way to go! I do have a while to sort it out though, as im only 13 :]

[@colourmequaint9690]

Also, you are such a sweet person 😍

[@pizzamassacre]

you are very talented 😍

[@MissMortis]

Omg i want a tattoo from you, i love your flash