Tattooing 101-Improve Your Line Work

Are you wanting to learn more about tattooing lines?
In this Tattooing 101-Improve Your Line Work video we dive into the depths of pulling lines on a silicone practice skin. The principles and techniques that we will go over in this video will translate well to human skin as well.
In this video we will be tattooing more of a complex mandala design which is perfect for demonstrating the points that I would like to touch base on and elaborate here.
I will share with you configurations I choose to use and why I choose to use the configurations at hand. I go over my thought process as well as why and how I pull lines.
For me personally a HUGE factor I consider upon pulling lines is my setup, and when I say setup I am referring to the furniture aspect of tattooing. My furniture setup is at least for me the upmost importance as it allows me to fine tune my comfortability. The machine I am using in this tattoo session is the CNC-Q2 with my WX-2 wireless power supply. I also used an assortment of needles as well in which I will mention in the video as I use them.
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In this video I am using a silicone fake skin. If you are interested in these specific practice skins I will go ahead and link you to the product page here Silicone Practice Skins: amzn.to/39DIug1
I will list the timestamps below for you so you can easily navigate to a section you want to watch or re-watch.
Intro 0:00
My Approach On Lining 3:30
Tapering Lines 1:24:55
9 RS Time Lapse 1:27:30
Reveal 1:42:50
Outro 1:45:00
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[@DanielYuck]

Are you wanting to develop your lining abilities? With The Tattoo Journal Workbook Series you can practice your fundamentals anytime and anyplace. Setting up is as easy as opening the workbook. The Tattoo Journal V1 Basic Lining Exercises amzn.to/3P1pawO The Tattoo Journal V2 Advanced Lining Exercises amzn.to/47VYmGN Should you have any questions please feel free to drop a comment and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction.

[@randysnewbiebluesrockguita7782]

I know what you are talking about when you really get into doing a piece of art. The whole world fades away and it's just me and the machine. It's very calming and good for the soul. Plus the feeling you get when you see the smile on the persons face when they first see the finished piece. Nothing like it it's like X-mas every time.

[@candelario7771]

Hey I can't thank you enough brother. I started about 3 weeks ago and I was having trouble with linework too but your videos have been helping me a lot. Now I understand everything better.

[@DanielYuck]

I appreciate your support and feedback bro! It means a lot to me🤝 I’m glad I was able to help you upon your journey. Should you ever have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out to me and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction.

[@LucidFrameProduction]

RJ- I'm also just learning, and between Daniel and Jono Smith, I'm on my way to learning things the right way and the safe way. These guys are so awesome for taking the time to do these videos! What I also love about the both of them is that they also take the time to answer questions and to reply to comments. That's an awesome trait for good teachers to have. Hey Daniel- have you seen Jono's videos? I'm pretty sure he's out of Scotland. He's a good dude :)

[@DanielYuck]

@@LucidFrameProduction I have heard of and I have also consumed his videos myself. I’ve learned a handful of stuff from Jono. To even be mentioned in the same sentence with Jono is an honor for me haha. I genuinely appreciate your continued support and feedback! Thank you very much my friend 🙏

[@randysnewbiebluesrockguita7782]

I was a tattoo artist back in the 70's and we didn't have almost any of the same precautions they have today and I'm really glad that tattooing has come out into the daylight and is done safe and clean and good. Not like the old way of slapping an acetate stencil on and doing a tattoo in 5 min. I am SO lucky that I never got many tattoo's back then, I didn't start getting heavily tattooed until the 2000's when the shops started cleaning up their act. I'm happy now to be coming back into the tattoo community to do great work that's safe. Your videos have taught me a lot of what I wasn't taught right back then, it's a whole different world now. I'm really grateful for the help you have given me to relearn how to tattoo the right way. I haven't done any yet on anyone, I have all of my equipment ready to go but I am doing a self-apprenticeship for a few months so I can do them again with confidence I would NEVER want to give a bad tattoo. Back in the day it was all fly by the seat of your pants and they even re used needles back then. I'm proud to be able to go back into this knowing i am doing it the right way and not rushing things.

[@westsidedonniepiccard1977]

Thank you for this video I been shooting 20+ years at home and around the country for a while. I'm still learning everyday. This is a art you never stop learning

[@DanielYuck]

The Tattoo Journal By Daniel Yuck amzn.to/43NW3CX You can download the list of gear I use or have used right here danielyuck.com/daniel-yuck-tattoo-gear/ Check out my website for tattoo articles, blogs, tattoo gear, tattoo stencils and more! danielyuck.com/ 🚨BLOWING OUT HUMAN SKIN🚨 Blowing Out Human Skin 🩸 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZS1hHlpnt2od80 Daniel Yuck Amazon Storefront www.amazon.com/shop/danielyuck

[@jamesbaldwin2260]

Dan I have just starting out and have learned more from your style of teaching than from anybody else thank you so much and of coarse I've subscribed for any and all further instruction James.

[@isilcagirici5969]

Real time video is more beneficial than time lapse. With skipping I don't understand what's going on. I feel after learning basics, it's all about decisions. You have to know your limits and you have to decide accordingly. The tattoo artist I am working with teaches me a lesson very valuable to me: "if you don't mean it, don't do it". Seeing real time both the tattoo artist that teaches me how to tattoo and you (another tattoo artist) decide what to do next or how to approach one thing compare to another, teaches me more than I could want. Thank you very much sharing your experience and wisdom. I am really grateful for your videos. And must say you are a great teacher.

