Hey Jono as someone who is just getting into tatooing l, I want to thank you for all the great info your videos provide. I feel like I will be confident enough soon to attempt giving myself a tatoo. Thank you again, you are a great teacher.
Really appreciate how much the quality of your videos has improved! Specially because you include so much quality information instead of just repeating the same generic info that is already out there, I just think the background music at the beginning was a little too loud and distracting, other than that I'm so happy to see how much your videos have improved! It's a great glow up
Love this dudes videos since i started following his methods my tattoo work has inproved tremendously I'm still practicing on fake skin got 6 more months of practice then I'll start practicing on my leg, definitely recommended for bigginers
Spot on I have been doing tattooing for close to 40!years now my son has started tattooing and I pass on your videos to him so he learns the right way my studio is House of Ink and I had to start old school by building your own gear !
Just starting im a decent free hand sketch artist mainly Western themed and DC comics heros and there emblems I'm trying to just tattoo myself with all my favorite superheroes insignias or emblem i have confidence i can do it but all the confidence in the world does t make up for experience and training i will try to send my first tat once its done but i really learned a lot from just 3bof your videos thank you for taking the time to help me expand my knowledge your an amazing artist
@@JonoSmithTattoo hey no problem my man! I was self taught and screwed up my share of tattoos before I got better and owned a shop. I do always recommend formal training to be clear, but I wish all pro's were as professional, skillful and friendly as you. Most are snobby arseholes as everyone knows.
Just randomly found your videos and YES! thank you so much!! Incredibly helpful and intuitive. The tip about the amount of ink was super clarifying and very rare to find it explained. Keep up the good work! Cheers
Thanks, I’ve been tattooing 32 years and I’ve learned from you!!! So I haven’t heard you mention it, you may have but if you have excuse the redundancy and my ignorance. The question I have is should you line from the elbow or wrist? Or should the length of the lines determine this? That is …super short lines maneuver the machine with just bending fingers, shirt or medium length lines with wrist, and pull long lines from elbow? And even mix it up for Intricate long lines maybe? I’m just thinking deeper thanks to you, my tattooing has improved since I started using my elbow (pre consciously that is). I don’t even know how I did sobgood over the years but now I’m cognitive of this fact the continuity of solid color in my work has improved so thank you!!! Im humble man you never stop learning, the day I wake up thinking know everything there is to know about tattooing is the day I’ll quit!!!
I love the cartoon illustrations. They add a lighthearted humorous tone. A surprising number of tattoo artists take themselves so deadly seriously that it's comical. But also quite obnoxious. Like they're some kind of superior Chosen One, and you are a lowly and common vulgar clod, unworthy of receiving The Holy Writ which only they posess. That's not helpful. This actually teaches you something real in a fun way. Which is a whole lot better than being looked down upon. And he can shred on that guitar pretty good! 😄
such a big help thank you. I went ahead and subscribed to your page for more great info. Im just starting out and was wondering what needles I should get to practice with?
Thank you always mate for your very in-depth video. I like your use of animation to show representation of what you're talking about. Definitely helps me grasp the concepts better. I would say the heart of any good coil machine would be the coils themselves do you have any recommendations for replacements. I know I'm mostly see you using pin machines. Thank you Juno
I’ve always used Micky Sharpz coils as these were the first ones I ever owned and have never had an issue with them. Though there’s tons of great machine builders out there so there’s plenty of choices. I’d love to try out a Sunskin machine one day.
Hi. I’ve just started tattooing and I’m blacking out my bf arm. I’m using 1227rm but it keeps snagging…like the skin is catching and pulling so then I pull out and start again ..I don’t know if it’s because I’m not going too deep or not deep enough etc just wanting some advice please! Thanks in advance !!
Im pretty sure you've got too much needle hanging out the tip. Try reducing your needle depth slightly by turning your grip anti clockwise (if you're using a pen style machine). This should solve your issue. Let me know if you sort it. Thanks for watching!
@@JonoSmithTattoo thanks for the reply! I’m using a wireless stigma atm and if I twist it anticlockwise it leaves a gap. (Looks like it’s not screwed on properly) Is that still safe? Sorry if it sounds dumb lol I’m new to all this shizzzz
@@crystaltaylor4748 A small gap is normal. When running the machine with a needle cartridge inserted, twist the grip antilock wise to reduce how much the needle hangs out the machine.
