On Episode 132 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with Nashville tattoo artist Blake Owens about his journey into the trade, opening his own shop in Green Hills and the realities of running a tattoo business, the evolution of tattoo culture in Nashville, and how COVID-19 is shaping the future of the industry.

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TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@blakeowenstattoos
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/blakeowenstattoos
Personal Website → https://www.blakeowenstattoos.com
Shop Website → https://www.forevertattooclub.com

Chapters
00:00 - Intro
01:58 - Becoming a Tattoo Artist
06:08 - Apprenticeship and Early Experiences
12:04 - Opening a Tattoo Shop
18:06 - Impact of COVID-19
24:01 - Economics of Tattooing
30:02 - Artistic Growth and Challenges
34:06 - Styles and Influences
37:01 - Tattoo Trends
40:58 - Work/Life Balance
43:53 - Creative Outlets Beyond Tattooing
54:59 - Navigating Client Relationships and Pricing
01:00:07 - Guest Spots and Influences
01:03:20 - Nashville Culinary Adventures
01:20:17 - Tattoo Culture and Personal Expression

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