[@ladonnahughes-walker786]

Definitely like the long real time. It lets me hear the machine and see the actual speed of your hand.

[@urm0m10v3r]

I've been practicing for maybe a couple months and your videos have been super helpful I still have a loooooot to learn but thank you !

[@kjp2314]

I LOVE THAT MANDALA TATTOO!!! I usually have those but the whipped out lines and dots, I just LOOOOOVE that!!

[@indecutink]

When performing an instructional video, long or short, time-lapsing is never really necessary, as the watcher likely clicked on the video expecting a close to perfect explanation with an example to follow alongside it. Your pace and explanation is spot on mate. Keep up the good work.

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for the kind feedback and support bro! That means a lot to me. Should you have any questions at all don’t hesitate to let me know and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction🤝

[@indecutink]

@@DanielYuck thanks for the reply bro. I will definitely hit you up if anything is needed. I am currently 5 months into tattooing while self-apprenticeshipping myself as where I am, lacks a great amount of pro tattoo artists that are willing to make me an apprentice, but I am doing alright so far. Thank goodness for my 30+ years of experience in art lol appreciate it mate

[@lawrencep4183]

Just watching this made me feel more confident. Thank you!

[@ArtisticEyes1111]

Loved the training and info. Thank you. It is helpful to see the full length of video (real time). Can’t wait to be able to determine what needles I need to be able to do a specific tattoo. Just starting….

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for your support and feedback, I appreciate you. I thought real time would also be more beneficial for those wanting to consume and learn along the way with me. Should you ever have any questions along your way don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction🤝

[@ResoluteRonin]

These are some great informative videos. Comfort is definitely key! As a right handed person I think one should sit to the left of the tattoo when ever possible and always work from the bottom up. Reasoning? Accidently erasing your stencil can be a catastrophic nightmare.

[@zacharydavidtube]

These are very good videos. Professional and concise. Thank you.

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for your feedback and support! I appreciate you. Should you ever have any questions at all don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction.

[@MrHandsomeferny]

My guy, you are a saint! Thanks for the in-depth video!

[@LucidFrameProduction]

After graduating to real human skin, I cringe when I practice in fake things now...haha! Every time I pull a line, I know that if I were to do it the same way in real skin, I'd be really hurting someone. Such a difference! Even the sound of the fake skin sweet spot makes my teeth clench...haha! I know I've thanked you lots over several videos, but man! You help me and so many others to become better tattooers and you kick so much ass for taking the time to do these videos. I love that you tell us what needles you use and why, your voltage...everything- all those details help immensely. So thank you for the gazillionth time. Have an easy one :)

[@rachelmccallum1978]

Love your tips andwork

[@DanielYuck]

