Tattoo Dos and Don'ts With Deanna Smith | INKED
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- Опубліковано 4 лис 2018
- Tattoo artist, Deanna Smith, shares some of her dos and don'ts with us when it comes to getting tattooed.
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As a person who lives in an European Country, i find the whole tipping culture in America very odd. Where i come from, we usually only tip in like restaurants and bars and that also only if the service was good. I find it weird that in the US it is pretty much expected that you tip someone even if it's just general service. If you get tipped in my country, it's a sign that you did your job very well and your client is being generous by giving you a bit extra payment, however you are in no way expected to do so...
Tipping is pretty much the wage for many people
In the U.S., the minimum wage for service workers is like between $2-4, compared to the $7+ for everyone else. The employer (and the government that decided on the minimum wage) is making the employee rely almost entirely on tips. This means that if you don't tip, the waiter might literally not afford to eat that day.
Aurora Häkli that’s ruff! In Germany the minimum wage will be 9,11€ in a couple months. Sounds really shitty with the tipping in the us
Yeah well people choose their jobs and know what their gonna make. The argument of single mothers is well overplayed. How about you make better choices and not let your fuck boy get you pregnant without a better plan in life.
Aurora Häkli in New York for tipped workers its $8.65 with a tip allowance of no more than $4.35 per hour.
I don't get America's weird obsession with tipping. Tipping is supposed to be an act of generosity. If you're _expected_ to tip doesn't that kind of defeat the purpose?
Americans don't have a minimum wage so in most cases service industry workers can be paid like $4/hour. They therefore almost solely rely on tips for income. Hence, Americans have a necessary culture of tipping.
When I was a waitress I was paid less than $4/hr hourly. While people should certainly tip waitresses here, I agree that it is a stupid system that needs to be changed... and I think it's getting to be ridiculous how many jobs expect tips when it can all be fixed by the owners just paying them better.. I understand a tip for an extra special service, but it's confusing and embarrassing when it becomes expected but not agreed upon ahead of time.
Aaron McDonald we absolutely have a minimum wage in almost every case,Really the only exception is when your receiving a service. Haircuts, tatoos, taxi, food services, ext. workers in the service industry don’t have minimum wage because its thought that they will make the same or more with tips.
My best friend gets paid $2.33 an hour as a waitress.....her last paycheck was $26.00. Seriously....without tips she wouldn't be able to live.
@@aaronmcdonald2877 America does have a minimum wage of $7.25 and generally the tipped amount depends on the quality of the service. Horrible service 0% of the bill. Decent service 10%. Great service 20%. Outstanding service 25%. That is generally how it works. Coming from someone who lives in America.
tipping someone who has control over their price seems extremely odd. if you want more money put your price up..
yea like my artist said to bring around 200/250 $ but ended up charging me 270, and i luckily brought 270 so i can tip him
soo yea that was weird
I think it is more accurate to compare tipping your artist to tipping a hair stylist. Tattoo artists frequently work on a commission or split with the shop they are at, which I think many people don't know. So when you get charged $300 for a tattoo, the artists usually isn't getting the whole $300. The way I see it is if someone tips me, even if it is not 20% of the tattoo price I am happy and grateful. But if they don't I just assume they don't know tipping is normal and I don't get upset about it either.
@@angelsilvasy2484 surely they price to include that? i have a business selling online, there are perks for offering free post so i adjust the price to compensate for it.
I mean they have the base price and if they do a really nice job then you’d want to tip them so that they remember you and will be happy for you to come back and work with you again. But it’s weird to hear the artist charge you with the tip added. Tips are supposed to be optional but extremely recommended
Tipping is such an American centric thing, why can't people pricr their services at a normal living wage rate instead of depending on the generosity of your clients?
Because in America, the service industry is paid less hourly because the management understands they make a lot of money off of tipping, I remember seeing a business didn't like that so they decided to pay their wait staff with more hourly and did not encourage tips at all, and the staff on payroll protested because they made more and the change back was actually implemented because they were getting more bad reviews because the staff weren't as driven to give good service because there were no tips involved with good performance. So there's a lot behind why certain services rely on tips for different jobs, it's something that I wondered too.
I'm in the states and completely agree. The only time I feel it's necessary to tip is in a restaurant and that's only because I know they get paid shit. If they would fix that, I wouldn't feel compelled.
ive actually heard many top end tattooers that don't expect tips deanna smith is over paided and expects tips which is sad
I know that s not your point but tipping is a pretty big thing in Romania in Europe as well
@@itsmechrispy6083 I'm from the Netherlands, and people only ever tip once in a while when they can afford a little extra but really only as a nice gesture and not because anybody is not making enough money it's not expected or needed
"It's rude for you to try to negotiate on price, but it's not rude if I expect _extra_ money after you've paid the price we agreed on up front -- if not more."
The irony is simply hilarious.
Im not in the industry, just friends with a lot of tattooers and have a lot of my body covered. The mentality is this. The price is the time spent on it, (if its 3 hours spent doing the work you pay 150 an hour you pay 450). The tip is for the extra value, did the artist stay late to do your tattoo, did they take a very simple idea and knock it out of the park, did they take you last minute, generally go the extra mile. Is it necessary, no not really. But i tend to tip like that. If my server just brings the food, no tip. If the server talks to us, is super nice, goes the extra mile, big tip.
@@davidliftsheavycircles Nobody else making/charging $150/hr expects tips, though. At that point, you're a professional, and you should expect to get paid and treated like one. Lawyers stay late to work on cases all the time, same rate. Doing a great job and providing great service just mean I'm more likely to come to you for another job or recommend you to others.
I find your position on tipping servers ironic given your position on tipping $150/hr professionals. Servers are paid almost entirely on tips. While I think that's a terrible system, I know it means I'm expected to tip for the time I took up the table as long as the server wasn't rude or completely inattentive to us. A basic tip is the default, and it should only be deducted for as a penalty for _bad_ service that the server could control (i.e. not the kitchen's fault). If the server goes the extra mile, they deserve a larger-than-normal tip, because I can afford it, they deserve it, and it can make a huge difference in their income and/or offset bad tippers.