It depends on the machine you’re using. I’ve a video in this subject that will explain everything you need to know about hand speed vs machine speed. You can find it on my channel. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for all the tips, they really have helped... I had to kinda laugh a little with the in/outta tune comparison, the "in tune" was just a hair out(been a musician since 5, can't help it). Not trying to be an ass, I still listen back to my stuff & cringe all the time from it being way outta tune, hahaha. Hope all is well, thanks again, take it easy...
I just had to laugh really hard when the right side showed the exact machine I'm holding right now as a bad example. :D Thanks for the insanely good and thoughtful help, it really is a game changer for me. I have only tattooed some fake skins and am looking for a pen under 400$ that seems decent for absolute beginners. I would like to focus on good and solid line work first, no colors - I don't need one for customers. :) Any ideas? The more videos and recommendations I see, the more confusion in the tattoo machine jungle.
I’d to want a decent machine that doesn’t doesn’t cost the earth, the Hummingbird Bonc Staves is a great choice. Here’s a review and also a 10% discount coupon on your phone at home code on them. Thanks for watching! Hummingbird Bronc Staves Tattoo Machine Review 2022 ua-cam.com/video/1I9ZGsdnAM4/v-deo.html
@@JonoSmithTattoo Oh wow, thank you for the answer. It means a lot to me and helps so much. I will look at it directly and recommend your channel. These are really great videos! :)
Hi Jono! Pleasant surprise to find your content. Please, could you tell me the definition of cycle per second? Do you mean the number of punctures per second? Thanks a lot!
i love you videos ! its the best.... BUT ! i have a question about the tattoo you did at the end! you say to keep a 90 degree angle, but in the video when you make the lines, it looks like you are holding at a 50 - 60 degree angle which you say is bad and can cut the skin, is it the video that makes it look like that or is it me, who misunderstand the whole with 90 degrees ?! sry for my bad eng!
When filming these videos I have to angle the machine more so the camera view isn’t blocked. This is why the angle looks more exaggerated. If I hold it at 90 then all you can see is the top of the machine. Well spotted! Thanks for watching!
@@JonoSmithTattoo well, then i understand why it looks like that, never thought about it haha and thanks for such a quick response and do not stop making these videos ... rly good and the guitar 😇🙏
Hey if you don’t ask you don’t know. So on a digital power supply (assuming you’re using a coil machine) the number of Hertz is the CPS your machine is running at. For example, 100 Hertz is 100 CPS. Thanks for watching!
@@JonoSmithTattoo very true. And thank you for the response, I see your really trying to help people get this right and it’s rare in the tattoo community I guess because no one really wants to help me that I know are tattoo artist. Seems like most are stingy with the help. Idk why. So thanks bro! Also I’m using a Mummy tattoo pen machine so I’m not using coils. Can you tell me what it would be on a pen with a mummy battery pack aswell.. also do you know anything about the Mummy brand? I really like this battery pack lasts very long time. Thanks again!!
@@swervv2957 I’ve not had an experience with the Mummy machines so I don’t know what voltages they run at. The cps can be worked out on them if you’ve got the details of the motor. These are usually provided on the description of the machine on the websites.
Starting to think I spent my Training money on the wrong instructors! Always dependable. If there is someone who throws shade your way, tell them they can kiss MY ass! Good on you fam..
The cycles per second (the speed your needle is moving) is the number you should be looking at when running a machine. The amount of volts added to the machine have a direct impact on your CPS. My other videos explain how to work out your CPS from the volts. Thanks for watching!
@@JonoSmithTattoo already found it, it’s so cool to see how you evolved from then till now! Learn a lot from your videos! Tip: make a vid explaining how to start every tattoo like low voltages and the least of needle depth so new people figure out the right settings before fucking up. I did a very small tattoo on someone’s ankle and I started with a to high voltage and went too deep for the first cm. Rest of the tattoo is ok but still too high voltage.
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Thanks!
Shout out for the awesome Super Thanks!! You'll be mentioned in my next upload! 😀
you are an absolute legend for providing us so much information.
Thank you!
Best tattooing teacher on UA-cam…🙏🏾
Thank you!