I will list the links to the gear that I am using below for you. Should you have any questions drop them below. Daniel Yuck Amazon Storefront www.amazon.com/shop/danielyuck CNC WE Plus Tattoo Machine www.cnctattoo.com/shop/cnc-x-we-plus-wireless-tattoo-pen/?ref=10&campaign=CNCWEPlusDY CNC WE Plus Tattoo Machine Amazon amzn.to/3QpsT77 QUELLE ROUND LINER www.cnctattoo.com/shop/quelle-round-liner-cartridge-needle/?ref=10&campaign=QuelleRoundLiner Quelle Round Liner Amazon amzn.to/3bbiImN Formula 23 Tattooing Ink amzn.to/3MYIRCn Spirit Stencil Paper amzn.to/3b8BNWz CNC-WE Tattoo Machine www.cnctattoo.com/shop/wireless-tattoo-machine-cnc-we/?ref=10&campaign=CNCWETattooMachine CNC-WE Bundle www.cnctattoo.com/shop/tattoo-machine-we-super-wireless-kit/?ref=10&campaign=CNCWEKIT CNC-Q2 Tattoo Machine www.cnctattoo.com/shop/cnc-tattoo-machines-short-tattoo-pen-new-program-faulhaber-q2/?ref=10&campaign=CNCTattooMachinesPenNewProgramFaulhaberQ2 CNC-T4 Tattoo Machine www.cnctattoo.com/shop/cnc-rotary-machine-t4-red-snake/?ref=10&campaign=CNCT4TattooMachine QUELLE MAGNUM NEEDLE www.cnctattoo.com/shop/quelle-magnum-cartridge-needle/?ref=10&campaign=QuelleMagnum QUELLE ROUND LINER www.cnctattoo.com/shop/quelle-round-liner-cartridge-needle/?ref=10&campaign=QuelleRoundLiner QUELLE ROUNDMAG www.cnctattoo.com/shop/quelle-round-magnum-softedge-cartridge-needle/?ref=10&campaign=QuelleRoundMag QUELLE ROUND SHADER www.cnctattoo.com/shop/quelle-round-shader-cartridge-needle/?ref=10&campaign=QuelleRoundShader Quelle Tattoo Cartridges Needles 50Pcs Mixed #12 KIT-E amzn.to/3axbTrH Quelle Tattoo Cartridges Needles 50Pcs Mixed KIT-F amzn.to/36EhKdz WJX 50pcs Tattoo Needles amzn.to/2ZM900X For those who are getting into tattooing investing into fake skin is a must and will allow you to practice and make the mistakes we need to make to get better. I will also list a hand full of links to good high quality fake skin that you can invest into to further your tattooing career. Trueskin Fake Tattoo Skin amzn.to/3uLFkl3 6 Pound Box Of Reelskin reelskin.co.uk/store/3KG-SUPER-Box-of-Reelskin-sheet-off-cuts-p250856798?aff=179 1KG Sheet Cut Offs reelskin.co.uk/store/1kg-of-Reelskin-sheet-off-cuts-p100138162?aff=179 A5 Reelskin Sheet reelskin.co.uk/store/A5-Reelskin-sheet-%C2%A35-99-p100138153?aff=179 A5 Reelskin Darker Tone reelskin.co.uk/store/A5-Reelskin-sheet-Darker-tone-%C2%A35-99-p218230922?aff=179 3 x A5 Reelskin Sheet reelskin.co.uk/store/3-x-A5-Reelskin-sheet-%C2%A315-00-p100149932?aff=179 3 x A5 Reelskin Sheet Darker Tone reelskin.co.uk/store/3-x-A5-Reelskin-sheet-Darker-tone-%C2%A315-00-p218235549?aff=179 A4 Reelskin Sheet reelskin.co.uk/store/A4-Reelskin-sheet-p100138746?aff=179 A4 Reelskin Sheet Darker Tone reelskin.co.uk/store/A4-Reelskin-sheet-Darker-tone-p218264380?aff=179 3x A4 Reelskin Sheet reelskin.co.uk/store/3-x-A4-Reelskin-sheet-p100149933?aff=179 3x A4 Reelskin Sheet Darker Tone reelskin.co.uk/store/3-x-A4-Reelskin-sheet-Darker-tone-p218264403?aff=179 A3 Reelskin Sheet reelskin.co.uk/store/A3-Reelskin-sheet-p100149919?aff=179 A3 Reelskin Sheet Darker Tone reelskin.co.uk/store/A3-Reelskin-sheet-Darker-tone-p218265140?aff=179 3 x A3 Reelskin Sheet reelskin.co.uk/store/3-x-A3-Reelskin-sheet-%C2%A345-00-p100149935?aff=179 3 x A3 Reelskin Sheet Darker Tone reelskin.co.uk/store/3-x-A3-Reelskin-sheet-Darker-tone-p218261688?aff=179 Reelskin Squares reelskin.co.uk/store/Reel-Squares-p114903307?aff=179 Reelskin Squares Darker Tone reelskin.co.uk/store/Reel-Squares-Darker-Tone-p299173029?aff=179 Large Uncut Reelskin Sheet reelskin.co.uk/store/Large-uncut-Reelskin-Sheet-1-2m-x-42cm-%C2%A389-99-p328661304?aff=179 Little Big Value Pack reelskin.co.uk/store/Little-BIG-Value-Pack-p250544205?aff=179 Reelskin Hand reelskin.co.uk/store/Reelskin-Hand-%C2%A349-99-p100138161?aff=179 Reelskin Forearm reelskin.co.uk/store/Forearm-wrist-hand-%C2%A374-99-p100138782?aff=179 Reelskin 2D Arm Double Sided reelskin.co.uk/store/2D-Reelskin-arm-Double-sided-p438054352?aff=179 Reelskin Reelpad reelskin.co.uk/store/Reelpad-16cm-x-21cm-p110548448?aff=179 Spaggy Tattoo reelskin.co.uk/store/Spaggy-Reelskin-tattooable-dog-p121941596?aff=179 Reelskin Tattooable Skull reelskin.co.uk/store/Reelskin-tattooable-skull-%C2%A339-99-p100149920?aff=179 Reelskin PMU Training Face reelskin.co.uk/store/PMU-Training-Face-p115928368?aff=179 Reelskin Scalp reelskin.co.uk/store/Reelscalp-p144226749?aff=179 Reelskin Scalp Replacement Covers reelskin.co.uk/store/Reelscalp-Replacement-Covers-p144196917?aff=179 Reelskin Wholesale 100 A5 Sheets reelskin.co.uk/store/A5-Wholesale-100-Sheets-Special-Offer-not-available-for-discount-codes-%C2%A3249-99-not-inc-tax-p394007301?aff=179 You can download the list of gear I use or have used right here www.mediafire.com/file/uly3foepglaohsc/Daniel_Yuck_Gear_List_1.6.pdf

[@timczifrik7715]

i just subbed after watching this video. Such a great job brother.!!!

[@francinecouturier1031]

I enjoy these videos very much and love the explanations.

[@anthoneysmith1042]

Awsome work keep on teaching. Help me alot

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for the support and feedback! I appreciate you 🤝 Should you ever have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I will do my absolute best to assist you in the best possible direction.

[@tiagogogo3114]

this is so helpful for a beginner like me.. i will try mandala too to improve my linings,

[@penumbrialhexandroga]

I really appreciate the real time videos! I'm new and listen to your stuff while I'm practicing. Being able to see the speed you work at is a huge help! now I just need to invest in some reelskin so I can work on shit that actually has some stretch lol. Thanks for the content man!

[@reverse_ACE09]

Man amazing work, your video was so helpful!

[@user-qf9lc9wz2e]

You did such a fantastic job

[@DarlingIsabel]

Great learning real time with you! Your videos are so helpful for me as a beginner and you speak very clearly! Thank you for your knowledge! 🙏🏼

[@jimclarke2867]

Perfect explanations on your Tattoo work. Real Time is so important to a learner as i am Thankyou just Great..