@@bloodgain i see whar you mean man. Thats just what i do, everyone is different and we can always just not tip. You know? Im just explaining how artists that im close with view it
@@davidliftsheavycircles I think along those lines as well. After a few tattoos, you get an idea of what artists charge. Once you have an idea of what a "fair price" is for the type of work you're getting and the time it takes, it's a lot easier to figure out what an appropriate tip is. $400 for a 2 hour simple, but good tattoo? Probably not a lot of room for a tip there. $200 for a 2 hour well-done custom tattoo? I'd give them a good tip. Did they slap a stencil on and go to work, or did they move it a few times to make sure the placement was perfect? Did they take your idea and knock it out of the park with a unique piece just for you, or did they draw up a design based on the best image from the first page of google image search results? Did they consider your existing tattoos and coordinate the shape, placement, and colors to fit well with what you already have? Did they return your emails in a timely manner, or was there always a long delay between each reply? All of these things make a difference to me in how I tip. I get why some people choose not to I guess, but I like to tip and think it's a good idea, especially if you plan to return to that artist for more work. It seems like the attitude from the artists I've had regarding tips is "appreciated but not required," and it's worth evaluating what the artist did that you appreciated but wasn't required of them and tip accordingly.
I feel like i could offend tattoo artist so easily with any candid question , it's become worse than walking on egg shells
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@@sglen-pekse4995 Thank you I corrected, I am French.
Exactly man
I understand that the artist wants to be treated in a nice way, but I don't think you should kiss his a* and handle him in a special way.
I wish tattoo artists were more open about their pricing tho. If I have to email to find out pricing (even just hourly rate or general pricing) and I don't have the money atm it just wastes both our time.
I know what you mean, but tattooing is art and you can't name price before you do it
@@leoohrnberg1908 I mean they can give a range. I saw a video in this channel and the artists where mad about people asking for an approximate of hours it would take , or even just their hour rate
@@karenanahizamudiozavala7815 Haha i remember that video people in the comment section were so mad 😄
Leo Ohrnberg then that’s asking for people to come up short.
Many creative people are divas and notoriously bad at math. There are many great artists who are terrible entrepreneurs, most of them actually. Rude, unapproachable, arrogant, touchy, not very forthright and often unaccountable.
Smiling at people, greeting them, giving them a quick pitch and your range is standard in other industries. Things most tattoo artists don't seem to understand.
Here's a solution. Ask for a deposit first, to start, then the remainder halfway through. If they can't produce the funds they leave with half a tattoo, and the artist still covers their costs.
If people want to pay extra on top of that, swell! If they don't, the artist still hits their target and doesn't have to hold their breath for a tip.
If I'm paying $500 or more for a tattoo - I'm not tipping. "I went above and beyond." You charged me $100 an hour, I think we're even.
As an artist in a different field, you’re absolutely right. After we agreed on a certain price for my time and skills, unless the client brings up something during the process, that’s how much they’ll be paying, not a dollar more. The fact they’ll be getting great quality work and that I’ll be friendly is a given, you don’t put an additional price tag on that.
$100 an hour isn’t even what most good artists charge they’ll charge much more than that Lmfao
@Mandie Shumway I tioped my artist when i got my work done, just cause they were a nice human being during the process and friendly. But yeah not every artist deserves a tip. A sign where I got my first tattoo one of their sign rules was "ALWAYS TIP" which is kinda rude tbh
Except your not on minimum wage like a waitress. The UK is very different. There is no expectations to tip especially if you are already paying hundreds for your Tattoo
True but I still always try and tip. The artists I've been to are so nice I feel bad not tipping 😂
@@23tinkerbell101014 it's nice to give
Waitresses actually get paid significantly less than minimum wage in the US. 😭 I don’t understand why a tip has to be offered when most shops don’t just charge for the tattoo, they also charge for the drawing. Artists also charge what they want. So if all the bases are covered, why should I tip?
@@MadHatta555 Im not sure where you get your info, but servers dont get paid less than minimum wage. Thats illegal, fuck....its called minimum wage for a reason.
I had work done with an artist charging £130 per hour and he still had the nerve to make some bitchy comment about tipping him lol. Like wtf mate!? I worked out that I had to work over 52 hours in my old job just to save enough money to pay him for one 3.5 hour session. Greedy fukker 😂
An artist charging 100$ + an hour does NOT need a tip. Tips are for ppl who make less than minimum wage
What's even funnier, she charges fucking 250/hr and she's talking about tipping.
Do you not tip your hairstylist either?
@@GirlWhoLikesLicking hairstylists dont charge 100$+
@@GirlWhoLikesLicking As a master of fact I do not. Is that a thing in the U.S.?
I’m a stylist and some of my colors are hundreds of dollars and I expect to be tipped too
these videos make me scared to get tattoos cos i feel like they'll just roast me lol
Many come across as very judgemental... which is kind of ironic.
Fuck them. They're seriously needlessly cruel sometimes. Egos got too big. If it's something you've thought through and will love your whole life, GO FOR IT
How is someone who makes their own pay per hour gonna expect a tip?
Tipping is just a common courtesy. They dont care how much. Plus next time u come in they'll take good care of u...maybe even a discount
A good chunk of their money goes to the shop for renting the chair and their supplies as well. Tipping is a courtesy but it also helps compensate for the expenses.
Tattoo artists DO NOT make an hourly wage. They completely rely on clients coming in for tattoos and a portion of the cost of the tattoo goes straight to the tattoo shop. Tipping goes straight to the artist.
@@ryanpesch6604 not a discount if you've already given a tip
@@zahirmehmood It is when u give a $20 tip and u get $100 off next time
i wish i could mute the word “tips” from this comment section
I Wish i could mute Juliette marzio
Yes! The amount of people saying "Do I tip my dentist or lawyer? No. why should I tip a tattoo artist who can control the price? Tips are only for those who make minimum wage." Is astonishing. (Plus them going after those who DO tip their artists. That ain't right.)
If i make $15 an hour and they charge $150 and hour sorry if i dont feel the need to tip a person who makes more in an hour than i make in a whole day. I dont hate on those who do tip though.
Hahaha, seriously though
Is EVERY comment about tipping 🤣🤣🤣
I'm a landscaper, it cost customers hundreds to thousands of dollars for my service. I never expect them to tip.
I do understand why bargaining about a price is rude and I don't think it's fair either. You either do accept the hourly rate or you don't, but "can you do something about the price?" is something that was SO annoying even when I worked in retail. I can imagine what it's like.
