Is it worth it to become a tattoo artist?
The tattoo industry isn’t an easy industry to make it in, but if you’re persistent and work hard to constantly hone your craft, it can be incredibly rewarding. On a daily basis, you’ll be helping people commemorate milestones in their lives.
Do tattoo artists make good money?
Tattoo artists can make good money because they do everything from infinity symbols on fingers to stunning full body designs. Gifted artistry, steady hands and raw courage are required when skin is your canvas. Famous body artists can earn up to $500 per hour, or more.
How much does a tattoo artist actually make?
The average tattoo artist salary is $61,670 per year, or $29.65 per hour, in the United States. People on the lower end of that spectrum, the bottom 10\% to be exact, make roughly $26,000 a year, while the top 10\% makes $144,000. As most things go, location can be critical.
What’s the hardest part about tattooing?
While tattooing, the artists has to focus on his job and yet not get emotional/carried away with the client’s words. All the while, being a patient listener and reciprocating the right emotions. IMHO this is the hardest part of a tattoo artist’s job.
What education do you need to be a tattoo artist?
Formal education is optional for aspiring tattoo artists. However, you may need to take art classes and complete an apprenticeship to gain experience, fine-tune your skills and get licensed. Tattooing may be a form of body art, but it also requires training in health and safety practices.
How do I get into tattooing?
Here’s how to get started.
- Learn How to Draw.
- Get an Art Education.
- Establish Basic Design Skills and Knowledge.
- Build a Portfolio.
- Work with an Established Tattoo Artist.
- Complete an Apprenticeship and Learn the Trade.
- Obtain Additional Pre-License Certification and Training.
- Get Licensed.
What tattoo is the hardest?
You may want to re-think your potential ink if it does fall into one of these categories.
- White Ink Tattoos. Eugenio Marongiu/Shutterstock.
- One Word Tattoos. Africa Studio/Shutterstock.
- Tattoos That Are Too Dark And/Or Macabre. Lena Pan/Shutterstock.
- Infinity Symbols.
- Partner’s Name.
- Finger Tattoos.
- The Number 666.