[@gregingram7393]

Thanks man! Dig the real time video....and explanations

[@jc_99999]

this helped a lot broo! thanks!

[@1EyedJack51]

Great channel buddy !!!!!

[@parker5652]

Nice crispy lines my guy 👌🏼 that's what we like to see!

[@wahidnazari3678]

Hi DANIEL, SO CORRECT LINES, AND NICE DISIGHN.

[@horcho2035]

Everybody here in the comments are beginning... I'm watching these knowing it's gonna be a full 9 months to a year before I even join the local tattoo school lmao. These videos are awesome I watch these while I practice just drawing! Learning all I can before I even touch the machine

[@kerstoncampbell2535]

Thank you! I also don't like filling my tube's reservoir to the brim. I feel it creates a nasty base, and it's hard to allow the client to view the work as it's created. It seems to keep them at ease to follow along with the artwork process. Makes the entire experience easier.

[@DanielYuck]

You’re welcome! Thank you for your feedback and support. Yea I agree! I don’t really like those pools under my needles. It makes it super hard to really be fully confident upon tattooing. I don’t mind going back a bit more for ink fills if it means to have a cleaner smoother process. It comes down to being a bit more patient for me. If I slow things down I can be at ease the entire process which may help me make better choices along my way.

[@sarahross1601]

i think that is beautiful man

[@72jorel]

Awesome!!!!😎👍

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for the support and feedback! I appreciate you. Should you have any questions at all don’t hesitate to let me know and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction🤝

[@edgarsneilands8535]

Awesome video!

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for the support and feedback! I appreciate you. Should you have any questions at all don’t hesitate to let me know and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction🤝

[@lynnfarris3527]

Beautiful

[@mikerigger3266]

Thank you so much for these real time vids, you’ve been so helpful. More real time vids please and keep up the good vibes bro!

[@lukedorrington7455]

Nice to see your approach to lining, I have a very similar mindset when tattooing, it was interesting to see the limitation of the Q2 compared to the q3, I use coils for my tattooing and run 2 machines one for needles up to 9rl and another with thicker springs for thicker needles

[@DanielYuck]

Ayy thank you for your continued support and feedback bro! I appreciate you. I feel the Q2 and Q3 are a very powerful duo haha they are all around great machines. Do you use disposable grips ?

[@lukedorrington7455]

@@DanielYuck I didn't used to until recently. I was using steel grips and autoclaving them but I was concerned about how effective my clave actually was so now I use disposable grips and tubes

[@DanielYuck]

@@lukedorrington7455 ahhh dang what made you question your autoclave? For me I’ll do a ultrasonic chemical bath using cavacide or something to this extent. I am never worried about sterilizing when using chemicals.

[@lukedorrington7455]

@@DanielYuck I'm a worrier 😂 I kept questioning how do I actually know that's clean? And it bugged me so much I just took that question away.

[@DanielYuck]

@@lukedorrington7455 hahaha yea I know what you mean. There is always that lingering “but what if” lol I think as we go over time and get more confident with the process this goes away I feel, unless the worrier in is completely takes over haha

[@jennyhoward6447]

Great vid thx

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for the feedback and support! I appreciate you. Should you have any questions at all don’t hesitate to let me know and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction🤝

[@dennislopez6598]

Why do you use a shader instead of a liner? Just wondering about your choice and preference! Thank you for all your cool videos. Learning a lot

[@stresswon]

Fire lines

[@elliottnunez1057]

No time lapse!! Time lapse videos are useless. THIS is the way to make a Great video!!

[@LucidFrameProduction]

I'd like to get your feedback on technique. I've tried packing black using my wrist, which didn't yield the best results...haha! I heard that packing black from your elbow helps, so I tried it on fake things first, of course, then on a tattoo my husband had me do in his thigh. I designed a lil creepy black-eyed girl peeking out through cracked skin. I had to pack her eyes black- aside from shiny parts and made sure to not move my wrist at all- which was hard to do...haha! I tell you what- it made such a HUGE difference! I made the circles- all motion coming from my elbow and that black is nice and saturated with one pass over every area! His skin never puffed up or got red and angry! We healed his tattoo using Tegaderm and Ink Eeze (Purple Glide- the non petroleum one) He didn't even get a scab or anything! I'm amazed! I did get a few tiny spots of blood, but nothing that's not normal. What are your thoughts on using the elbow instead of the wrist for packing black?

[@DanielYuck]

Hmm that’s a tough one. For me when I approach packing black I use the same hold and motions or similar motions as any other approach, if you will. What I like to do is hang my needles out just enough to where my tube never touches the skin and I work off the tips of my needles with nice steady and easy consistent motions. It’s rather hard to explain upfront, so what I can do is make a video on how I go about packing black, sharing my process. This way you can kind of take what you want and leave what you don’t. I’m also glad to hear the healing went smooth and well! I personally love to use Inkeeze products for the aftercare of the tattoo. I feel you played those cards nice. How did he like the tattoo?