But tipping? Nah, man. I mean, I come from Germany, tipping is quite common here, but only like a few cents to "round up" in a café or something. Yes, you DO put your "heart and soul" into a "piece of art", but you're also a service provider. I pay for a service that you offer, voluntarily, the hourly rate should also include your heart and soul. If it doesn't, you need to raise it. I don't tip my hair dresser, I don't tip my doctor, I don't tip my mechanic, I don't tip the cashier in the retail store I see more often than my tattoo artist. To expect even more money is rude in my opinion.
Carolin Cäcilia well bargaining for a price over a $5 shirt is a little different than wanting to know the price of a hundreds of dollars tattoo. most tattoo artists wont even tell you the price until they finish the tattoo
Well she's American, obviously. It's American culture. They tip service providers. It's rude not to. In Europe we don't do that. But that's culture.
I do sometimes do tip my mechanic or hair dresser, but only if they provide a good service. But I don't think that tipping a tattoo artist should be expected. I am also from Germany btw
Yeah tipping is ok if I pay at least like 50-70 dollars for it I will be like ok here you go have 2 euro more or 5 at least
But if I pay 100 euro for let's say a haircut why would I tip you
If its your shop the income will be yours 100 %
And from that income you pay your Shop expenses like electricity, shop rent, water and such. And that is averagly 30% so in the end you will still have 70% income because the 30% is still your income you just had to use that to pay for shit
So don't act like you don't get all the money i pay you XD
Just a heads up you should tip your hairdresser in America
How can you possibly compare tipping a tattoo artist to a waiter/waitress lmao
n a z makes more sense to tip a tattoo artist, much more difficult and precise work.
@@DurkDiggler yeah but they do what they love and they don't have an ass for a boss that gives waiters like 500 a month.
@@DurkDiggler but it's not like they literally depend on tips as like half their income like waiters do
@@DurkDiggler you're pretty dumb, tattooers choose the price and they sure as hell don't depend on tips like waiters
Also....Don't forget tipping your doctor
Never go to a tattoo artist who says you are a walking advertisment.
Its MY body and it will be on MY body for rest of MY life.
Most of the people who i'll meet wont ask me who did my tattoo. The worst thing is that she sayed this on afther care. ''you want your tattoo to look the best because you are a walking advertisment'' No I want my tattoo to look the best because its on my body and I want to look best.
Nadiina L.
I think what she was getting at is that the artist wants the tattoo to look good because the customer is a walking advertisement. Her pronouns were a little tricky. She has a financial incentive to make sure your tattoo heals well and still looks good in five years. Even after you’ve paid, it’s in her best interest to give you good advice about healing your tattoo and to help you take care of it in the upcoming days. Every artist has a different approach to after-tattoo care that is best for the type of tattoo that they give. You should listen to your tattooer’s advice about your specific tattoo and not someone else’s because the last thing your tattooer wants is for you to be running around with a poorly healed tattoo talking about the infection you got after going to their shop.
Forgive me, but my American is not so fluent, what does it mean where you said "The worst thing that she sayed on..."
Lol uhm, if it’s a good piece and others are amazed by it, I promise they will ask who did it.
Tipping has gone way too far in the United States
She charges 2000 per day minimum. And she wants a tip lol
Deanna smith charges 250/hr and about the only top tattoo artist that ive heard that expect tips
She’s speaking for more than just herself
She charges what? Omg that's insane!
Tipping is just a common courtesy. They dont care how much. Plus next time u come in they'll take good care of u...maybe even a discount. And u get wht u pay for. U want a $50 piece of shit done by a coked up scratcher in his basement. U get wht u get. Cheap doesnt mean good dumbasses
@@ryanpesch6604 i dont mind paying 180 tops but shes not worth lawyer/doctor money bro
My artist is much cheaper than her too. He does some hourly but usually session or tapout sessions. A full day tap out is $400. Im just saying in general. I still tip too
I find it disgusting that some people EXPECT to be tipped. Here's why:
1 - maybe the client can not afford to tip after saving up to be tattoo'd by a admired artist (for eg, my first tattoo cost around 800gbp) and as much as i would have liked, I couldn't afford to tip.
2 - as a service provider (also better known as a tattoo artist!) - you set your own rates and agree them with your client. To then expect more money is just not fair and rude.
3 - to keep hearing this 'tip your artist' from respect channels is just not right. Channels such as this act as a industry voice and to portray the industry like this is very one sided.
Just my views and am sure she can tattoo very well
Completely agree. I've seen this been said before and it's quite ridiculous to compare it to a waiter. I've also seen something that really annoys me. Where tattoo artists hate being asked how much? In my opinion I'd ask how much so I know I can afford it
Most tattoo artists dont really set the rate!! The shop has a big part in it and they take a BIG cut of the money the tattoo artist earns! So a tip can help the artist but it Is above all a sign of appreciation, if the artist is going above and beyond for YOU, one way you can show your appreciation is by going above and beyond with their pay (a tip) does not have to be a lot but a bit of something is courteous. If you dont understand courtesy, then I guess you just cannot understand the concept or tipping. (And for the record not all artists expect everyone to tip, they aren't going to be angry with you if you dont tip, there isnt some chip on their shoulder about it like you seem to think)
Tipping is a ridiculous system that needs to go away. It's not even done in other countries, at least as far as I know. In other countries employers actually pay their employees a proper wage, although the prices are higher so everything balances out. It's only here that people get paid a slave wage and then are expected to survive off of the handouts of customers. And if you try to justify it by saying "well, if they don't do a good job then they don't get a tip": doing a good job should just be expected, it shouldn't be something extra that gets you a bigger tip. You don't do a good job, then you no longer have a job. See how simple that is?
James Langner artist should get tipped 🙄
Honestly, I get that it's normal in the U.S. because the system's like that but in Europe, tipping is really uncommon and can even seem rude depending on the case. It's uncomfortable if someone offers you more money because you already agreed upon a price. So it really depends on where you live. 🤷♀️
You tip a tattoo artist? I don't tip my mechanic. Why don't you just price your rates accordingly? You tip a waiter because they're usually paid min wage and need to earn their extra wages. Do tat artists get paid min wage?
