February 24, 2022

Published by Paul-Anthony Surdi at February 24, 2022

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Top 5 Steps to Changing Careers in 2022

2022 is here! Let’s celebrate our lives by living them to the fullest. How do you ask? Follow your dreams of becoming a professional tattoo artist, because IT’S NEVER TOO LATE! Career changes can be scary but why spend your life hating your career and being filled with regret? So many of our tattoo artists were on totally different career paths when inspiration struck and they decided to make a big change. Get inspired by their stories of how they changed careers and became tattoo artists with the help of Ink Different Tattoo School! When Plans Change You Change with […]

February 2, 2022

How to become a tattoo artist in Tampa - FL - Florida Tattoo Schoool

Published by Paul-Anthony Surdi at February 2, 2022

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How to Become a Tattoo Artist in Florida?

Becoming a tattoo artist can be a little different depending on where you want to make a living as a tattoo artist. However, even if there is no federal law regulating the practice of tattooing, various state and local laws deal with tattoo studios and tattoo artists around the United States. To learn about statutes and other laws regulating the tattoo industry in your state, please refer to the Tattoo Laws Across the United States white paper released by our tattoo school last year. Tattoo Laws Florida 2022 For this article, let’s focus on tattoo regulations in Florida and basic […]

December 17, 2021

Published by Paul-Anthony Surdi at December 17, 2021

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Are Tattoos Painful? What Type of Tattoo Hurts the Most?

Where is the Most Painful Place to Get a Tattoo? A tattoo is a form of body modification made by inserting ink or dye into the dermal layer of skin. It’s like repeatedly poking a completely conscious person with a very sharp needle. Tools used to make tattoos break the continuity of tissue. A new tattoo is an open wound within it. It has to be a little painful. This whole experience and our perception depend on several factors, such as different levels of pain tolerance, the general health and mood of a client, and the location of the tattoo […]

September 30, 2021

Published by Paul-Anthony Surdi at September 30, 2021

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11 Tattoo Styles Explained [A BEGINNER’S GUIDE]

Tattoos are examples of beautiful artwork and often have significant meaning to the wearer. In addition to showcasing gorgeous tattoo styles or intriguing patterns, tattoos can commemorate someone important or inspire the wearer about the future. No matter what message a tattoo a tattoo is intended, the style used in the design can help tell that artistic story. This artistic storytelling medium has existed for millennia and across numerous civilizations, so it’s not surprising that various tattoo styles have developed and gained popularity. This blog will discuss seven popular tattoo styles, where they came from, and how they can […]

March 11, 2021

Top 5 Pieces of Advice for Aspiring Tattoo Artists

Published by Paul-Anthony Surdi at March 11, 2021

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Top 6 Pieces of Advice for Aspiring Tattoo Artists

Read Our Advice for Aspiring Tattoo Artists We all know that getting a brand new beautiful tattoo is fantastic! But did you know that the experience of giving someone a great tattoo can be even better? If you love art and are a fan of tattoos, a career as a professional tattoo artist is artistically satisfying and financially empowering. However, if you want to become a good tattoo artist, the internet is overwhelming when you’re looking for advice on how to start, and we know you have questions. How can I learn to tattoo? Will I like being an apprentice? […]

September 6, 2019

Published by Paul-Anthony Surdi at September 6, 2019

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Top 3 Reasons to Start a Tattoo Apprenticeship this Back-to-School Season

As summer turns to fall and the leaves on the trees change color, we often think about changing our lives. This time of year, people of all ages return to school to learn new skills. They also try to embark on a journey to a new life and a new career. Starting something new and making a significant change, like returning to formal education, is exciting! It opens up a whole new future. But, for many, the prospect of taking out student loans and spending decades paying them off is intimidating. The uncertainty of leaving art school stops many people […]

June 25, 2019

Published by Paul-Anthony Surdi at June 25, 2019

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4 Steps to Artistic Independence

You don’t want to waste your life burning countless hours stuck in your morning commute, mindlessly filling out paperwork, or getting yelled at by bosses. There’s so much more to life than driving people around in a ridesharing car or typing up expense reports. Instead of dreading every workday, you could start a new career! Follow your passion for becoming a professional tattoo artist! However, no matter how excited you are about following your dreams and starting your tattoo artist career, any job change that big may seem scary at first. Thankfully, you don’t have to start your new tattoo […]

March 19, 2019

How Much Does a Tattoo Apprenticeship Cost?

Published by Paul-Anthony Surdi at March 19, 2019

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How Much Does a Tattoo Apprenticeship Cost?

Like many artists, you want to learn to tattoo but don’t know the best way. Are you asking yourself, “how much does a tattoo apprenticeship cost?” We’re here to help! Download our guide for a comparison and cost analysis so you don’t get fooled by hidden expenses or programs that promise a lot in too little time. Download the Guide to Tattoo Apprenticeship Costs The popularity of tattoos is exploding, and there are more opportunities to make a successful career as a tattoo artist than ever, but getting the proper training can be tricky. For example, a Google search for […]

February 26, 2019

Published by Paul-Anthony Surdi at February 26, 2019

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5 Reasons You’ll Love Tattoo Classes that You Might Not Expect

When most people think of a tattoo apprenticeship, the first image that pops into their head is probably some big, biker dude showing you how to hold a tattoo machine in some grungy tattoo shop. While those stereotypical shops still exist, a modern wave of tattoo apprenticeships, comprised of comprehensive tattoo classes, are available that provide cutting-edge dignified instruction so that artists can achieve long-term and successful careers. But your journey through the tattoo classes in your apprenticeship might surprise you and be a lot more fun than you’d expect! Let’s explore our top 5 reasons why you’ll love tattoo […]