[@watchmen737]

I’m trying to learn to tattoo and your KZbin videos really help me thanks

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for your support! Should you have any questions at all don’t hesitate to reach out to me and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction🤝

[@jamessolway3099]

Just watching on the way you hold the gun is very helpfull i will be trying to put my finger on the tip to help with depth keep up the videos brother very helpfull content 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you so much for your time and support. It means a lot to me. It took me a bit to figure out how I was most comfortable holding my machine and after a while this is kind of where I worked up too. This is what’s most comfortable for me personally. I am glad I was able to help you in a better direction. I also Made a video on how I hold my machine up close I will link you to that video here Holding A Tattoo Machine kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5WvqXh5qtd6ndU Should you have any questions at all don’t hesitate to reach out to me and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction 🤝

[@jamessolway3099]

@@DanielYuck no thank you for your awesome reply i just got alot of the real skin practice skins delivered the other week what are your thoughts ? I watched you review on them i find them not as easier as the harder skins you can get it you get me 🤘

[@bemseller5515]

Ty for this great video! I have a questione that not watched on KZbin: on a big tattoo, how many hours I can use a needle before changing it? I use 07RL. Ty :)

[@Mickymouse56755]

I’m just starting out to understand how to put transfer on pig skin but dose get a lil confusing with what needles to use but I’m still watching and learning the basics

[@tbriggz]

Great video. I just started a few weeks ago and I seem to have issues with the skin soaking in the ink and it's making it difficult to wipe off. Is there a reason? Is it the fake skin I'n using or over saturating and not wiping it off as rfrequesntly?

[@SAPPYKINGING]

Also what do you use to make your stencil stick. Without having to worry about cleaning bits of it off as you tat and wipe

[@frenchmax]

Hey I stumbled upon your video. I am a beginner, could you explain why you use a RS for lining instead of a Liner? Thx in advance

[@kathylinechabot2825]

Do you have a video on needle types ?

[@mrnug4011]

Keep it up

[@DanielYuck]

Thank you for the support and feedback! I appreciate you 🤝

[@nuclearslayer5336]

niiiice!!! is this speed good for real skin? (i mean speed of msking strokes)

[@coralbass6488]

I love your videos. How do you always get your stencils to stay visible throughout your tattoo with all the wipping?

[@rotiv4152]

Right?? I let mine dry for 2 days and it still vanish so damn fast hahaha

[@Petra-R]

Hey daniel, another question: how do you do your designs? On a computer? How can i create nice designs (mandala for example)? If i try to draw them, they aren’t even, or synchron.

[@Blasphenomenon]

I know you can use a round liner or shader for lines, but why specifically do you choose a round shader over a liner in most of these cases?

[@L6FTY]

For the fake skin should the needle be going all the way through and hitting the table? It sounds like it is and I dont believe the material is 2 mm thick

[@westsidedonniepiccard1977]

Watching really watching someone else tattoo helps me out

[@erickdeliracortes827]

How u keep the skin clean?..my skins always smeared and hard to wipe off

[@Petra-R]

Hi Daniel. Can you recommend a good tattoo machine without having to pay a fortune? I got a 80€ thing at home. Yes it works, i learned on it straight solid lines. But for shading it’s not good

[@Sayitaint_So]

I am an old man and i am new at tattooing but plenty of experience in graphic arts. I am interested in getting as good as possible on fake skin as an art form ( and might do the occasional real tattoo . Your vids are a great learning tool for my goal. Does anyone sell large patches of silicone based fake skin ? Had me going with keeping the skin clean but i get it now. Clean often seems to be the ticket... no more goo gone or wd40 ....lol

[@kehoe210]

What skins are best , I got a Chinese kit , I think it's rubber skins dark yellow but not great for retaining ink very dry , have to do few go overs and not great for shading ,

[@shenkabtc8685]

what do you use to wipe away the tattoo from skin while tattooing?

[@angelmartinez-wx1nh]

What kind of practice skin do you use? Mine smears way worse and the stencil comes off when i do get ink off

[@ironPatriots48]

Just wondering, why use different needles for lines that look the same?

[@brunomaciel2813]

Hey Daniel, I've recently started tattling fake skin and the stencil doesn't stick on the silicon as yours do. How do you do it? Because I see yours does not come out when you wipe it. Does it have anything to do with the type of fake skin I'm using? Or maybe the stencil stuff?

[@kokigalvez9509]

Hi Daniel. Thanks so much for your videos, I am learning a lot. I am also practicing on fake skin so I have a question. I am reusing my needles every time I practice, rinse it, clean it ( just because it is fake skin only) but some of the ink always stays in, so every time my needle touches the skin it releases a drop of ink, is this because of reusing the needles? or maybe because my settings are too high (usually running the machine at 9 volts for lining) ?. Btw, also watching you from Japan. Cheers

[@DanielYuck]

First and foremost thank you so much for your support and feedback I appreciate you! 🤝 This is a great question I feel others may have wanted to ask. So depending on how you’re storing your needles in between when you’re not using them. So if you’re storing them in a liquid when not in use, there maybe excess amounts of ink which can come pooling out. Or if the needles are stored in a dry manor there maybe dried ink inside not allowing the smooth flow of ink, there can even be some build up inside the middle of the configuration that can potentially cause issues. It’s hard to say at the moment. How do you store the needles when not in use? I personally don’t see anything wrong with this approach of reusing a needle on a practice skin but there is also somethings we should be mindful of. 1 major thing I would pay attention to is the needle sharpness. When the needles are used they get more dull which can cause adverse effects upon tattooing. The lines will look more rough, the needles won’t penetrate and perform as they should. This is a major key I would just be mindful of.

