WARNING : Long post ahead (but worth the read, I promise)! There are a few moments in life that quietly split you into two versions of yourself: who you were before, and who you become after.  I’m grateful to say that finishing my apprenticeship at Ink or Dye Studio is one of those moments. This chapter of my life wasn’t just about learning how to pull clean lines or pack color without overworking the skin (though trust me, there was a lot of that).  It was about discipline,

If you’ve ever Googled “how to get a tattoo apprenticeship”, you’ve probably been shown a plethora of Facebook posts, Reddit threads or unverifiable websites full of advice that tell you to “do this” and “don’t do that”.  The problem?  Much of this information is confusing, conflicting, and could send an aspiring artist down the wrong path.  So let’s set the record straight! First thing’s first: I’ll admit, I got lucky when I landed my apprenticeship, and I’m forever grateful

A personal look into how I ended up at Ink or Dye Studio as a tattoo artist.

A quick introduction to what Sumthing Inked is all about!