Hey Jono as someone who is just getting into tatooing l, I want to thank you for all the great info your videos provide. I feel like I will be confident enough soon to attempt giving myself a tatoo. Thank you again, you are a great teacher.
My deepest gratitude for you and your content! Thank you for not " gatekeeping".
Really appreciate how much the quality of your videos has improved! Specially because you include so much quality information instead of just repeating the same generic info that is already out there, I just think the background music at the beginning was a little too loud and distracting, other than that I'm so happy to see how much your videos have improved! It's a great glow up
Love this dudes videos since i started following his methods my tattoo work has inproved tremendously I'm still practicing on fake skin got 6 more months of practice then I'll start practicing on my leg, definitely recommended for bigginers
i so miss this guy - back here for 're training' my brain. Frida loves watching
Spot on I have been doing tattooing for close to 40!years now my son has started tattooing and I pass on your videos to him so he learns the right way my studio is House of Ink and I had to start old school by building your own gear !
Props to you! That’s a long time in the industry. I’m glad the channel can help him out. Thanks for watching!
Just starting im a decent free hand sketch artist mainly Western themed and DC comics heros and there emblems I'm trying to just tattoo myself with all my favorite superheroes insignias or emblem i have confidence i can do it but all the confidence in the world does t make up for experience and training i will try to send my first tat once its done but i really learned a lot from just 3bof your videos thank you for taking the time to help me expand my knowledge your an amazing artist
Cps vs volts? I’m using a mast tour wireless tattoo pen. How do I calculate the cps?
Can I just say how incredibly adorable the Guitar Man Jono is?
Mate the amount of depth you go into these videos is incredible I honestly feel like I'm going to tattoo university every time I watch them
Who needs to apprentice at a shop, just watch this guy! Great info, well presented and pleasant attitude.
Thank you I appreciate that!
@@JonoSmithTattoo hey no problem my man! I was self taught and screwed up my share of tattoos before I got better and owned a shop. I do always recommend formal training to be clear, but I wish all pro's were as professional, skillful and friendly as you. Most are snobby arseholes as everyone knows.
Just randomly found your videos and YES! thank you so much!! Incredibly helpful and intuitive. The tip about the amount of ink was super clarifying and very rare to find it explained. Keep up the good work! Cheers
Thank you! Welcome to the channel!
Thanks, I’ve been tattooing 32 years and I’ve learned from you!!! So I haven’t heard you mention it, you may have but if you have excuse the redundancy and my ignorance. The question I have is should you line from the elbow or wrist? Or should the length of the lines determine this? That is …super short lines maneuver the machine with just bending fingers, shirt or medium length lines with wrist, and pull long lines from elbow? And even mix it up for Intricate long lines maybe? I’m just thinking deeper thanks to you, my tattooing has improved since I started using my elbow (pre consciously that is). I don’t even know how I did sobgood over the years but now I’m cognitive of this fact the continuity of solid color in my work has improved so thank you!!! Im humble man you never stop learning, the day I wake up thinking know everything there is to know about tattooing is the day I’ll quit!!!
Your great at what you do
Thank you for posting this. Was very helpful. I am a PMU artist. I feel there are many things that the trainers aren’t covering this was son helpful😊
Thanks dad ❤
Amazing tips i just started with fake skin
I like your PRS...
Thank you my master
very imformative, some issues here ive always wondered, and its not like there are many willing to share so freely!!
Thank you so much man 💯 this is literally the best tutorial and channel
Excellent vid like always! I do have to say that the only part I skip is the part with you saying "dont skip" hahaha keep em coming Jono
Watching this not as an artist but as a collector I feel is going to raise my anxiety on my next piece 😂 “is this how Jono would do it???”
🤣🤣 this is the comment of the month!!
Another great video................ Thanks.
Thanks for watching!
Good thing I stuck to the end! I loved your guitar solo!!! Sick!!!
Thank you!!
i jut ordered a tattoo gun on amazon and your videos are really helpful for learning how to use it haha
Thank you for another great video.
Sensei👌thanks
Thank you for not being a typical tattoo @ss-o
I really appreciate your videos. I've learned so much. Thank you 👍
Thanks for watching!
