So, You're Kinda a Big Deal...

Don Petersen! What a legend. Few tattooers have stories like Don and his route into tattooing spans continents, Central American dive bars, and epic European adventures. I wish my start was as colourful as Don's. And thats just the beginning! ** Please like and subscribe! It helps shape our content :) “So, You’re Kinda a Big Deal…” is a weekly podcast deep diving into the lives of emerging and...

Sam Smith of Scythe & Spade Tattoo in Calgary is an absolute slayer. Her tattooing is world class and ranks up there with the best. Her outgoing personality and true to herself persona are as infectious as her tattoos are inspirational. Check out this awesome interview! ** Please like and subscribe! It helps shape our content :) “So, You’re Kinda a Big Deal…” is a weekly podcast deep diving in...

What a rad interview! Jory tattoos on Vancouver Island out of Lucky Toad Tattoo. He is a masterful free hand tattooer with an illustrative style. We had a great time talking about all manner of things related to tattooing. ** Please like and subscribe! It helps shape our content :) “So, You’re Kinda a Big Deal…” is a weekly podcast deep diving into the lives of emerging and established tattoo arti...

Shiyu's journey in tattooing has been short but her humble approach and dedicated work ethic is inspiring. Listen as she shares some background into her tattoo journey and her understated experiences. For only 5ish years in, she's really accomplishing a lot. You can't help but realize her future is bright. Can't wait to see what she builds on her solid foundation. ** Please like an...

Heather is one of those artists that transcends the typical tattoo cliches of white male, black t-shirt wearing, I'm hard as fuck posturing attitudes. Her approach to the craft is inspiring and on a course that we should all really be paying attention to. In an age where tattooers are biting each others style and continually inverting and narrowing our focus, Heather looks to expand and progre...

** Please like and subscribe! It helps shape our content :) Clint Danroth has dedicated and sacrificed to rise to the tops of the tattoo ranks. His work ethic and passion for the craft still burns after more than 2 decades. We were lucky to sit down and listen to tales of his time in tattooing. Clint owns Craftsman Tattoo in White Rock BC. Check out his killer work @clint.danroth.tattoos “So, You’...

Kevin Pregitzer is down to earth, well mannered, an dedicated to traditions in tattooing and it comes through in in his large, well executed and timeless Japanese tattoo designs. He works out of Homestead Tattoo in Calgary. ** Please like and subscribe! It helps shape our content :) “So, You’re Kinda a Big Deal…” is a weekly podcast deep diving into the lives of emerging and established tattoo art...

From immigrant in the Arctic to working beside some of Canada's greatest tattooers, Piotr is a tattooer you may have never heard about, but he is a legend. In this episode Piotr shares his origin story, living in the arctic, stumbling into tattooing, and a too good to be true story about getting away from the cops....it's true, I was there! Piotr works on the Sunshine Coast north of Vancou...

Rob has a reputation as an internationally recognized tattoo powerhouse and all around nice guy. Shawn and Dave catch up with an old friend, talk life, art, tattoo friends, and all things that matter to an accomplished but down to earth tattooer. This is a long one. Grab a coffee and maybe put the dog out, this one got away from us. ** Please like and subscribe! It helps shape our content :) “So,...

We took the Podcast on the road! Shawn and I took the circus to Edmonton for The Edmonton Tattoo Convention that was held April 21-23.  Great turn out of hard working artists.  Many artists were interviewed. The talent at the show was great! Steve Peace put on another successful show and by all accounts everyone was busy the whole weekend. Things are popping off in Edmonton! This is a tattoocentri...

** Please like and subscribe! It helps shape our content :) Jessica Wright is all the best things about tattooing; professional, hardworking, compassionate, and honest. Her approach to the craft is nothing less than admirable. We talk mentorship, history, what it takes to excel and her undying love of the craft. She owns Capital Tattoo in Edmonton, Canada, the shop she apprenticed in. To say she i...

** Please like and subscribe! It helps shape our content :) Damian Robertson is a quiet force in tattooing. His calm demeanour betrays a fire that drives him. Some have described him as intense while others see a man focused on excellence and self mastery. Regardless of other peoples opinions, Mr. Robertson has struck his own path into the wilderness, fought his demons, and come out the other side...

** Please like and subscribe! It helps shape our content :) Shae Motz is a tattoo killer! In an industry in a major state of flux, with artists looking for the quickest way to the top, it's refreshing to talk to someone that see's past the bullshit and just works of killing it. Shae shares her experiences and opinions with us and they do not fail to entertain! No punches pulled! “So, You’r...

The topic gets heated! Surprise, surprise. Dave and Shawn are both comfortable speaking their minds and the opinions aren't in short supply. ** Please like and subscribe! It helps shape our content :) “So, You’re Kinda a Big Deal…” is a weekly podcast deep diving into the lives of emerging and established tattoo artists.   Listen in as we dig into origin stories, industry hot topics, and what...

Can you imagine growing up in a tattoo dynasty? A father and brother with international reputations and you think you're just gonna get a cake walk? Shawn and Dave spend some time with the youngest of the Tex Tattoo Clan. Ali tex is driven and determined to find her own space in tattooing. She talks about balancing the pressure of carrying the Tex name and the challenges to measure up. Unlike...

In tattooing there exists ghosts. Phantoms,. Tattooers that shun the spotlight and all the trappings and stress of our instaworld. Rather than live in a matrix of virtual platitudes, they choose the tangible, the visceral. They choose to revel in the day in day out grind. While Rob Hope shies away from the spotlight his ability and singleminded focus in tattooing draws us in. It's this truth,...

This is a long overdue conversation I've been wanting to have with Montreal tattoo legend Nat Jean from Coup D'etat Tatouage. It's hard to explain to most tattooers how hard it was to get into to tattooing in the 90's, let alone being a woman. Nat shares her well earned path into the craft via the punk rock scene, tattoo trips to Philly, New York, and working her way up inside grea...

Embark on a thrilling journey with Shawn and Dave as they uncover the multifaceted life of tattoo polymath, Doug Fink, better known as Horihyo. This captivating podcast delves into Horihyo's array of passions, from traditional tebori and pro mountain biking to three decades of jujitsu, prestigious art exhibitions, and exhilarating woodland misadventures. Prepare to be inspired as we reveal the...

In this week's episode hosts Shawn Hedley and Dave Allen chat with the talented and captivating Luna Lucero, a Vancouver Island tattoo artist who defies expectations. Luna's incredible journey to becoming a sought-after tattooist is marked by her unique life experiences, raw honesty, and impeccable work that rivals the skills of industry veterans. Listen in as we explore her story, insight...

Tune in for Episode 2 as we delve deep into the mesmerizing world of traditional American tattoo artistry, featuring Canadian tattoo artist Ryan Gagne of Stronghold Tattoo. Discover his unyielding passion for the craft, as he shares his relentless pursuit of learning from tattoo legends and making career-defining leaps of faith. Gain insights into the significance of work-life balance, the impact...

Join hosts Dave Allen and Shawn Hedley on 'So, You're Kinda a Big Deal", a weekly tattoo podcast featuring inspiring stories, industry hot topics, and tattoo shop talk with emerging and established artists.