3 Days to Smarter Tattooing…Hint It’s a Process | Cooper | EP 250

3 Days to Smarter Tattooing…Hint It’s a Process | Cooper | EP 250

Today we have a real treat with some great knowledge drops from killer artist and tattooer, Cooper.  Coop is very much about his process; he's very thoughtful, plans very thoroughly, and is extremely ... ...more

Drawing for Tattoo Design

April 04, 202511 min read

Keeping Recurring Themes Engaging | Rich Wren | EP 248

Keeping Recurring Themes Engaging | Rich Wren | EP 248

Continuing our Illustrative Tattooing Series this week, we talk with one of our favorite and certainly one of the most prolific tattooers, Rich Wren.  Rich puts out a lot of great work and always fin... ...more

Drawing for Tattoo Design

April 04, 20258 min read

Paul Booth | Venetian Tattoo Gathering | EP 104

Paul Booth | Venetian Tattoo Gathering | EP 104

Tattoo legends like Paul Booth are ew and far between. If you know his work it doesn’t take much to understand the impact he’s had on tattooing at large. Another thing that sets Paul apart from other ... ...more

Business and Mindset ,Tattoo Techniques

April 03, 20257 min read

The Fight for Tattoo Space | Robyn and Ty Pallotta | EP 293

The Fight for Tattoo Space | Robyn and Ty Pallotta | EP 293

The tattoo industry has always been about overcoming obstacles, but few challenges hit as hard as finding the right space to call home. When we caught up with Robyn and Ty Pallotta at the Star of Texa... ...more

Business and Mindset

April 03, 20256 min read

Assigning Value Ranges in Tattooing | Fireside Technique | EP 50

Assigning Value Ranges in Tattooing | Fireside Technique | EP 50

Today we’re breaking down how to assign specific value ranges to different elements in your tattoo designs. This can create a visual hierarchy and prevent chaos when working with complex subjects like... ...more

Drawing for Tattoo Design ,Tattoo Techniques

April 03, 20254 min read

Gaining Tattoo Clients the Analog Way | Gabe Ripley | EP 292

Gaining Tattoo Clients the Analog Way | Gabe Ripley | EP 292

Lately I've been hearing a lot of chatter about tattoo shops struggling with slower bookings and more cancellations than usual. It's got me thinking about how we can adapt and keep our shops thriving ... ...more

Business and Mindset

April 03, 20256 min read

Through The Never With Zack Singer | Technique Talks | EP 290

Through The Never With Zack Singer | Technique Talks | EP 290

Podcasts are great, but there's something different that happens when you get veteran tattooers breaking down their actual processes in real-time. That's exactly what we do in our Technique Talks at I... ...more

Drawing for Tattoo Design ,Tattoo Techniques

April 03, 20254 min read

Modernizing Tattoo Client Management | Nate Laff | EP 289

Modernizing Tattoo Client Management | Nate Laff | EP 289

Tattoo studios are evolving, and so is the technology that supports them. In today's episode of the podcast, Nate Laff, co-founder of Rev 23, discusses the journey of modernizing tattoo management sof... ...more

Business and Mindset

April 03, 20255 min read

The Tattoo Collector’s Perspective | Jenny Chambers | EP 288

The Tattoo Collector’s Perspective | Jenny Chambers | EP 288

Something a little different this time around. We're not talking to another tattoo artist today - we're diving deep with Jenny Chambers, a serious tattoo collector who's got stories that'll make you s... ...more

Business and Mindset

April 03, 20255 min read

A Loose Approach to Tattoo Design | Edgar Marquez | EP 287

A Loose Approach to Tattoo Design | Edgar Marquez | EP 287

In this episode, Edgar Marquez breaks down his unique freehand tattooing style, explaining how ditching stencils has allowed him to create more fluid, dynamic designs with intense focal points. He sha... ...more

Drawing for Tattoo Design

April 03, 20254 min read

Ink Masters & Old Timers: Tradition vs Progress in Tattoo Conventions | Jesse Smith | EP 285

Ink Masters & Old Timers: Tradition vs Progress in Tattoo Conventions | Jesse Smith | EP 285

