Fireside Articles

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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How I Start Tattoos | 3 Minutes to Better Tattooing

How I Start Tattoos | 3 Minutes to Better Tattooing

Dan Pushcarich
Published on: 02/07/2025

"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.

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