Phillip Arpin you tip people for their service.
Just like a hair stylist you’re supposed to tip your artist.
Otherwise don’t get tattoos.
Tattoo artists make their own price, but they pay for there spot in the shop. They pay for their paper towels, ink, little cups to hold the ink, needles, and a million other little things. So by the time they got all that, they still need a little something... Not to mention, they're working hard on their art FOR you. So it's nice to be like "omg you worked so hard on this, and it looks greats, so here's an extra $20-30 for yourself!"
Most appreciates are on little to no money paid. Usually shops take a majority of the money paid for rent, shop unkeep, insurance, restocking ink, needles, etc.
By the time all that is deducted, new artists and apprentices are lucky to make minimum wage for the 1st few months or years depending on the shop management
Tattooers are already getting paid, they shouldn't do a better tattoo on you just to get a bigger tip. Tipping must go!
@@thedyingunicorn dont get tattoos in america*
Yeah, youre providing us a service. And we're providing you a job.
Even my barber who recently opened up his own shop knows that building genuine relationships with the clients is a good long term investment. Forcing people to pay more than what you two agreed will lead them to your competition.
My newest tattoo was quoted at £200 for 3 hours, with two small breaks it took 4 and a half hrs and my artist did not charge me more as he said that's what he quoted, I was also in the shop after closing time. So I did give a tip not a large one due to money but I wanted to give even a small tip due to the fact the tattoo went over time, how friendly he was, how well the tattoo was done and the fact he didn't charge extra.
The whole tipping thing in America is just weird
M.L. Soll lol yeah some places if you use your card it’ll bring up a screen and ask if you want to give tips $1 $4 $8 lmao
This lady in the video seems full of her self. Not all Americans expect tips
It's because they want to dodge the taxes that honest workers pay.
yeah when I see that it make me want to tip less and I'm a good tipper. I don't equate that with the waiter. If service is really good...I double the tax and that's what it is
And also don't include tax in the price marked. wtf if this shit. If I want something that's 60 bucks or go out for a dinner that's 60 bucks I gotta pay more than 60 and I'll admit I'm stupid but it fucks with my mind. How easy life would be if they could just mark the price or just include however much they want?
you tip if you feel like tipping, period
What would a tattoo artist do to make you feel like giving a tip? What don't they do to make you not want to? Is it all about their attitude?
Like if they go above and beyond maybe I would tip.. I do art commissions and have never expected tips, a few times iv gotten an extra little bit bc they felt I did a really good job. Its nice but you set your own prices to your art, if you charge too little and expect/ rely on clients to tip then tough lol.
@@inked if the tattoo is really amazing of course I will tip them but don't expect me to tip you like 50$ I tip at max. 10 $ if it costs 100 and above that is already alot
But if I have only money for the tattoo price I will give them like 0.50 cent
People need to start realizing that money is important and that some people can only afford this stuff like once a year
So its kinda rude to be like " yeah give us tips" like no
See it like this right
Do you give every waitress tips? Do you give every hairstylist tips?
I give as much tips as I feel is justified for the service that I got
So I don't like that they give us a.. What's it called
A tip range let's call it that
On how much I shall and shall not tip that's just rude
Inked I bought my artist a coffee (I asked what he liked), then my brother paid for the rest of our tattoos (deposit was $60/ea. which is what I paid). The artist asked for $120-$125 for each tattoo, which was totally worth it!
Never Tip Life right here
deanna smith charges $250 an hour and expects 15-20% as a tip let that sink in ppl
crooked ace the thing is, all tattoo artists expect tips for how quality the work is. It’s not just her, and she’s not going to be an outlier and tell people to not tip her when that’s just how it works in the industry she’s in. I wasn’t aware of how much Deanna’s work costs, but part of why I’m here is because I’m trying to find out more about her because she’s my top artist preference. Deanna is legendary. She has a unique and fantastic style and she does tattoo seminars teaching her specialty (unique/realistic roses) to other artists because she’s just that well known for it. You’re not going to go for her to get just any tattoo, people go to her for a very specific style of art. It would be pretty odd to go to her for some tiny generic line work tattoo. She was 2018’s best tattoo artist in Dallas and she was on season 10 of Ink Masters which is in my opinion the best marketing for quality artists. Her work is sought after because of her specific style and thus she matches her price to the demand. Yes she charges a steep price, but also she is incredibly famous in the tattoo community and tons of people have been more than eager to pay what she charges, so it makes no sense for her to cost as much as the average artist.
Her work is amazing. I have multiple pieces from her and she is very conscientious to give you a quality tattoo. I can't tell you how many compliments I've gotten on my tattoos. But hey, you don't want a tattoo from her, you do you. I'll take that spot in her long waiting list.
@@jordant9392 She is SO worth it. I have multiple from her. What are you looking to get?
@@jamiekirk2055 One of her roses! I want some geometric lines (likely an upside down triangle) under floral work on my shoulder blade! I figure she's the perfect artist to go to!
@Jordan T she charges $2500 flat rate now. There is NO hourly that’s what she charges regardless. I’m also not talking crap about the price I would gladly pay her that to tattoo me for the day but I’m definitely getting more than a Rose for that price😳
I am so glad European service industry knows what their work is worth of and they ask for the right amount without being shady and then shaming customers for not being generous enough.
Tipping is a way to allow you to lower your advertised prices. You work for yourself, set your own rates, why should you get away with saying $150 for a tat and then expect a $50 tip?
"We wanna be tipped for that, just like a waiter or waitress." Riiiiiight. A waiter or waitress who makes less then minimum wage and subsists almost entirely on tips is exactly the same thing as a tattoo artist who charges hundreds of dollars an hour. Getting tips is great. Expecting them is not.
Tipping is so different over here in Germany, when I ask Tattooartists and other tattooed people, most act very confused when I ask about tipping. It is not really done over here as far as I know.
Same here in Sweden. I tried to tip my tattoo artist and he just refused to take the extra cash, but eventually he did and gave me a hoodie lol
same in brazil, honestly i think this tipping thing is only in the US
Yeah in germany tipping is only common for waiters and hairdressers as far as I know because they don't earn a lot of money.. but noone will get mad at you if you don't tip them. I am a hairdresser and I only get mad when people give me 5 cents and expect me to be super grateful for that lol
@@greybone7938 Same happened in Copenhagen. The tattoo artist said "you wouldn't tip an artist for a painting". On the other side the price is high compared to what I hear in the US, but worth it.