I love the cartoon illustrations. They add a lighthearted humorous tone. A surprising number of tattoo artists take themselves so deadly seriously that it's comical. But also quite obnoxious. Like they're some kind of superior Chosen One, and you are a lowly and common vulgar clod, unworthy of receiving The Holy Writ which only they posess. That's not helpful. This actually teaches you something real in a fun way. Which is a whole lot better than being looked down upon. And he can shred on that guitar pretty good! 😄
Thanks for the awesome comment!
Do you have a video on HOW to correctly hold the tattoogun?
such a big help thank you. I went ahead and subscribed to your page for more great info. Im just starting out and was wondering what needles I should get to practice with?
Thank you your videos are very good
Thanks for watching!
Respect, sir 💕
How many bolts do you do in lining and shading?
Thank you for all the info. You are the best.
Love the guitar by the way.
Thanks for watching!
Thank you always mate for your very in-depth video. I like your use of animation to show representation of what you're talking about. Definitely helps me grasp the concepts better. I would say the heart of any good coil machine would be the coils themselves do you have any recommendations for replacements. I know I'm mostly see you using pin machines. Thank you Juno
I’ve always used Micky Sharpz coils as these were the first ones I ever owned and have never had an issue with them. Though there’s tons of great machine builders out there so there’s plenty of choices. I’d love to try out a Sunskin machine one day.
@@JonoSmithTattoo ty Sir appreciate your info
Hi. I’ve just started tattooing and I’m blacking out my bf arm. I’m using 1227rm but it keeps snagging…like the skin is catching and pulling so then I pull out and start again ..I don’t know if it’s because I’m not going too deep or not deep enough etc just wanting some advice please! Thanks in advance !!
Im pretty sure you've got too much needle hanging out the tip. Try reducing your needle depth slightly by turning your grip anti clockwise (if you're using a pen style machine). This should solve your issue. Let me know if you sort it. Thanks for watching!
@@JonoSmithTattoo thanks for the reply! I’m using a wireless stigma atm and if I twist it anticlockwise it leaves a gap. (Looks like it’s not screwed on properly) Is that still safe? Sorry if it sounds dumb lol I’m new to all this shizzzz
@@crystaltaylor4748 A small gap is normal. When running the machine with a needle cartridge inserted, twist the grip antilock wise to reduce how much the needle hangs out the machine.
@@JonoSmithTattoo perfect Thankyou I appreciate it loads. Hopefully I’ll be tattooing proper clients soon from sunny Huddersfield lol
Do you need to stretch the skin when you are applying shading?
Can you tell how much volt you use for your lines?
I have a cheyenne pen, and it seems so powerful, i am really not sure if i use too much volt...
sir indis video if your hand slow how many volt you set ? newbie here sir tnks
It depends on the machine you’re using. I’ve a video in this subject that will explain everything you need to know about hand speed vs machine speed. You can find it on my channel. Thanks for watching!
love your animations. good info, good channel :)
Thank you!
Rockstar Jono!!
Thanks for watching!
7:28 you’re not exactly at 90 degrees are you? I’m having so much trouble with this, most I can do is 70 ish:(
Thank u so much. Always helpfull.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for all the tips, they really have helped... I had to kinda laugh a little with the in/outta tune comparison, the "in tune" was just a hair out(been a musician since 5, can't help it). Not trying to be an ass, I still listen back to my stuff & cringe all the time from it being way outta tune, hahaha. Hope all is well, thanks again, take it easy...
How to know at what voltage it is running 120 -130 cps??
I love this channel
Thanks for watching!
Very helpful Jono...keep up man!]
Thank you! I’m always making new content for the channel.
Thanks for the content jonno.. weres your studio based or whats its name.. cheers bud.
Thanx (:
Good final!🙌🏿🔥
Thanks for watching!
Great stuff jono
Thank you!
I Love your videos Bro!
Thanks for watching!
I just had to laugh really hard when the right side showed the exact machine I'm holding right now as a bad example. :D
Thanks for the insanely good and thoughtful help, it really is a game changer for me.
I have only tattooed some fake skins and am looking for a pen under 400$ that seems decent for absolute beginners.
I would like to focus on good and solid line work first, no colors - I don't need one for customers. :)
Any ideas? The more videos and recommendations I see, the more confusion in the tattoo machine jungle.
