Discover Rich Wren's journey into tattooing, his unique approach to design, and how he balances art and family life.
We're talking about collaboration, the challenges of sleeve composition, and why sometimes the best approach is to just wing it when you're up on stage. Plus, you'll get the inside scoop on the Richmond Tattoo Arts Academy and why educational opportunities are absolutely crucial for pushing this craft forward.
Hey everbody! Jake just wrapped up an incredible conversation with Yomico Moreno that had me thinking about what it really means to elevate this craft we all love. This dude's perspective on mentoring, color theory, and keeping your artistic soul intact in a world full of shortcuts is exactly what our community needs to hear right now. We dove deep into everything from the Richmond Tattoo and Arts Fest to why limiting your color palette might actually unlock your creativity. Trust me, this episode is packed with wisdom that'll make you rethink how you approach your art and your career.
"I'm a big proponent of thumbnailing," says Jake Meeks in his conversational yet enlightening fireside video. This simple yet powerful technique allows tattoo artists to explore ideas quickly, addressing major shapes and flows on the canvas of the human body. In this blog post, we delve into the benefits of thumbnail sketching and how it transforms the tattoo designing process, keeping it authentic and creative.