#Stick and pock skin

So, what do you think people were doing before then? Maybe some super smart people out there who never got the recognition created something like an electric machine, but.most of them were doing the age-old technique of hand poke tattooing. But humanity has existed for about 200,000 years. To put it into perspective, the first tattoo machine was invented and patented by Samual O’Reilly in 1891. To not give them their due respect is, honestly, just a bit biased and slightly ignorant of the long history, tradition and resounding cultural importance of hand poke tattooing. But, here’s the thing: hand poke tattoos, also known as stick and poke tattoos, are the oldest tattoo tradition. The most prevailing myth about hand poke tattooing is that it is not respected, trash, and only done by scratchers who work out of their kitchen. Hand poke tattoo by Melanie Kazemier #MelanieKazemier #handpoke #handpoketattoo #stickandpoke #stickandpoketattoo The only time a hand poke tattoo would be illegal is if it is done in a country, like Korea or Japan, where any tattoo making is illegal if done by a person who does not have a medical license, which is a shame because so much great art comes from those particular countries.

If you choose a reputable tattooist or studio, you can bet that they keep up with laws in order to stay in business. Many states, and countries, have differing legislation that controls the cleanliness of the work being made. Stick and pokes are not illegal if they are done by a licensed artist. If you’re interested in this technique for your next tattoo, our best advice is to find a tattooist who is well known for their talent and capabilities and who creates their work in a safe, sanitized environment. No, hand poke tattoos are not dangerous if they are done by a reputable tattoo artist. Hand poke tattoo by Dope Toast #DopeToast #handpoke #handpoketattoo #stickandpoke #stickandpoketattoo This is why it’s very important to do research about this particular style and find an artist who you can trust. If your stick and poke tattoo is super cheap, then you should assume that this person is either trying to build a portfolio or is not experienced.

#Stick and pock skin

It takes just as much effort, if not more, to create a work of art on your skin by hand. They are, if you’re going to a reputable artist, pretty much priced exactly the same. Stick and poke tattoos are not cheaper than machine tattoos.

There may also be a difference in process, such as the like of a tattoo stencil prior to the ink being deposited into the skin, but this could also go for machine-made tattoos as well.Īre stick and poke tattoos cheaper than machine tattoos? The difference between machine and stick and poke tattoos is the lack of electricity. What is the difference between machine and stick and poke tattoos? Hand poke tattoo by Gossamer Rozen aka Grelysian #GossamerRozen #grelysian #handpoke #handpoketattoo #stickandpoke #stickandpoketattoo