Tattooing A to Z: A Guide to Successful Tattooing

163 pp., illustrations. For years the Tattoo industry was shrouded in secrecy. Artists didn't want others in their area, which they assumed they owned because they were established. What they forgot is how they got there and that they were not born tattooists. So the big question was, where do I obtain the knowledge needed to become a tattoo artist? This insightful and straightforward book gives you the facts about tattooing. Tattooing A to Z was written to share with you what Huck learned through many years of first hand experience. Don't expect this book to make a master tattooist out of you in a few days, but what you will gain from it may have taken you years to find out. From set up and maintenance of machines to setting up your own shop, Tattooing A to Z, A Guide to Successful Tattooing is a valuable tool for anyone starting out in the business. We hope that it gives you the information you have long been searching for. TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Part I: Equipment Chapter 1 The Right Way Chapter 2 Tools of the Trade Chapter 3 Machines & Power Supplies Chapter 4 Setting Machines Chapter 5 Holding Machines Chapter 6 Setting Tubes Chapter 7 About Needles Chapter 8 Needle Making Part II: Sterilization Chapter 9 Skin Chapter 10 Sterilization Chapter 11 Sterile Techniques Part III: Artwork Chapter 12 Tattoo Designs Chapter 13 Stencils Chapter 14 Lettering Part IV - Tattooing Chapter 15 Outlining Chapter 16 Shading Chapter 17 Coloring Chapter 18 Cover-Ups Chapter 19 Tattoo Review Part V: Medical Chapter 20 First Aid Chapter 21 Bandages Part VI The Shop Chapter 22 The Tattoo Studio Chapter 23 Prices and Selling Chapter 24 Business Practices Chapter 25 Cosmetic Tattooing Epilogue Acknowledgements.…