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Once the deposit is paid, the project is live. I do multiple rounds of sketching on my own, working through compositions and approaches. I plan out the tonal structure. Sometimes I do color studies. You won't see most of this. It's how I think through the problem.

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I'll remind you of your upcoming appointment. I may send you an in-process version of the design between the deposit and the appointment. If something urgent comes up on your end, reach out. Otherwise, let me work.

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Before you come in, you'll see a comprehensive mockup. Shaded, sometimes with color. Sometimes I use 3D modeling to show how the design sits on your body. This builds excitement and confirms we're headed in the right direction.

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The final line drawing gets prepared the day of your appointment. Stencils are fragile. They need to be fresh when they touch your skin.

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Meet Your New Instructor -James Wisdom Ep #1

Drawing For Tattooers #1

Drawing for Tattooers

December 07, 2022•2 min read

“There are no shortcuts to greatness, just hard work.” - Guy Aitchison

Drawing for Tattooers with James Wisdom Ep #1

Are your drawing skills up to date? Join host James Wisdom every Monday Morning at 9am EST to learn and touch up on your fundamentals and take your art to the next level.

Welcome to Drawing For Tattooers!

I’m James Wisdom, and welcome to the first episode of Drawing For Tattooers on the Reinventing The Tattoo Network. It’s an honor to be a part of this community and to be able to share my love of drawing with you. I began my tattoo journey in the year 2000 and worked full-time as a tattooer until 2013, when I took a brief ten-year hiatus. During my time away from tattooing, I earned a Master of Fine Arts degree and began teaching art at the college level. But, my passion for tattooing draws me back to the shop. And so, Drawing For Tattooers combines my love of teaching with my love of tattooing. I hope you’ll join me each Monday at 9 am EST live or watch recorded episodes on your schedule – either way, thanks for coming and reading; it’s great to have you here; happy drawing, and I hope to see you next stream!

Meet Your New Instructor | Drawing for Tattooers with James Wisdom Ep #1

Are your drawing skills up to date? Join host James Wisdom every Monday Morning at 9am EST to learn and touch up on your fundamentals and take your art to the next level.

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Join host James Wisdom as he discusses the fundamentals of art to share his knowledge with the world. James used to be a college art teacher and, for a short time, a tattooer. He's aiming to share the knowledge he's collected over the years with all of you! This series will walk you through all the questions you have about art and accomplishing your artistic goals.

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