We’ve got an excellent conversation for you today with longtime friend of Fireside, Jesse Smith! As they both promote different tattoo shows they discuss some of the difficulties in thinking about the... ...more

Business and Mindset

April 03, 20256 min read

The Art of Competition Tattooing Part 3 | Pain Management | Ep 284

The Art of Competition Tattooing Part 3 | Pain Management | Ep 284

Ready for Part 3 of our series on Competition Tattooing!?  In this final episode with Kurt Jacobsen, we dive into pain management for clients during multi day sessions. Kurt shares his thoughts abou... ...more

Business and Mindset ,Tattoo Techniques

April 03, 202512 min read

The Art of Competition Tattooing Part 2 | Client Management | EP 283

The Art of Competition Tattooing Part 2 | Client Management | EP 283

We’re back again for Part 2 of the 3 Part Series on Competition Tattooing!  In the first part of this series with Kurt, we dove into the challenges and rewards of competing in the tattoo industry. In... ...more

Business and Mindset ,Tattoo Techniques

April 03, 20258 min read

The Art of Competition Tattooing | Kurt Jacobsen | EP 282

The Art of Competition Tattooing | Kurt Jacobsen | EP 282

We’ve got an exciting multi-part series for you with our good buddy, and previous guest Kurt Jacobsen! To us Kurt is known as ultra competitive and uniquely unflappable. He’s also EXTREMELY precise. ... ...more

Business and Mindset ,Tattoo Techniques

April 03, 202510 min read

Lifetime Value of a Client | Jesse Drach | EP 281

Lifetime Value of a Client | Jesse Drach | EP 281

For this interview Jake dives into an insightful conversation with Jesse Drach, owner of Ink-Link, about the intricacies of marketing in the tattoo industry. Jesse shares expert advice on leveraging s... ...more

Business and Mindset

April 03, 20254 min read

FLOW - A Story of Tattooing and Jiu Jitsu | Dave Koenig Documentary

FLOW - A Story of Tattooing and Jiu Jitsu | Dave Koenig Documentary

Creating a unique style in tattooing is essential for standing out in the industry, especially in recent years. Distinct mark-making, technique, creative shape design, fit and most importantly “FLOW” ... ...more

Drawing for Tattoo Design ,Tattoo Techniques

April 03, 20256 min read

Free Ticket to Paradise | Amy Nicholls & Derek Youngberg | Paradise Tattoo Gathering

Free Ticket to Paradise | Amy Nicholls & Derek Youngberg | Paradise Tattoo Gathering

The conversation with Amy, Derek, and Jake explores the unique aspects of the Paradise Tattoo Gathering, including its impact on artists' careers, networking opportunities, and the introduction of a s... ...more

Drawing for Tattoo Design ,Business and Mindset &Tattoo Techniques

April 03, 20255 min read

Thumbnailing Will Make You a Better Tattooer...For Sure! | Fireside Technique

Thumbnailing Will Make You a Better Tattooer...For Sure! | Fireside Technique

THUMBNAILS!!!! You know you should be doing it. We know you AREN’T doing it, but we’re gonna tell you why you definitely NEED TO!! ...more

Drawing for Tattoo Design

April 03, 20254 min read

Achieving Glowing Color in Tattoos | 3 Minutes to Better Tattooing

Achieving Glowing Color in Tattoos | 3 Minutes to Better Tattooing

In this episode of “3 Minutes to Better Tattooing” we get into color temperature and complimentary color palettes to help you intensify you designs and create a bright glowing effect. ...more

Tattoo Techniques

April 03, 20254 min read

"Money! How Does That Work?!" A Practical Finance Panel | Mindset Monday | Fireside Chats! EP 280

"Money! How Does That Work?!" A Practical Finance Panel | Mindset Monday | Fireside Chats! EP 280

We’ve got something exciting for you today! The Inside Fireside Tattoo Club hosted a panel discussion focusing on finance and money management tailored for tattoo artists. Originating from our popular... ...more

Business and Mindset

April 03, 202513 min read

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