“I'm only 17 and can't get into the industry yet, but I was able to start preparing for when the time comes. I now know how to prepare in order to call shops, send specifically worded applications, have an impressive portfolio to catch attention and understand more of what I will be getting myself into. I'd never heard about so many unspoken rules in tattooing and how it is built to keep new artists out. Now I feel prepared to step out without ruining my chances at the first go. ”
Andrea W.
“"Before I met Alex, I’d been trying to get into tattooing for over a year with zero luck. I sent DMs to shops, walked in with my sketchbook, and all I ever heard was, ‘We’re not taking apprentices right now.’ I was ready to give up.
Although she already had an apprentice at the time, Alex looked at my portfolio and showed me exactly what needed to change. She gave me pointers on how to talk to shop owners, and even helped me with the exact words to say when I reached out again. Within a month, I had two shops interested in meeting with me — and I ended up getting an apprenticeship.
Looking back, I realize I was doing so many little things wrong that made me look unprepared. Alex knew exactly how to fix them. If you’re trying to break into the tattoo industry, take her advice. It works."”
Jordan P.
“I had gone to a tattoo school and was not happy with my limited training. I struggled to find employment afterwards at shops and most owners thought the tattoo schooling I had done was a joke and didn't want to work with me. My tattooing was also terrible. Alex gave me instruction on what was missing in my learning and skills. She showed me how additional training after the school was not only necessary but in my best interest for growing as an artist. She showed me exactly what to do, how apply, what to say and how to build my portfolio into something employers would not pass over. Today I am a successful artist and have worked at multiple studios. The industry opened up to me after getting this guidance they didn't offer in my school. It was invaluable”
Summer G.
“I had originally reached out to Alex asking about where I could find an apprenticeship. Though her shop was completely full at the time, she took the time to explain to me how I might better my chances with available studios. She critiqued my portfolio explaining I was not showing the elements artists look for to determine if you would be a great artist and how to fix it. She also explained how to format my emails and links so the owners didn't have to go searching for my profile. I had no idea these were automatic opportunity enders. I realize now I have some work to do before I apply anywhere but I am confident the next time will be successful. ”
Gavin S.
“I've been waiting for her to make this course for years! All the info I wanted to know so I can best prepare to step into tattooing and find the right artist to learn from. Can't wait to get away from my 9-5 job. ”
Anthony H.
“I was deciding if I should go to tattoo school or look for an apprenticeship. I had also been practicing on my friends. Alex gave me a reality check and guided me into a better rout with a realistic critique of my work explaining what would help or hinder my future career. I am so glad I listened. Learning the different methods to get into the industry and what shop owners respond well to saved me a lot of time and money. ”
Kaylee R.