[@rickysavala4316]

What’s up Daniel , question , so I did a tattoo on myself the other day and my line work looks good and saturated, but when I go to wipe it down with green soap most the ink looks like it disappeared and my lines look like a scratch and very low amount of ink in the skin. But the next day the lines look darker than the day I tattoo it ??? Any suggestions, I’m using 9RL at like 8V. Not to fast and not to slow and using inkjecta x1

[@jasonechevarria6689]

What kinda of practice skin is that? I got some and it’s smears so much, that am I started about 2 weeks ago, and I’m gonna try your holding breath method, my line work isn’t bad but it can be improved

[@TariagocreuPlays]

what is it you are using to wipe excess ink off?

[@perriwinkle7779]

what size needle are you using ?

[@fluke808state4]

I'm pretty confused,so much more to learn than I ever imagined. Also notice so many artists use rotary nowadays. I have never got on with rotary machines... I will keep learning. I'm a long way off from real skin. Also which is the best fake skin to use?

[@DanielYuck]

I feel different machines will suit different hands. If it feels right in your hand who is to tell you as the artist otherwise ? Is how I see it. In terms of the best fake skin this would be 110% subjective and to each their own. I feel the Yuelong skins I use have provided me with the best learning experience for needle depth, the reelskin to practice shading , and frankenskins for color packing and more, you get my drift. So what I am saying is I feel every fake skin will have something different to offer, and not 1 is better over another. Think of fake skins like human skin, we are going to get all types of skin felts over our time tattooing so I personally like to keep the same approach when practicing by using various types of skins I can get my hands on.

[@fluke808state4]

@@DanielYuck OK wow thanks I never thought of it like that. Excellent I will try a few different ones out and pig skin, even my dad's oranges! 😀 I really appreciate your time and your vids. Will watch some more later, very cool

[@DanielYuck]

@@fluke808state4 haha thank you for your feedback and continued support my support my friend! As always should you have any questions at all don’t hesitate to let me know and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction🤝

[@sarahhowarth7221]

Sick vid dude! The one and only problem I have that really bugs me with tattooing is the carbon coming off 😡😡 something that really does me. One little wipe and poof - gone😭 massively frustrating

[@kerstoncampbell2535]

You might appreciate Pirate face stencil paper, and a stencil medium. I appreciate Stencil Stuff, it's affordable and helps the stencil stay almost perfect. I've heard Stencil goo works good, I've just never used it directly.

[@DanielYuck]

I remember when this used to happen to me I used to tell myself “this isn’t even worth it” haha. After a while I started to catch onto a flow that worked for me. I have a couple of questions if I may. What type of skins are you using? How long do you let the stencil dry for?

[@DanielYuck]

@@kerstoncampbell2535 ahh that’s very insightful information! I have never personally used that brand of paper or the stencil goo but it’s something I will look into. I appreciate your response and time. Thank you 🙏

[@SAPPYKINGING]

Thank you for sharing this enlightening video on line works. I have a question , every time I run a line it’s never solid enough, I have to run the same line a few more times before the ink shows on the skin. Am I doing something wrong? Is it me, or my ink or my machine? Please advise

[@ghagzor]

I dont know shit and i can tell you thats hard to diagnose without knowing machine/needle/ink/volt specs

[@vidarobert9909]

Hi, are you using a Stencil printer?

[@kennynyc15153]

Yeeeettt!!!!! Tnks me likey :)~ Subscwibed!!

[@DanielYuck]

Haha you’re welcome! Thank you for your feedback and support! I appreciate you. Should you have any questions at all don’t hesitate to let me know and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction🤝

[@charlessims9160]

Your good at this!! I get so messy with petroleum jelly all on my gloves. Mayb im putting too much. Your station stays dry and not that messy.. im wiping off all over the place lol!!??

[@DanielYuck]

Haha I used to get that way as well. I used to get dirty, and have ink on my face from touching my face when practicing! Lol thank goodness I practiced on fake skin as much as I did because now I know exactly why I don’t do. What type of fake skins are you using?

[@charlessims9160]

@@DanielYuck Im using the Uelong Silicone now. But i was really messy with the rubber ones at first lol.. But still kinda messy with silicone.. All though it's better silicone but im still messy bcuz i hold my machine like you, and I tend to drag my pinky on the platform when bracing. Mayb its too hot in my garage at times for the jelly.. but i see you wipe more often. Thanks for replying and your advise.. Im learning a lot from you!! What u think?

[@DanielYuck]

@@charlessims9160 ahhh heat will make the petroleum a bit more runny and a bit of maybe even a for lack of a better word “liquidish” if you will. Every time I pull a line I always wipe after with Vaseline so I keep my area near and clean. That’s just how I prefer my station upon tattooing. If we ride the tube it will become messy very quickly which is also why I like to hang my needle out a good ways. I am genuinely happy that I was able to help you in one way or another upon my journey. Should you ever have any questions at all don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I will always do my best to assist you in the best possible direction.

[@charlessims9160]

@@DanielYuck Thanks always bro!!

[@chuies1314]

Do u tattoo at that needle depth on thicker skins to? Or just these thinner ones

[@DanielYuck]

That’s a great question! So how I look at this is the ink should always live inside of the dermis, that is where we will input the pigment into. Now what does vary is the dermis and the layers on top of the dermis and below the dermis. This is the part that will vary, everyone has a dermis but 1 person may have a bit more top skin over another. The needle tip should be adjusted as each and every dermis is felt and you find your groove. For me I always begin off of the tip of my needle, work my way and get more comfortable. After about 5-15 mins I’ll be pulling single pass lines the rest of the way. Of course this is in a nutshell as we’d have to consider many variables upon tattooing. I’ve heard numerous artist say they spend the first 10-20 mins getting used to that persons skin and now I understand what that means.