I've been tattooed in Germany and my artists were very thankful, it's not about what is expected but just kindness, yes you're paying for the tattoo but the artist is taking there time to tattoo you when they maybe could have done other things or so. I just think its kind and even just a small tip shows that you appreciate the artist
Entire comment section "Tipping! Tipping. TIPPING. TiPpInG"
so many comments about the tipping part. I'm canadian and I tipped my tattoo artist, he never asked nor is it really needed in canada but it's just a way to show appreciation. I also bought him a shirt designed by one of his (and my) favorite tattoo artists. Tattoos are something that last forever. I am extremely appreciative that he was able to take my idea and make something amazing that I get to wear forever. Tipping was my way of saying thank you. I made sure to set aside more than enough money before getting any tattoos because when you get a tattoo you need to focus on the art of it rather than the price of it. It may be a common thing here in the americas but it's just something nice to do in our culture. I get the frustration from other countries though.
If someone wanted to show appreciation for my work with giving me money, I would feel horrible. Let's go back to normal human conversations, OK? Is it that hard to say it out loud if you really mean you appreciate the work? When someone says "Thank you so much" or "You're outstanding", it warms my heart and stays with me.
I always try to bring someone. I never thought the friend or boyfriend I brought with me disrupted the artist. My friend or boyfriend is there to give me water... candy or juice (need the sugar after all that adrenaline) or the iced water bottle to cool me down when the pain is intense and always give a 20$ tip. If any of that is a problem to my artist ... I'd hope he'd say something... I can't guess this sort of thing.
Was expecting a full video about actual tattooing: technicalities, lines, b&w/colors, good/bad designs for the long term, different styles of tattoos, etc etc. Got really disappointed.
Okay, but how does tipping tattooers work in countries where tipping waitresses etc. isn't a thing? In my country tipping isn't a thing, I assume the same goes for tattoo artists?
In america people should stop tipping, the tattooers shouldn't do an extra better job or treat you better just because you're a better tipper
@@greenrobot5 you're really passionate about not wanting people to tip lmao i've seen you on like two or three comment threads already
I gotta comment on more than one cause youtube doesn't notify me of every single answer @@lizwoodard7726
milsmils I’ve tipped my tattoo artist in an EU country where it’s not normal, just because she was absolutely awesome - I filled in from a spot that was cancelled (I’d been following her on Instagram for ages and saw her story), but I had a complicated concept.:A detailed portrait with a couple of elements. Given the negative notice, I would have fully understood if she had rejected it, especially since around 15 minutes later, a guy showed up and asked for something way simpler. She kindly scheduled the other dude and worked her butt off with my tattoo that took 6 hours to ink. On top of that she was super sweet and fun. I’d say I tip for wonderful work and service, but it’s not given. If I go to an artist and pay for their work, I expect them to do it, but if they do more than expected, I’ll tip.
@@LionUniverse14 That's how I imagine it would work for me as well, tipping for good work, great effort and such. Thanks for sharing your story, that's exactly the kind of example I was hoping I'd hear.
Tipping , let's get real here you're not a server at your local Diner you're a highly skilled professional charging top dollar do I tip my dentist no do I tip a lawyer no
If your lawyer is spending hours at a time near your crotch, like an artist would when they ink a thigh piece, please tip that lawyer!
@@inked you conveniently used the lawyer and not the dentist otherwise your argumentary would have been completely null! Dentists spend hours in your mouth trying to fix rotten teeth. They don't get tipped.
Jesus Christ, dentists and lawyers get paid far more than Tattoo artists. You have no idea what the actual cost behind a tattoo is. They pay for the supplies (ink, needles, ointment) that they have to use to tattoo you. They also usually pay rent and possibly utilities for the store front that they tattoo out of. They also may not live near the shop they work out of, so they are paying for gas to get there... When all is said and done, it not like they are just pocketing a wad of cash at the end of the night. I don't know if you have tattoos but if you do you know that if the artist is a good one, they will put in the time and care to make you feel good about getting tattooed. One way or another they work hard as hell and I feel they deserve every penny they get and then some.
@@chubbyboy2242 the rent and commute argument is true for any business owner so whatever. I'd say the tipping issue is purely an american thing. It can sometimes even be considered rude in some places in europe to tip people and it's entirely not expected of anyone. I tipped my tattoo artist cuz she took extra time (about an hour or so) to make the tattoo perfect without charging me for it and she treated me to coffee along the way. But here when a tattoo artist tells you a price, that's what you're expected to pay
@@michjackson4eGood for you. I get that your country doesn't tip. But does that mean your country is right and mine is wrong? So its rude in some countries, but it not rude in America so whatever. All I know is Tattooing is a very specialized skill and in my opinion from what I've experienced getting tattooed, I feel the artists deserved more than what the going rate is. If you guys don't believe in tipping then don't. My issue is with people implying all tattoo artists are rich and pocketing a wads of cash every night. Or implying that they are greedy for wanting a tip. There's a lot more to it then just you coming in for a tattoo and they put it on you. Like I said supplies, rent, electricity, gas or whatever. A lot of the money goes right back into the business.
Pricing for tattoos has gone through the roof in the last few years due to the recent rise in popularity, even after paying $600+ for a 3 hour session the artist expects a tip as well?!?! We don't tip mechanics or tradesmen or cashiers etc. Sounds like greed, plain and simple. On top of that I have been quoted a price and then at the end of the session I am told the bill is twice or more what the quote was. Complete BS in my opinion. These greedy artists are going to ruin the industry for everyone.
her day rate is $1200 so i'm supposed to give 10 - 20% on top of that? insane.
This channel has given me the perception that tattoo artists are snobs.
I think there are more artists that don't have this type of thinking than not. I've had some amazing artists and they don't think this way. Like I'm paying you $200 and hour and you keep comparing yourself to a waiter that barely make minimum wage. That's ridiculous and arrogant asf. Can you imagine if everybody that has a job wanted a tip? Yes, Im your bank teller, I gave you your money, tip me? Yes, Im your mechanic, I fixed your car, tip me? Yes, I take and deliver your mail, tip me? ITS YOUR JOB.
