Speakeasy Tattoo

Greetings, internet! It’s Livia Michael! As an apprentice at Speakeasy Tattoo in Los Angeles, there is so much information I’m absorbing about the practice of tattooing - specifically that tattooing is not only an art, but a science as well. A tattooist having a thorough understanding of the anatomy of the skin is crucial in order for a tattoo to look great, last, and retain its...

Greetings, internet! It's Livia Michael again! As an apprentice at Speakeasy Tattoo in Los Angeles, I am not only learning about the world of tattoo, but also art history and technique as well. There are a multitude of art movements and techniques that have evolved throughout the course of history, but one remains fundamental to the way in which artists accurately represent thei...

Greetings, internet! It’s Livia Michael again! At Speakeasy Tattoo in Los Angeles, I am learning about the various giants and icons of the tattoo industry. One name that has become incredibly well-known and closely associated with the world of tattoo is Sailor Jerry. Sailor Jerry was born as Norman Collins in Reno, Nevada in 1911. Collins’ father gave him the nickname, ‘Jerry’ w...

Greetings, internet! It’s Livia Michael! As I continue on my journey as an apprentice at Speakeasy Tattoo in Los Angeles, I am immersed in so many aspects of the tattoo profession. I was recently assisting my mentor, Scott Glazier, with the setup of a tattoo appointment. We were preparing a multitude of colored inks for this tattoo and he shared with me that red tattoo ink produ...