Books Closed: Tattoos and the Internet Collide, Hosted by Andrew Stortz

I talked to Alex Kass and Zac Scheinbaum , a couple tattooers who pursue tattoo related projects in addition to their day to day work.  Alex runs the instagram page @tattoogear4sale , which has become the top place to buy, sell and trade (yes, you guessed it) tattoo gear. We talked about how he started the page, and some of the challenges that come with keeping it running.  Zac created Afterlife P...

Didn't get enough on Ep 032? Here is more with Doreen Garner . Doreen works at Saved Tattoo in Brooklyn, NY.   This extended episode is sponsored by: GoReminders Eliminate no-shows, save time & increase revenue with GoReminders. It is simple, automatic appointment reminders via text messages and email. This service pays or itself with just ONE avoided no-show appointment! Head over to: goreminders...

Tamara Santibañez talks about what it is like to be stretched between two "worlds" within tattooing, and the weight of tattoos on those who get them and those who do them. Tamara's Informed Consent and Trauma-Aware Tattooing brochure can be found here . Doreen Garner shares what drew her to tattooing, and the positive effect that increasing diversity can have on the industry. You can get tattooed...

Nick Colella joins the show this week to talk about how much of the old school mentality can realistically be applied in today's tattooing. Should we really be trying to blindly celebrate the past? You can find Nick at Great Lakes Tattoo in Chicago, IL.   BOOKS CLOSED is hosted by Andrew Stortz Music by SAKURA @sakura.beatz Books Closed Voicemail Line: (857)444-0662 booksclosedpodcast.com   THIS E...

What's up with tattooing in Oregon? Portland tattooer, Olivia Britz-Wheat , gives us the lowdown on the state mandated tattoo schools, and talks about the work she does with the group, Reform Oregon Tattooing . After the interview, Andrew shares an email from a tattooer who attended an Oregon tattoo school.

Let's talk about apprenticeships with Tim Hendricks . We respond to an article about a tattooer from Dallas, TX who is developing a program to teach arts high school students about tattooing as a part of their school curriculum. Then we hear from Olivia Britz-Wheat , a tattooer from Portland, OR, and a part of the organization, " Reform Oregon Tattooing ," about what a real-world example of struct...

This is a special episode of BOOKS CLOSED! Listen to a never-before-heard interview from 2004 between Taki Kitamura and the legendary tattoo artist, Lyle Tuttle .   For more info about Lyle: Lyle Tuttle Collection And follow his only official IG page: @lyletuttlecollection   This was all made possible by Taki (@stateofgracetaki) ! Make sure to follow him and let him know how much you enjoyed this...

This is a special episode of BOOKS CLOSED! Listen to a never-before-heard interview from 2004 between Taki Kitamura and  the legendary tattoo artist, Lyle Tuttle .   For more info about Lyle: Lyle Tuttle Collection   This was all made possible by Taki (@stateofgracetaki) ! Make sure to follow him and let him know how much you enjoyed this tape.     BOOKS CLOSED is hosted by Andrew Stortz Music by...

Didn't get enough on Ep 028? This is the full interview with Gunnar that you heard a segment from in this week's full episode. He discusses mental health in tattooing and his own personal journey with it through his career. Ep 028 Extended is brought to you by: GoReminders Eliminate no-shows, save time & increase revenue with GoReminders: Simple, automatic appointment reminders via text message &...

Issues of mental health are as prevalent in tattooing as anywhere. NYC tattooer, Virginia Elwood , guest co-hosts this week, along with a segment with Ohio tattooer, Gunnar . Virginia talks about her entrance into tattooing, and about how she has worked to balance her mental health, career and life in general. Gunnar discusses why he is interested in being a conversation-starter with issues of men...

Debra Yarian, Freddy Corbin and Henry Lewis are the guests this week on a special LIVE episode of the show! Recorded at the Bay Area Tattoo Convention, 10/19/19. Follow: Deb Yarian Freddy Corbin Henry Lewis Watch this episode on YOUTUBE   BOOKS CLOSED is hosted by Andrew Stortz ( @andrewstortz )   Music by SAKURA @sakura.beatz   Books Closed Voicemail Line: (857)444-0662   booksclosedpodcast.com  ...

Andrew responds to some listener feedback, and a conversation with Ep 026's guest co-host Bradley Farrell , after the camera turned off.   Check out Ep 026: Adaptive Tattooing if you haven't yet. It'll give a bit more context for this bonus episode.  

This episode of the BOOKS CLOSED Podcast features guest co-host, Bradley Farrell , and tattooer, Zack Hunter "Southpaw."   I found a handful of parallels between these two conversations, and this episode weaves the two together to tell a larger story.   Bradley was a guest on the show last season as a retired tattooer, and his since started tattooing again. We catch up about what it's like to blow...

