Fireside Articles

Building Tattooing's First Global Standard | Alex De Pase | EP 308

Building Tattooing's First Global Standard | Alex De Pase | EP 308

Dan Pushcarich
Published on: 26/11/2025

Explore the International Tattoo Federation's mission to elevate tattooing standards globally with pioneer Alex De Pase.

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Fashion Based Tattoo Design | Ryan Ashley | EP 203

Fashion Based Tattoo Design | Ryan Ashley | EP 203

Dan Pushcarich
Published on: 04/11/2025

New Blog Post DRyan Ashley sits down to break apart the creative process behind fashion-influenced tattoo design, and this conversation is packed with gold for anyone trying to level up their work. She walks through everything from her healing protocols to how her fashion design background completely transformed the way she approaches fitting tattoos to the human body.escription

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Everybody's Deco Dancing with Cooper | Technique Talk | EP 306

Everybody's Deco Dancing with Cooper | Technique Talk | EP 306

Dan Pushcarich
Published on: 27/08/2025

Join Cooper for an in-depth technique talk exploring color layering and efficiency in tattooing to achieve enduring, vibrant results.

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Tagging the Subconscious, Surreal Worlds of Greg "Craola" Simkins | EP 305

Tagging the Subconscious, Surreal Worlds of Greg "Craola" Simkins | EP 305

Dan Pushcarich
Published on: 20/08/2025

Explore Greg 'Craola' Simpkins' journey from graffiti art to surrealist painting. Learn techniques and insights valuable for tattoo artists.

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