This groundbreaking new book covers the basic techniques of electric tattooing in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step way. This is the perfect book to accompany the hands-on training the apprentice tattooer receives, and will be a welcomed reference in every tattoer's library. It covers sanitation concerns, preparation of the site, outlining, shading, and coloration. Bandaging and aftercare is also discussed. Each step is illustrated with a color photograph and a concise explanation.

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This book won t teach you how to tattoo like a professional. This book wont teach you how to make a million dollars by opening your own tattoo studio in a week. You should really be weary of any book that does promise that. This book WILL get you started with the basic foundation for your apprenticeship. Written for the apprentice by someone who competed a formal tattoo apprenticeship, documenting the lessons learned along the way. The best way to learn to tattoo is as an apprentice, but some things you should know going into the situation. Just because we stress an apprenticeship does not mean that this 240+ page manual is lacking by any means! Basic Fundamentals of Modern Tattoo covers everything from how to build a tattoo machine to what types of needle configurations are best for each task. The best part of the book is that you get access to 'Teach Me To Tattoo' an interactive website designed specifically for the book. Where you can ask questions and get detailed information about each section of the book. As more information is added to the website the value increases. Registered copies of the book will allow the reader to gain access to the TMTT Portal online for as long as the portal is in existence at no additional charge. If you are a tattoo apprentice then you should definitely have this piece of literature in your toolbox. Learn about the components of tattoo machines, how to tune a tattoo machine, about different needle configurations, what pigments are best for the job, sterilization standards, and industry secrets / tips. Follow the goals and milestones laid out in a concise and easy to understand manner, with detailed graphics and illustrations (many computer generated for detail). Get recommendations on what gear is considered top quality, and tricks on how to use after-market parts on your machines to get the most bang for your buck. Remember that the best tattoo artists will always tell you to complete an apprenticeship, the only secrets in the tattoo industry are the answers to the questions you have not yet asked. Tattoo Apprentice, Learn tattoo, tattoo tricks, tattoo tips, tattoo guide.

THIS IS THE MOST COMPLETE, EASY TO FOLLOW TATTOO TRAINING COURSE EVER WRITTEN Finally everything you need to know about tattooing all in one book! YOU can become a great and successful tattoo artist in just a few short steps!!! Even if you are an already seasoned tattoo artist you will learn many valuable tips from this guide. THIS 50 PAGE HANDWRITTEN COURSE IS PERFECT FOR STARTERS! SHORTCUTS to get your tattoo shop opened FAST and with no headaches! Everything is put in simple to understand, easy to read format. This course will show you all the tricks of the trade and help you enter the tattoo field with a head start over other tattoo artists. Learn how to setup your shop to be profitable. We show you all the ropes on opening your own tattoo shop. This course is written by a 15 year tattoo artist that has won awards and had work published in many magazines. This is not basic fluff material. This is jewel after jewel dropped by an artist that has been there and done it all. Learn how to get clients fast! The best places to promote your tattoo services. How to do the best line work. How to do explosive color tattoos that will last for years! Were to get the best tattoo ink and machines. And how to use them! How to do the proper paperwork in your shop to stay organized! We help you stay on top of it all. Learn how to be clean and sanitary. HOW TO DO THE BEST SHADING!! MANY STRUGGLE WITH THIS! This course is not available anywhere else! And the info we share you won't find anywhere online! Many artists just simply won't share these secrets! INDUSTRY SECRETS EXPOSED! THIS IS THE REAL DEAL...NO FLUFF...ONLY HARD FACTS!!!

Advanced Tattooing Techniques: A Guide to Realism is Joshua Carlton's best selling how-to book originally written to go along with his live realism tattoo techniques seminar. This book covers all of Carlton's methods for achieving realistic tattoo effects.This book teaches:- How to build and use giant magnum needles.- How to make stencils that let you map out the process and make your work look truly photographic.- How to tune and adjust your machines to get the exact desired effect, including the "wet look".- Exact needle set-up to hand motion as Carlton completes realistic, step-by-step, portraiture.The book has ample Color and B&W photos throughout in an effort to help you understand, through pictures, the techniques explained and taught within the book. Also included in the back of the book are a few pages of Joshua Carlton's realistic flash.This book was recently reviewed by International Tattoo Magazine and called "a monumental work" by editor in chief Chris Pfouts and is the perfect tool to help take your realism techniques to the next level!