Fireside Articles

From Canvas to Skin: A Painter's Unconventional Tattoo Apprenticeship with David Cheifetz

From Canvas to Skin: A Painter's Unconventional Tattoo Apprenticeship with David Cheifetz

Alie Zone
Published on: 29/04/2026

Explore David Cheifetz's unique journey from painting to tattooing and the innovative apprenticeship reshaping art techniques.

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Thinking in Perspective: Tattoo Design Beyond the Screen | Jesse Rix

Thinking in Perspective: Tattoo Design Beyond the Screen | Jesse Rix

Alie Zone
Published on: 17/12/2025

In this episode of the Fireside Tattoo Podcast, Jake sits down with Jesse Rix to talk about process, perspective, and how experience shapes the way tattoos are designed and placed. From thinking beyond the screen to adapting designs on the body, this conversation explores intuition, teaching, and building a sustainable creative practice over time.

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Mastering Tattoo Flow & Technique with Zack Singer

Mastering Tattoo Flow & Technique with Zack Singer

Alie Zone
Published on: 12/02/2025

Tattooing isn’t just about creating beautiful images—it’s about how those images flow with the body and stand the test of time. In Episode 290 of Fireside Tattoo Network, we sit down with Zack Singer, a tattoo artist with over 21 years of experience, to break down the technical and artistic elements that make a tattoo truly exceptional.

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Modernizing Tattoo Client Management | Nate Laff | EP 289

Modernizing Tattoo Client Management | Nate Laff | EP 289

Alie Zone
Published on: 05/02/2025

Jake chats with Nate Laff of Rev23 about how his software evolved from a Windows program to an iPad-friendly app that’s streamlining tattoo studio management. Recorded at the 2024 Richmond Tattoo and Arts Festival, Nate shares tips on running private studios, staying organized, and how tech is reshaping the tattoo industry.

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