*giggles*
Today I am feeling super super inspired. More than once, I have been to the same tattoo artist to have work done to me. Next time I go, is in 11 days
A while back, when I was getting Betty Paige inked onto my arm, Tom the artist, struck up an interesting idea for me to ponder. Becoming a tattoo artist! He mentioned doing an apprenticeship with me, and told me the varying prices which can reach up to $5000.00 and can take as long as 2 years. He asked to see some of my artwork so I was sure to take my sketchbook up there with me last time I went in. He seemed to be impressed with it, plus the tattoo he was doing on me, is something I drew myself. So he quoted me a price of $3000-$3500 for a one year apprenticeship. Which is based on the artists talent, and how much he would have to teach the apprentice. Apart from being able to draw and learning to trace (which I have never done successfully), other information I would be learning is Cleanliness and Sanitization in the shop. At first I didn't think I would be able to do this. Not sure why either. But I've given the thought a second chance.
I started doing some research on my tattooist personally, and found out he is part of some sort of medical, sanitary, health department for tattoo shops in particular. I also found out that his tattoo shop "Shambhala" is named after something very spiritual. Which intrigued me. Im totally into that sort of thing. Which just shows I have some huge things in common with this guy. Upon researching Tattoo Apprenticeships, I came across a website that lists a few steps to take, BEFORE actually paying to become an apprentice, which includes knowing the ladder of the business, sanitation, laws and regulations within the province. Unfortunately I havent found any information on BC's laws and regulations for tattoo parlors so I am going to keep on researching till I find it.
Doing all this reading is one of the steps to becoming an apprentice. It shows the shop and its owner that I am serious about taking on this career.
So I am feeling very inspired and creative.
http://www.shambhalatattoos.com/artists.html
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