advise clients on tattoos
make sure that their chosen design is exactly what the client wants
copy the chosen design onto the customer’s skin, either by drawing freehand or using a transfer
follow the design lines with a tattoo gun
use different shapes and numbers of needles depending on the type of tattoo
make sure all equipment is sterilised and clean and follow strict hygiene and health and safety procedures
keep your knowledge of the latest trends in tattooing current
You may also spend some time researching artwork, creating new designs and developing a portfolio of your work to showcase your skills to potential customers. You’ll usually create your artwork using traditional hand drawing techniques or computer packages like Adobe Illustrator.