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Staying Relevant in a Competitive Tattoo Landscape with Chris Henriksen
In this episode of "Chats and Tatts," host Aaron Della Vadova welcomes esteemed Denmark based tattoo artist Chris Henriksen to the show. Recorded at Gods of Ink in Frankfurt, Germany, the conversation highlights Chris's impressive career in tattooing, particularly his mastery of modern Japanese styles. Aaron praises Chris's exceptional skills, especially his smooth shading techniques, and acknowledges the hard work and dedication that have contributed to his success over 16 years in the industry. The episode dives into the challenges tattoo artists face today, including the impact of social media and economic uncertainties, while also celebrating the artistry and inspiration that Chris brings to the tattoo community. Tune in for an insightful discussion filled with passion for the craft and the journey of a talented tattoo artist.
Chat Breakdown:
00:01:20 - Chris's Tattooing Journey
00:02:03 - Finding Tattooing
00:05:03 - Old School Tattooing
00:08:07 - Balancing Family and Career
00:12:06 - Improving Drawing Skills
00:15:00 - Cardio Exercise and Creativity
00:16:02 - Thoughts on Color Realism
00:18:18 - Minimalist and Abstract Tattooing
00:20:03 - Tattoos as Pure Decoration
00:23:14 - What Makes a Great Tattoo
00:25:07 - Composition and Simplicity
00:26:26 - Social Media and Tattooing
00:35:39 - Future Plans and Staying Relevant
Quotes:
"Everything teaches you something. So everything's perfect in some way in the universe."
"Your tattoo can just be beautiful. It does not have to always represent your grandmother."
"I just do a good job, and if I do a good job, that person tells somebody, and they come see me, and that's it. Simple."
"All your followers are just leads."
"Be smart with the finances so that in 10 years from now, there's more freedom to do those things that you want."
Stay Connected:
Chats & Tatts:
Website: http://www.chatsandtatts.com
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chatsandtatts
IG: http://www.instagram.com/chatsandtatts
Chats & Tatts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/chatsandtatts
Connect with Aaron:
Aaron IG: http://www.instagram.com/aarondellavedova
Guru Tattoo: http://www.Gurutattoo.com
Connect with Patrick:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/chrishenriksen
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By Aaron Della Vedova
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In this episode of "Chats and Tatts," host Aaron Della Vadova welcomes esteemed Denmark based tattoo artist Chris Henriksen to the show. Recorded at Gods of Ink in Frankfurt, Germany, the conversation highlights Chris's impressive career in tattooing, particularly his mastery of modern Japanese styles. Aaron praises Chris's exceptional skills, especially his smooth shading techniques, and acknowledges the hard work and dedication that have contributed to his success over 16 years in the industry. The episode dives into the challenges tattoo artists face today, including the impact of social media and economic uncertainties, while also celebrating the artistry and inspiration that Chris brings to the tattoo community. Tune in for an insightful discussion filled with passion for the craft and the journey of a talented tattoo artist.
Chat Breakdown:
00:01:20 - Chris's Tattooing Journey
00:02:03 - Finding Tattooing
00:05:03 - Old School Tattooing
00:08:07 - Balancing Family and Career
00:12:06 - Improving Drawing Skills
00:15:00 - Cardio Exercise and Creativity
00:16:02 - Thoughts on Color Realism
00:18:18 - Minimalist and Abstract Tattooing
00:20:03 - Tattoos as Pure Decoration
00:23:14 - What Makes a Great Tattoo
00:25:07 - Composition and Simplicity
00:26:26 - Social Media and Tattooing
00:35:39 - Future Plans and Staying Relevant
Quotes:
"Everything teaches you something. So everything's perfect in some way in the universe."
"Your tattoo can just be beautiful. It does not have to always represent your grandmother."
"I just do a good job, and if I do a good job, that person tells somebody, and they come see me, and that's it. Simple."
"All your followers are just leads."
"Be smart with the finances so that in 10 years from now, there's more freedom to do those things that you want."
Stay Connected:
Chats & Tatts:
Website: http://www.chatsandtatts.com
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chatsandtatts
IG: http://www.instagram.com/chatsandtatts
Chats & Tatts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/chatsandtatts
Connect with Aaron:
Aaron IG: http://www.instagram.com/aarondellavedova
Guru Tattoo: http://www.Gurutattoo.com
Connect with Patrick:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/chrishenriksen
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