Ink Different's Tattoo Apprenticeship Graduate!

"That's how I want to tattoo, to make an impact on someone's life and help them be themselves more... "

Rina Peseleva, an Ink Different certified Tattoo Artist and a recent graduate of our Full Apprenticeship Program, talks about why she chose tattooing as her most recent career shift.

"This is the coolest way I can do art."

A follow-up with Kevin Ryman, now complete with his apprenticeship and tattooing at Ink Different in Philadelphia!

"Tattooing ending having security and a home... "

Ruby Ghauri, Tattoo Artist, and Tattoo Artist Trainer, talks about finding stability changing careers to become a Tattoo Artist.

Ink Different Tattoo Apprentice Spotlight Interviews!

"I would've never thought I would be tattooing 'cause I thought my art wasn't good enough."

Junior Tattoo Artist, Jasmine Colon, talks about how she ended up becoming a Tattoo Artist and her experience with Ink Different Tattoos.

Chantel Tompkins, Tattoo Artist at Ink Different, shares her story during the Convention Connection event.

Kayla Damon, Tattoo Artist at Ink Different, shares her story about her family getting worried of her decision and how she became a Tattoo Artist before her 21st birthday.

Brandon Mendez, Tattoo Artist at Ink Different, shares his raw, real journey from working night shifts at a local market to becoming a full-time Tattoo Artist.

"I Wanted Something I Knew Would Work."

Philadelphia Apprentice, Kevin Ryman, talks about doing his research and realising "I Waited Long Enough!"

Apprentice Spotlight Interviews

"I'm able to keep working!"

Philadelphia Apprentice, Rina Peseleva, discusses Changing Careers, Seeking Apprenticeships and Art Education. 

"I learned a lot about people and what they want, and how far they are willing to let you put your artistic ability into what they want."

New Haven Apprentice, Shamain Hardy, on Managing Client Expectations, Getting Paid and Her 10-Year Journey.

Apprentice Spotlight Interviews

"It kind of came natural to me to just sit down. that was my motivation... So I can keep going in the program!"

Chicago Apprentice, Danetta Tombarge, talks about Completing Phase One in only One Month, on her way from a 2-shop-town to Ink Different Chicago!

Danetta Tombarge, Part 2, on Taking a Stand to Become a Tattoo Artist - No Matter What!

"It's just that i'm having so much fun. It's inevitable to get better , especially when you're just in the zone!"

Los Angeles Apprentice, Robin Yoo, on How to Enjoy Getting Better, Stay in the Zone, and Doing What You Love.