[@riel.r.vincent3745]

Hali brother deniel... all I need is your link to get the best supplies for me tattoo machine..... needless and inks and some thing to nurm De skin

[@DanielYuck]

Hello Riel! Thank you for reaching out! I can drop you a link where you can download a list of all of the gear I have used, use, and reviewed, plus a lot more great tools and recommendations. Let me know if you have any questions! www.mediafire.com/file/uly3foepglaohsc/Daniel_Yuck_Gear_List_1.6.pdf

[@davids970]

You use a printer for your stencil?

[@leventkaan1234]

Hello master 😊 I want to consult you about something. when I copy the pattern I will work on onto the silicon, it is immediately deleted. How should I do this? can you help me? my english is a bit bad i hope you can understand me🙏🏼 greetings..

[@afro7726]

This was the video I watched before I tattooed for the first time. Thanks for your cool tutorial. They really helped me out getting started. (I also baught my machine because of one of your videos) #DanielYuck

[@vermosaleon2289]

I have a couple questions, I am a newbie sorry ;( 1. what’s the difference between a 18rl and a 1218rl? are they the same thing? 2. do you change your needles into the same gun while working on someone or do you just have multiple guns with the needles set up?

[@emmy16661]

The first number you see on a needle configuration is the diameter of the individual needle themselves, meaning if it’s a bugpin or not. 18RL usually means standard diameter which is also a 1218RL. #12 diameter needles are .35mm In diameter a #10 diameter needle is .30mm diameter or a bugpin needle. There are needles smaller than #10s buts those are the 2 most commonly used diameters. I hope that makes sense and helps. Also, he has 2 machines set up because one is more powerful and can push bigger needle configurations easier but with rotary machines it’s super convenient because you can change the needle cartridges as needed throughout the tattoo on 1 machine if you wanted too. Just make sure you keep the cartridges clean with a cup of distilled water to help prevent them from clogging up throughout a big tattoo.

[@DanielYuck]

That’s actually a great question and 1 I recently made a review on. Round Liners Vs Round Shaders m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3W9pJKXa8qhZ5I Usually needles will have a listed code such as 12-18RL. In that video I linked you too I explain more on this which would be far more effective. The 2nd question is a good question as well! Upon setting up the design am doing would determine my setup. Typically I will use my cnc Q1, or Q2 or my CNC WE. I will pick 1 of those machines and use that for the session. This again would come down to the design. Say I will be doing a bigger piece I will typically always setup 2, 1 dedicated to lining and 1 dedicated to shading. I appreciate you reaching out, don’t hesitate to let me know if you have any questions at all.

[@DanielYuck]

@@emmy16661 So informative!! 🎯🎯 Thank you for responding when I wasn’t able to do so! I genuinely appreciate that, I also appreciate your accurate information and kind delivery. Thank you again 🤝

[@janperea6703]

What are you using for cleaning the skin .? Is that Vaseline?

[@pierre-alexandrebrabant551]

How do you keep your practice skin so clean ? you seem to be applying something to clean after what is it ? pretolium jelly ?

[@DanielYuck]

Great Question! Just about anytime I apply ink into a practice skin I am always using simple vaseline to remove the excess ink that remains. It is the type of practice that is used that will determine how the ink cleans up. A silicone felt practice skin will clean much nicer over say a rubber felt practice skin.

[@DreadscopeZ]

@@DanielYuck in another video you said you don’t use Vaseline on human skin what do you use when your tattooing a client?

[@audreyhtt1529]

hi ! this video was extremely informative for me thanku i was wondering the voltage - what voltage do you use and how do you choose what is good for that area? i have most trouble on this and it takes me a while to feel comfortable finding the right setting - i think i make the lines too weak in fear of scarring but by doing that i have to go over the lines again i know thats bad ! ah pls help , i get a little nervous bumping it up

[@DanielYuck]

Ahhhh this is actually a great question and point! So for me this was a process to develop into as well. I was always doubting myself , I doubted the needle configurations I chose, I doubted the way I put in lines but thankfully this doubt was happening over fake skin and not human skin. This question you ask I feel doesn’t have a one off answer but more so a series of steps that need to be taken and developed to be able to make these calculated choices. Where I would start is get say a 09 or 11 RL, start at say around 7.5 volts and pull some lines on fake skin. Do small comfortable lines and focus on getting nice, full saturated lines. Once you get comfortable with pulling lines , we now have more skills to try different needles, different voltage settings, etc. I would start here and just chip away at that block until you get to where you want to be, if this makes sense haha

[@pifpaf1970]

how you kept it so clean do you put vaselin before lining it so ...perfect without mess each time i do it made so much mess with ink my fake skin become grey you doing a great job good video

[@williamcarr1678]

Put your needles out further. And pay attention how far they are going in and don't suck up so much ink...

[@johnmooreduclayna790]

May i know what kind of tissue u are using or what product to cleant the fakeskin very clear?