I don't see it .. they seem chill asf that's why i keep watching them
Im sure there are snobby artists, but at the end of the day they are experienced workers that have to defend their trade
Speak respectfully, be honest with your artist about what you want, and (after researching their style) be open to the fact that they're human
You'll very likely be happy after each session
John Pascual they are. Straight up. They think they’re gods gift to earth. Every tattoo artist I’ve met is like that.
I knew her in high school, went to same arts magnet and had several classes with her.was even kind of tight with her. Not a snob, really sweet girl just financially savvy
Because just like clothes or any other mainstream industry tattoos are in high demand
Tipping??? Some of the top tattoers charges between 80-150 an hour! Should someone tip 10% on a 800 dollar tattoo?!?! Some people make only double of it a momth.
Get real
Saar Hay don’t get tattooed then. Tattoos are a luxury item. 80-150/hr is average to cheap at best for a decent artist.
Eddy Herrera Tell em Eddy
Well I guess you can’t afford the tattoo then! I wouldn’t go near an artist charging only $80 an hour. You get what you pay for
Saar Hay lol 150 an hour... any artist with a decent social media following charges at least 250+ US minimum.
I dont live in the US idiots. I just gave a number to so that what she said doeant make sense (and you guys just made my point by saying that it should cost 300. So 300*8h=2400 which means 240 tip, no body should get a TIP of 240 dollar... Maybe a really good hoker) . I live im europe where the prices are more reasonable... And we have health insurance, you know normal place.
what if I'm getting a full japanese sleeve. Do you really expect me to tip on multiple 6 hour sessions?
....yes?
Paid 3k for the tattoos and they're still expecting 15-25% tips. So more than 450 for tips lol.
No no no, tipping??? if i tip my tattoo artist he would probably punch me, it is disrespectful to tip an artist.
I’m a graphic designer, I don’t expect my clients to tip me! Oh the shame!
^^yes, that is more comparable than a waitress. Maybe they want a tip since they are spending more time with people and having to be "on stage" a little more? But then why aren't teachers tipped when they also have to be creative, be "on" like a performer, and use their own salary to buy kids pencils because their parents are dicks. Do you tip actors at the theatre? I think tattooers are angry at the wrong people. Maybe it's their crappy bosses that made them scrub floors with a toothbrush for 2 years before they could watch them do a tattoo and then doesn't want to pay them a proper wage.
I think it's a cultural thing
How do you like being a graphic designer? I actually am looking to take some classes for it.
@@101mahina actually no. even in areas where tipping is normal like north america. If you are working in a service industry like waiting, chef, etc. Then maybe... but a person that works in a trade or in this case, artistic area of business, then no... tipping should not be necessary. Artistry falls in its own category.
A sculptor doesn't request a tip after being paid for their creation. They get paid per art piece.
A person that makes pottery doesn't get paid a tip for their vase. They get paid by the piece of pottery they create.
When you buy a CD/DVD do you tip the producer/director for the film/movie? No they get paid by the item sale itself.
My issue with hygiene is I get pre tattoo sweats. I'm a very anxious person. apologies to every person who ever has to tattoo me
Oh, there's nothing wrong about that. Sweating per se is not the problem, and if you wear (or don't need) deodorant it shouldn't be an issue. The real gross part is the obviously 'aged' sweat smell that people who haven't showered for days develop. Anyone can tell the difference, and not taking this in consideration shows a clear lack of regard for your artist.
Love Deanna's work so much 😍😍
I love my artist cause she’s nice and understands my limits(both financially and emotionally), I’ve gotten two tattoos with her now and she hasn’t hit me up for tips and she’s been really good about being careful/delicate and quick.
I don't get why tattoo artists compare themselves to waiters/waitresses. Like, people are not inclined nor expected to tip. If service is excellent as in they do something so innovative and amazing that's never been done before, yeah a tip makes sense. But if your hourly rate is +$200/hr and do a generic tat then how can you ask for a tip? Plus if you're no longer an apprentice or own your own shop or are up on the ladder, you set your price. And that price like all other self owners, should account into whatever expenses you have. It's absurd how this one guy charged a friend $200 for a tat that wasn't even close to what they discussed. And then had the audacity to be pissed that my friend didn't tip him.
Tipping a tattoo artist is horseshit. You literally have the power to adjust your wage.
lmao, tipping. Such an American thing, raise your prices or fight for higher pay. Dont put regular people on a guilt trip for not paying more than what is alreadh enough. Guilt trip the big boys in suit
Fuck america boi
we're trying.
kniter guilt trip? Labor laws in the US are extremely unfavorable for workers. Local state level laws are even worse: this year, at least two states want to pass a law that strips teachers of their teaching license (making it impossible to work) if the teacher participated in a strike. The US Supreme Court has recently approved laws that strip power from unions.
You even have cases where companies renege on signed contracts to expand their factories because the workers unionized. Finally, the body that investigates complaints of unfair labor practices like that, the National Labor Relations Board, is full of management allies hostile to workers and receives so little funding it can hardly function.
Most servers make a killing $25-$38 an hour some nights you leave with nothing wanna cry and owe money because not enough people tipped you other nights you leave making a higher hourly wage than most
Ceibhfhionn this woman isn’t a server and these tattoo artists spend hours making GOOD money. They. Do. Not. NEED. tips.
I don’t understand any of these comments saying they dislike her personality. She comes across as very clear and concise
I've always thought about how do people smell when getting tattooed, especially on ink master. I'm glad this is something she addressed!
if its a good tattoo u get a tip, if its a poor tattoo for whatever reason (yours or theirs) u just dont get a tip, i think artists seem to forget that.
TRUe TRUe Exactly how I feel. I got one today actually and with lack of sleep and no breakfast started getting light headed after 4 hours. Dude completely stopped, grabbed a soda and honey bun and didn’t rush me back. Gave him a tip just for that.
TRUe TRUe tipping a tattoo artist doesn't make any sense. I don't tip my mechanic for fixing my car at his preset hourly rate. I don't tip my dentist for their services. Tipping a tattoo artist should be customer preference only, regardless of the quality of the tattoo you get. If you're receiving a quality tattoo to begin with, you're already going to be paying a premium price.
Right? Go above and beyond FIRST, and then I will tip you. I'm already paying for the service.
