The significance of vulnerability and honesty emerges as a central theme in both personal and professional contexts. Patrick's approach to his work and interactions illustrates how these qualities can foster deeper connections and enhance the overall quality of relationships with tattoo clients, and in our personal lives. 

Host Aaron Della Vedova sits down with tattoo artist Patrick Paul O'Neil, who has quickly made a name for himself in the tattoo community. Aaron shares his admiration for Patrick's impressive work and thoughtful approach to art and life. The conversation dives into Patrick's journey as an artist, the importance of vulnerability and honesty in his creative process, and his recent collaborations, including a potential partnership with fellow artist Fibs. Join them as they explore the deeper meanings behind tattoo art and the connections it fosters within the community. Tune in for an insightful and introspective discussion that highlights the transformative power of art.

Chat Breakdown:

01:34 - Patrick's Journey and Collaboration 02:39 - Patrick's Tattoo Style 05:48 - Honesty and Transparency 06:17 - Vulnerability in the Creative Process 09:00 - Philosophical and Spiritual Influences 12:39 - Facing Mortality and Living Fully 18:02 - Balancing Business and Humanity 25:18 - Connecting Through the Podcast 28:19 - Dropping Prejudices 31:27 - Business Transparency and Fairness 37:10 - Clear Communication in Business 40:09 - Growth and Learning from Business Ownership

Quotes:

"I'm trying to take the spirit not the aesthetic... there are lessons in like the spirit and intention in the work."

"Embodiment is sort of a phase beyond words where an experience, or maybe it's not a singular experience, maybe it just eases into you over time, but you feel like it's a part of you."

"It's almost like God or the creator gives you complete enlightenment upon birth, then through existing on in a physical domain, you slowly lose it."

"I've sacrificed my morals, I've sacrificed time with my children, I've sacrificed my health, I've sacrificed nurturing my relationship with my wife."

"It was kind of like the universe knocking on my door. Like, we have this for you. Do you, you know, it's custom made for you. Do you want it?"

"I can almost guarantee you, you're going to grow. But I need you to understand the reason you're going to grow is because this shop is profitable."

"There's no need for anger or resentment. There really isn't."

"Money can buy freedom. Money can buy creativity. Money can buy space to explore these things."

"Ultimately, I believe we exude a frequency, a signature. And I think that that signature attracts that same signature closer to you."

"I just want to create love and friendship and beauty and art, and I can't seem to escape these type of people in my life."

"As soon as you can see the wound, from that day forward, it starts to heal."

"The best part about getting tattooed has nothing to do with the tattoo. It's more so like the transformation that kind of goes through having to sit through that process."

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