This article was co-authored by Grant Lubbock. Grant Lubbock is a Tattoo Artist and Co-Owner of Red Baron Ink, a tattoo salon based in New York City. Grant has over 10 years of tattooing experience and he specializes in neo-traditional, black/grey, and color tattoos. Red Baron Ink's main goal is for each tattoo coming out of their studio to be one of a kind custom pieces that will look good throughout a lifetime.
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Whether you’re trying to become a tattoo artist or you’re an established artist trying to attract customers, a professional portfolio is a great way to showcase your talent and your art. Not sure how to get started? We’re here to help walk you through the best ways to get your materials together, assemble your portfolio, and showcase your work online. Here are 15 tips to get you on your way!
Steps
Expert Q&A
- QuestionWhat size should a tattoo portfolio be?Grant LubbockGrant Lubbock is a Tattoo Artist and Co-Owner of Red Baron Ink, a tattoo salon based in New York City. Grant has over 10 years of tattooing experience and he specializes in neo-traditional, black/grey, and color tattoos. Red Baron Ink's main goal is for each tattoo coming out of their studio to be one of a kind custom pieces that will look good throughout a lifetime.
Tattoo Artist & Co-Owner, Red Baron InkIt should be pretty sizable! Aim to showcase at least 15-20 of your best pieces.
Tips
- Make your portfolio as neat and professional-looking as possible. Keep it clean and well organized.Thanks
- Don’t include unfinished work in your portfolio.Thanks
Warnings
- Be careful about including personal or financial information on your social media and website to reduce your risk of identity theft.Thanks
References
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- ↑ Grant Lubbock. Tattoo Artist & Co-Owner, Red Baron Ink. Expert Interview. 22 October 2019.
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About This Article
If you’re a budding tattooist, an impressive portfolio will go a long way to helping you succeed. Although you want to highlight your best work, make sure you include a range of different styles to show that you’re a versatile artist. Common styles include American traditional, black and white, Japanese style, and lettering. If you’ve already inked people, it’s best to show real images of tattoos you’ve done, since these will highlight your tattooing skills too. Make a physical portfolio to take to job interviews or display in your own parlour. Order it by style so people can easily find designs they like. You should also design a website to host your portfolio, since a lot of people find tattooists online. If you don’t already have an Instagram for your tattoos, now’s a great time to start one. For more tips from our Tattooist co-author, including how to set up a contact form on your website, read on!
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