@@klarkgoros2343 What is the above and beyond behavior you wish you saw more of?
@@inked I was just referring to what Deanna said. Really it can be so many things. Clients also want to feel valued, and there's no one way to do that. I've worked for tips before so I know how it feels to bust ass and get stiffed, but the mindset that you are entitled a tip is toxic imo and that gets passed on to the customer. Tipping is about appreciation, and that's up to the artist.
i think what most people dont get about tipping is, yes your tattoo artist is charging $100+ per hour but they also put in a lot of work on your custom design when you werent around. if you commission an artist for a piece, you should tip them. if youre getting flash then tipping isnt as important bc they can do lots of those. but if your design is one of a kind, and youre happy with it, its a fantastic way to let your artist know you really appreciate them.
Good info, lots of details. Thanks for putting this video together.
I've never tipped an artist, thousand quid a session me thinks a crapy little tip would be insulting!
The reason you have a client take care of their tattoos is because that person becomes an ADVERTISEMENT for you? Not because it’s going to be on someone’s body for the rest of their lives? I get it, artists should take pride in their work and if they are the best the should be recognized as such. But it’s someone’s body, not a marketing campaign.
Take things under context, the same girl said that being nice and friendly to clients needs to be priced as well, makes sense she doesn’t think about the clients and how she impacts them.
I always tip. Mostly because the shop I go to doesn’t charge by the hour and they do really good work.
I searched for a long time for the best in Texas and Deanna was the top. I'm real happy I was able to watch this to know how to accommodate Deanna through the process and the best option to reach her. I'm a huge tipper, and as for the hygiene, I have OCD so I shower 3 times daily. lol! Can't wait to set my appointment! 🙌
Trust me, I do not mind tipping a good tattooer... Cause they're literally putting art, forever, on my body!! It's worth a tip!
She's awfully bare for a tatt artist. It's what I thought all the comments were gonna be about, but apparently tipping is freaking ppl out 😂 I paid $600 for a dope black and grey realistic king snake from a contestant on Ink Master, and I tipped my dude $120. Good work deserves good money 👍
Y'all do what you do, I'm gonna keep tipping my artist with weed.
Twyla DiesAtTheEnd
I bet your artist loves you.
how much does it hurt? like how would a tattoo on my arm hurt and how long would it hurt for?
I use the same tattoo artist for my ink. I always tip him and in return he will usually tattoo longer then expected. Tipping makes me feel better.
Same, my artist will quote me for the tattoo and it usually goes over whats scheduled. So I definitely always tip, also cause he is amazing at what he does.
Ok, I'm a dentist. People come to my office, get their fillings done and just like waitresses and tattoo artists I go above and beyond to make the procedure painless and make the filling look like a natural tooth. So I guess I'm and artist (hell yeah!).
Should I also expect tips for doing my job ? Remember ppl, tipping your dentist is very important ! :D
Don't like your pay? Do a different job and stop with expecting tips.
@Erik Lerström do you know anything about the tattoo industry
EXACTLY! I’m a VFX artist and feel the same way. They come to me, I lay out the price per hour and if we agree, it’s over. They’ll always get my best self when they come to me. Me being kind and understanding to them and their needs, that’s free and a given. That’s how you establish a relationship and how you keep them coming instead of alienating them and making it look like you’re all about the money. I have bills too, I need money, so I have to charge, but that’s only for my time and effort. The rest is simply being a human being and a professional, I won’t charge for being nice to them or doing my best on every single frame. Neither you, her or me work minimum wage. We do something we love, and get paid for it. That’s enough. The greed is just childish and pathetic. People will also not come back.
I agree with this completely! Where do we draw the line on which services we tip? Don’t make enough at your current job, get a new one or adjust your spending habits!
@@MultiBlisster Her being an artist, she actually makes up her own price. Even if she works under someone, she can just go to a place equivalent to her skills. It's nothing but pure greed.
these comments are crazy!! i am a waitress in the states and yes we do rely on tips. i think the two are vastly different but i love tipping my tattoo artist!!! i respect him, his work the time and care he puts into every hour. i really enjoy tipping someone for a genuine experience. anyone else?
Sarah Parker I think the problem comes from the way she said it. Came off as real douchey
I think bringing one person with you is ok as long as their going to be respectable to the space and the artist.. Its nice to have the support and someone to chat w to distract from the pain.
One Question for tipping. I'll get my next tattoo in 3 sessions. Should I tipp on the first session or the last or should I splitt my tipping?
reading the comments
99% tipping the artist
1% Legend of Zelda
It’s really pathetic to demand a tip. It’s understandable if you work minimum wage but many tattooists can go up to $100/hour
i recently went out to get another tattoo i have been wanting and decided on a local place to go and get it after researching. i went in not once but twice to confirm the design i wanted and to make sure i had the money. not asking for a round about price is just insane, how else are you going to know if you can afford it. after we discussed the time and money i left with a incomplete tattoo and have to go back to finish, this is not the issue. my issue is he charged me more then he quoted on the high end and then says its going to cost more to finish, and this is with the deposit. so now i am going to be paying almost two hundred dollars more. with this being said, i am grateful that i have a good job and have some money set aside, but this is not the case for everyone. long story short i have no choice but to pay the ransom for the rest of my ink. even though my ink is not done i did go ahead and tip just because i want my tattoo done on good terms, but i will not be a banner of good advertisement. as far as tipping goes, that is between you and the artist, the price is the price, nobody goes in anywhere to purchase anything and not know what the charge is.
I don’t think tipping should be required, however every tattoo I have gotten I have added a tip. It’s more a courtesy for a good experience. Also, my most recent tattoo I was in a lot of pain and squirming and my tattoo artist got me painkillers, chocolate and water to help and was so calm and supportive. She never mentioned this but I gave a tip because I appreciate that she went the extra mile to give me a great tattoo and a great experience.
We love you Deanna! 💕
Y’all missed the opportunity to say “Tatdos and donts”
Ok ,i really dont wanna sound rude or anything. I am legit just super puzzled about pricing and what not. I mean, id wanna come in prepared or at least have a bit of idea as to hoe much it all might cost me. But how would I know that when the proper ettiquette is to not ask for prices ahead since you never know what they wanna do with your ideas and design. Is there like a minimum or something? So like I as a newbie would kinda have an idea of much it would cost after everything is said and done without pissing off or disrespecting my tattoo artist. Would really love your input on this guys.
