It’s All About Control

Let me ask you something. Have you ever let a client talk you into something you knew wasn’t right? Done a shape you wouldn’t normally do, used a color you knew was going to heal ugly, or kept going when your gut was telling you to stop? Yeah. Me too. We have all been there. […]
Discussion on Anesthetics in Tattooing

This is something that has been coming up more and more, so I want to talk about it directly. There is a growing trend of clients asking for stronger numbing products, and of some artists trying to get their hands on them. I understand the appeal. We want our clients to be comfortable. But going […]
Understanding Needles : Peppering, Whip Shading and Cross Hatching *VIDEO*
Angela Torresi CPCP explains needle configurations, peppering, whip shading, and cross-hatching techniques for permanent makeup artists. A foundational guide to understanding needles and how to use them effectively.