I’d to want a decent machine that doesn’t doesn’t cost the earth, the Hummingbird Bonc Staves is a great choice. Here’s a review and also a 10% discount coupon on your phone at home code on them. Thanks for watching!
Hummingbird Bronc Staves Tattoo Machine Review 2022
ua-cam.com/video/1I9ZGsdnAM4/v-deo.html
@@JonoSmithTattoo Oh wow, thank you for the answer. It means a lot to me and helps so much. I will look at it directly and recommend your channel. These are really great videos! :)
Slow down.
Find your balance.
Breathe.
Thank you
Thanks for watching!
Brilliant cheers
Thanks for watching!
Why’s tattooing so hard😭 thanks tho just bought a cheap machine to practice with
Hi Jono! Pleasant surprise to find your content.
Please, could you tell me the definition of cycle per second? Do you mean the number of punctures per second? Thanks a lot!
Yes that's exactly right. Thanks for watching!
i love you videos ! its the best.... BUT !
i have a question about the tattoo you did at the end! you say to keep a 90 degree angle, but in the video when you make the lines, it looks like you are holding at a 50 - 60 degree angle which you say is bad and can cut the skin, is it the video that makes it look like that or is it me, who misunderstand the whole with 90 degrees ?!
sry for my bad eng!
When filming these videos I have to angle the machine more so the camera view isn’t blocked. This is why the angle looks more exaggerated. If I hold it at 90 then all you can see is the top of the machine. Well spotted! Thanks for watching!
@@JonoSmithTattoo well, then i understand why it looks like that, never thought about it haha and thanks for such a quick response and do not stop making these videos ... rly good and the guitar 😇🙏
Dope video
Thanks for watching!
120-130 cycles means roughly what voltage on a battery? I’m self taught and only 5 months in so sorry for the amateur question
Hey if you don’t ask you don’t know. So on a digital power supply (assuming you’re using a coil machine) the number of Hertz is the CPS your machine is running at. For example, 100 Hertz is 100 CPS. Thanks for watching!
@@JonoSmithTattoo very true. And thank you for the response, I see your really trying to help people get this right and it’s rare in the tattoo community I guess because no one really wants to help me that I know are tattoo artist. Seems like most are stingy with the help. Idk why. So thanks bro! Also I’m using a Mummy tattoo pen machine so I’m not using coils. Can you tell me what it would be on a pen with a mummy battery pack aswell.. also do you know anything about the Mummy brand? I really like this battery pack lasts very long time. Thanks again!!
@@swervv2957 I’ve not had an experience with the Mummy machines so I don’t know what voltages they run at. The cps can be worked out on them if you’ve got the details of the motor. These are usually provided on the description of the machine on the websites.
Jono do you have a video talking about how to know when we are ready to try working on real skin?
I haven’t but I’ll add it to my to do list as this is an excellent subject choice!
@@JonoSmithTattoo awesome Jono thanks for responding 😁
this guy was awesome... rip...
nice
Thanks for watching!
I FUCKEN KNEW HE WAS PLAYING THE GUITAR!
Please help me
Starting to think I spent my Training money on the wrong instructors! Always dependable. If there is someone who throws shade your way, tell them they can kiss MY ass! Good on you fam..
RIP
Hé Jono why do you tell about cycles instead of volts that everyone else use as reference? Rest of the video rocks
The cycles per second (the speed your needle is moving) is the number you should be looking at when running a machine. The amount of volts added to the machine have a direct impact on your CPS. My other videos explain how to work out your CPS from the volts. Thanks for watching!
@@JonoSmithTattoo thanks Jono! I’ll go check if I can find it!
@@johnblack9408 it’s the video ‘How to tune your coil machine like a pro’.
@@JonoSmithTattoo already found it, it’s so cool to see how you evolved from then till now! Learn a lot from your videos! Tip: make a vid explaining how to start every tattoo like low voltages and the least of needle depth so new people figure out the right settings before fucking up. I did a very small tattoo on someone’s ankle and I started with a to high voltage and went too deep for the first cm. Rest of the tattoo is ok but still too high voltage.
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Thank you I really appreciate that!
It actually sucks for real tattooers
@@ProfessorIRONS what do you mean? Why?
Do you tattoo?
Thankyou!
Thank you
Thanks for watching!