As far as i know, when you enter a shop, you explain your idea, maybe bring some pics etc. you discuss where its going to be put and the sizing and stuff, and THEN you can talk about price range. It will always be an estimated price, but atleast you know what to expect.
Its considered rude to walk in asking for price range immediately, not having a single clue what you want.
Think the main reason for that is cus it sounds like the only thing that matters is cost, instead of getting a good piece of art.
Its also impossible to give you a price range when we dont know what you want to get, details take time, adding colour takes time, some placements take extra time etc. thats why you talk about that first.
Also, giving someone a price per hour still doesnt say anything about what you are going to get done in an hour. People might expect you to do a small tattoo in an hour and some expect all the linework for a big piece done in an hour.
So its usually easier, and more precise in price range to talk about all the other stuff first.
See for me I tell them my budget in the first email or conversation the artist will work around that price
Growing up around my dad (who is a tattoo artist, and what I would like to do as well) I’ve picked up on lots of little things like “tat” is a forbidden word as well as things like “tattooist” my dad always tells his clients there’s a difference between a tattooist that can only stencil and use the gun and artists that can draw amazingly also
i have a question, okay so i got my first tattoo about a week ago and it’s on my thigh, and i still sleep on it. is that okay? like if it doesn’t hurt to lay on it will laying on it cause any difference in the healing process?
I'm a simple man I see Deanna smith so I must watch 😍❤
I wanna get tattooed by her so bad
@@henryfernandez777 I think your moms beautiful
@@henryfernandez777 thank you I know she is a great mom and woman really just want the best for her v.v
Why not redirect those DM's and FB messages to your email?
You're offering a luxury service, why not try to recruit as many potential clients as possible ?
I call bullshit on tipping. Price your work correctly. As an electrician I priced my work according to difficulty. I didn't expect a tip.
I don't understand how she explain about the pricing. i like i get it at first then she added something that make me like what... Someone please help me out to understand it..
Sorry but If I am paying someone $100.00 plus an hour, you are not getting a tip. You charge whatever you feel is adequate and fair compensation for your artistry, skills and time.
How much do you tip for a tattoo? Id have no idea
So I'm in the UK I understand bartering the price is a no go... But what about when I last paid for a day slot and he's open for 10 hours but the work was done in 7 and I still paid for the full day. It's was freehand and I get that it was difficult but am I owed a three hour slot to make up or just take it as it is?
If you're gonna have a shop. Make some rules for your customers.
Rule 1 no inappropriate behavior.
Rule 2 come clean and showered and show up sober.
Rule 3 shave for genital tats.
Rule 4 leave kids at home. Don't distract other customers or tattoo artists. Respect the space.
Rule 5 follow after care instructions. Please and thank you.
I would not fucking care for Yelp reviews. Fuck that shit. I will lay down rules and you the individual should respect that shit.
The Comment Section,
99% About Tipping
1% Other Tattoo Comments & Unrelated Comments
For a beginning tattooer (my friend is pretty new) what would you suggest for a base deposit?
what did she say that she used to heal tattooes ? , I couldn't really hear it
“The reason we want it [your tattoo] to look the best is because you’re a walking advertisement”, boi.
I understand wanting to give the world the best piece you can, fair, but after you’re done, the piece is sold to whoever has it on their skin, it’s not yours anymore and it’s not advertisement just like a car isn’t advertisement for the car company, it’s just your product.
Thinking of what you do as just more advertisement to be able to do more and get more money as a result just feels so selfish and money-driven.
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If you have someone walk up and ask where you did that tattoo (whether it’s good or bad) you’re going to tell the person their name. This was bad phrasing for sure but understand that their name will be attached to that tattoo, and it’s important to some extent for their future buisness
Why should I tip you when I'm already paying your high hourly prices? A waitress has an absolute shit below minimum salary, she needs the tip to make a living. Just charge whatever price you need to live your life, but don't except me to add money on top of the price you give me.
Don't get a tattoo then
How much or what percentage is a good tip for a tattoo artist just in general
im in asia. what's tipping?
what i heard
" i worked really hard at learning and stuff...so don't expect me to do anything you want for your money....and gimme more of it cause you're not good enough to be tattooed by me"
plus a tip cause.....
you know
reasons
and stuff
Later on she also says “don’t bargain for the price with the artist”. The irony is stellar.
A waitress that had to work 60+ hours extra to save enough for a tattoo, maybe scrounging and skimping on everything, doesn't need to tip you if her 60 hours equal 6 of your hours. You don't get to charge 80-250/hr and act entitled to a tip when the people who actually deserve a tip are paid below minimum wage because of their ability to earn tips-- you know, the majority of your clients. Most people getting tattooed do not make more than the artist they pay per hour.
With the contracting an artist. There is an artist I was trying to get in touch with for months because I am visiting her country and I am only there for 10 days. After sending a couple of emails and not hearing anything I did dm her and she responded. I felt bad doing that but I honestly like her work and well I didn't want to miss the opportunity.
Now I am set to get one from her in December.
I'm Australian and I've never tipped anyone before. I doubt I'll start now.
I'm paying for a tattoo, sorry no tipping.
I don't see the rationale of tipping someone who sets their own price. Seems highly lacking in thinking about it at all.
Jesus the people complaining on here about tipping are insane. It's common courtesy to tip anyone in the industry. I have an entire sleeve done and tipped after every session and because I was never late and never cancelled my artist was willing to sort of pro rate me. If you take care of your artist they will take care of you. But you truly do get what you pay for! Not only are these artists giving you their creativity and time they're also giving you their physical labor- this job isn't kind to the back and other parts of the body and if you find the right artist they can be pretty rad people to spend an extended amount of time with. I spent an entire year with my artist working on a full sleeve and no- he couldn't give me a figure off top of his head at the very beginning because his hourly rate wasn't going to account for all the color and shading ect. Even after all my tattoos and how much I've racked up money wise I still firmly believe in tipping
I don’t tip people who expect to be tipped. I tip people who do go above and beyond in what they do, and seeing tipping as optional, and are grateful for each tip.
she looks like rosanna pansino omggg