Didn't get enough in Ep 025? Here are some bonus clips to hold you over until next episode! Includes unaired segments with Justin Weatherholtz and Shanzey Afzal! @andrewstortz @justinweatherholtz @inkminxtattoo

Welcome to Season 3 of BOOKS CLOSED! We are joined by tattoo artist Justin Weatherholtz (Kings Ave Tattoo, NYC)  this week to discuss a handful of tattooing's industry disruptors.   One of those disruptors, Shanzey Afzal (Ink Minx Tattoo) also stops in to talk about her journey into and out of tattooing.   The episode ends with a field trip to an NYC bar that puts drinks and tattoo machines in the...

Andrew digs into the offerings of tattoo business guru, Dax McClellan . Does tattooing need online courses about how to post on Instagram? This investigative report tells a story of self-discovery. Dax McClellan - Social Media Savage TJ Forte Justin Brown BOOKS CLOSED is hosted by Andrew Stortz ( @andrewstortz ) All music by SAKURA @sakura.beatz Books Closed Voicemail Line: (857)444-0662 www.books...

Legendary tattoo artist, Juli Moon , joins the show this week to discuss traveling with a carnival, attending some of the first ever tattoo conventions, expanding her skill set into cosmetic tattoo through trial and error in the 80's, and why she wears her own tattoos as "psychic armor." BOOKS CLOSED is hosted by Andrew Stortz ( @andrewstortz ) All music by SAKURA @sakura.beatz Books Clo...

This episode features a group panel of tattooers Shawn Barber , Matthew Knopp , Beau Brady and Robert Ryan discussing, tattoo TV shows, internet fundraisers, maintaining positive outlooks, and more! BOOKS CLOSED is hosted by Andrew Stortz ( @andrewstortz ) All music by SAKURA @sakura.beatz Books Closed Voicemail Line: (857)444-0662 www.booksclosedpodcast.com The full VIDEO version of this episode...

Tattoo artist Lindsey Carmichael joins the show this week to talk about what tattooing for 27 years means to him, what it's like to watch his son now become a tattooer, and how the quest for knowledge has become a totally new beast. Follow Lindsey on INSTAGRAM Find him at CLASSIC TATTOO in Fullerton, CA. BOOKS CLOSED is hosted by Andrew Stortz ( @andrewstortz ) Books Closed Voicemail Line: (857)44...

In response to Episode 015, Andrew talks to Lee Roller, owner of Custom Tattoo Design. Lee saw the segment about his company, and didn't love a lot of the points made. Should non-tattooers have a place owning tattoo-related companies? Are tattooers just missing out on opportunities that others see first? BOOKS CLOSED is hosted by Andrew Stortz ( @andrewstortz ) Books Closed Voicemail Line: (857)44...

Tattooer and painter Robert Ryan discusses reluctantly being encouraged to start tattooing, the important of humility, symbolism in tattooing, and how he holds it all together with meditation. This episode was filmed in Asbury Park, NJ Follow Robert on INSTAGRAM Follow Electric Tattoo BOOKS CLOSED is hosted by Andrew Stortz ( @andrewstortz ) Books Closed Voicemail Line: (857)444-0662 The full VIDE...

Tattooer Russ Abbott joins the show this week to talk about being at the forefront of digital design in tattooing, how he turns his ideas into reality, and proves that a tattooer CAN organize their time successfully to make the most of it. Follow Russ on INSTAGRAM Ink & Dagger Tattoo Tattoo Smart BOOKS CLOSED is hosted by Andrew Stortz ( @andrewstortz ) Books Closed Voicemail Line: (857)444-06...

Is there life after tattooing? Bradley Farrell sits down to talk about his tattoo career working alongside some of the greats, and then giving it all up to pursue other passions. Film making, developing a social network and marketing are just a few of the hats Bradley has worn in his lifetime and it all started with the skills he learned from tattooing. Follow Bradley on INSTAGRAM BOOKS CLOSED is...

Tattooing has become an "industry" whether we like it or not. This week, friend of the show, Jason Scott , sits in to discuss a business that wants to provide clients Custom Tattoo Designs before they even set foot in a tattoo shop. Then, Andrew tries to figure out what is up with Soundwave Tattoos by talking to their creator, Nate Siggard . Find everyone on Instagram: Jason Scott Nate S...

Tattooer Heather Bailey joins the show this week to talk about developing her style, staying focused on ambitious projects, and why women in tattooing are simply treated differently. Follow Heather on INSTAGRAM and check out her store on BIG CARTEL and get tattooed by her in Los Angeles! BOOKS CLOSED is hosted by Andrew Stortz ( @andrewstortz ) Books Closed Voicemail Line: (857)444-0662 The full V...