[@DanielYuck]

That’s a great question! For practicing on fake skin I will always use Scott Shop Towels/Wipes. They are a blue color and very absorbent. I also apply small layers of Vaseline after I pull a line to easily clean the excess ink off. Should you have any questions at all please feel free to reach out to me and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction 🤝

[@hoanglo9560]

Thank for your video. Can i have a question: how you scan your tattoo? I saw your scan is very clear even you wipe ink? Thank you so much

[@TaterGrabbinBass]

You have to let the stencil sit, I usually let the stencil sit overnight with a book on it so it will stain the practice skin. If you place the stencil and start working once you’ve taken it off the stencil will wipe away with the first wipe. Prep your practice skins and let them sit, the longer they sit the more stencil will stay.

[@hoanglo9560]

@@TaterGrabbinBass thank you so much! Have a nice day

[@TaterGrabbinBass]

@@hoanglo9560 no worries! I hope it will help you! I had the same issues when I first started and just tried a few different things and that way seemed the best. It will stain the practice skin and if you don’t cover the stencil it will show through, but it is practice and that shouldn’t be a deal breaker. Good luck! 🤘🏼😎🤘🏼

[@tsunomat]

Using the shader makes those lines super soft. Not bold. Your technique is good and the lines are smooth, but I think round liners would make a much bolder line.

[@harmeet7]

But how ur stencil is not fading out after wiping??😢

[@bridgettecastillo5151]

Very nice! How do you get the stencil to stay through the wipes😭😂 I use the stencil cream and let it dry for a friggin while and soon as a little a and d hits and gets wiped it’s gone

[@bridgettecastillo5151]

On the practice skin I mean

[@just4931]

Wait 24 hours for drying when you stencil fake skin, makes it hold preety good even when you wipe

[@DanielYuck]

Haha I hated when this would happen to me. I would start the tattoo soon after the stencil was placed and lost everything. I started to learn that if I left the stencil on to air dry for 24 in advance the dark part of the stencil would come off but the light layer would stay behind. On some skins it’s next to impossible to remove the dark stencil after it’s placed which is leaving it to dry for too long. Haha so we have to find that balance with it all. It took me a goood while to catch onto not loosing my stencil. It’s definitely process to learn but don’t get discouraged. Keep pushing and do what you can for today. Should you ever have any questions along your way don’t hesitate to reach out to me and I will do my best to assist you in the best possible direction 🤝

[@DanielYuck]

@@just4931 that’s very good information I feel!! 🎯🎯 thank you for your response I appreciate you. 🤝

[@user-sm6rh4lr8x]

Hey, thank you for your work!can you tell me what you use for a human skin if its not Vaseline?🙏🏻

[@emmy16661]

I use either Inkeeze or A&D on human skin, A&D is cheaper and arguably just as good as Inkeeze

[@DanielYuck]

That’s a good question! For me I used to feel that Vaseline was more for mechanical in which it still makes sense to me like for machines that require lubricant of some sort and applications to this extent, it’s always worked well and I’ve never had issues. I also feel Vaseline clogs pores which is something that’s not ideal for the healing process of any tattoo as we want to allow the tattoo to breathe. I personally like to use products from Inkeeze like Green Glide. They have a bunch of glide you can check out. I would highly recommend using Inkeeze glides over petroleum based products.

[@user-sm6rh4lr8x]

@@DanielYuck thank you🙏🏻

[@user-sm6rh4lr8x]

@@emmy16661 thank you🙏🏻

[@joshuagutierrez7939]

I bought a kit but it only gave me a 3RL needle I notice it was really thin lines , witch needle size would be the average size we do lines with

[@williamcarr1678]

That all depends on the size line you are running. Shade liner will give softer line and liner more of a hard line...

[@fluke808state4]

Is this technique power lining? I've never used a 14 R S to line yet only a 9 R L

[@DanielYuck]

That is a good question! To me I would call my approach just lining haha simply because these style of tattoos require mostly lining with shading and or dot work in subjective areas. I line with a shader because it provides me with bolder lines with a single pass versus bold lines by filling them in. I am not certain if there actually is a different term for lining with a shader but for me I would reference any lining approach as lining, wether we are using a round shader or round liner.

[@fluke808state4]

@@DanielYuck great... I can't wait to try it out tomorrow and all that I've learnt from you so far. I never thought I'd line with this type of needle. You make it look so easy! Learning so much from your vids even my dad is interested and watching he's 73. Really interesting he said.... thankyou! 😀

[@DanielYuck]

@@fluke808state4 haha wow that means a lot to me! I never would have thought my videos would be helping and reaching ears from people I never would have imagined. It is a great feeling and sense of accomplishment. One thing I’ve learned in tattooing is there are “rules” but they can be bent and broken to better suit what we are trying to achieve. Don’t be afraid to use your fake skins and try out new techniques and methods you can achieve with your needles.

[@br4ndon21]

Do you press down firm with your tattooing hand when it's gliding across or do you keep it light?

[@DanielYuck]

That’s a great question! So when I am tattooing lines I keep it light. I don’t apply a lot of pressure when pulling lines. I feel and listen for that dermis and I keep it there. I use the natural weight of my machines and hand while guiding the needle in the correct direction and maintaining a consistent depth. It’s a bit hard to explain as it all happens in a natural instance. Haha

[@miludamadrugs]

I always struggle to clean the fake skin but you do ot so easily.. How do you do it?

[@DanielYuck]

I use vaseline when it comes to fake skin. Depending on the amount of ink I'll typically get a thin layer of vaseline and place it over the area that needs to be cleaned and wipe away lightly. It also depends on the fake skin being used.