Tattoo artist

[1] The apprentice will be trained in sanitation and proper safety techniques, typically during the first six months to a year of the apprenticeship.

In the UK equipment must only be sold to registered studios who are provided a certificate by their local environmental health department.

Certain jurisdictions also require studios by law to have a sink in the work area supplied with both hot and cold water.

In some countries and U.S. states it is illegal to tattoo a minor even with parental consent, and it is usually not allowed to tattoo impaired persons (e.g. someone intoxicated or under the influence of drugs), people with contraindicated skin conditions, those who are pregnant or nursing, or those incapable of consent due to mental incapacity.

The local health department can/will do a hands on inspection of tattoo studios every four months in the state of Tennessee.

If the studio fails an inspection, they will be given the opportunity to correct the mistakes (if minor) or be fined (major health risks) and can also be placed out of business on the spot.

While specific requirements to become a tattooist vary between jurisdictions, many mandate only formal training in blood-borne pathogens, and cross contamination.

Performing a tattoo in Oregon state without a proper and current license or in an unlicensed facility is considered a felony offense.

Nowadays, in the United States alone, more than a quarter of the population has at least one tattoo, in other countries that number reaches even higher.

Artists like Kat Von D and Ami James attained a celebrity status, which drove other media icons such as Rihanna and David Beckham to get tattooed by them.

Today, most tattoo artists display their art on social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest.

In addition, scratchers may offer reduced rates to attract customers away from professional tattoo shops.