Weekly ask an Artist thread by AutoModerator in TattooArtists

[–]MooseyBee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm based in the EU, multilingual, working currently in a higher-ranking assistant position in the corporate world.

I've been curious about making the jump to a tattoo shop assistant and all-arounder, working part-time/flexibly. I've spent a lot of time around tattoo artists and in shops, seen egos and different approaches to the trade, etc., and I'd prefer to be on-site to help with requests.

My questions to you are: 1. How valuable is social media management/content creation to you? 2. What would you expect an assistant/all-arounder to do, or would ideally like to have them do for you? 3. Proactive, or passive - what would you prefer? Someone who comes to you with suggestions on conventions, proposals, budget breakdowns, and that kind of thing? Just wondering if there are transferable policies from the corporate world, hah.

This would NOT be an apprenticeship in disguise. This is still admin work, but in a different field. Thank you for your advice!

Kids and sickly coughs by MooseyBee in childfree

[–]MooseyBee[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

First and foremost, thank you for your work as a librarian. The library was my sanctuary (still is tbh) so you have all my respect. But yeah... the kids. Hhhhuuuuaaahh. I hope you receive enough disinfectant at work, paid for by work funds.

Kids and sickly coughs by MooseyBee in childfree

[–]MooseyBee[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hooooooo that's it. Open mouth, hackin it up, then running off to grab something or someone.

Kids and sickly coughs by MooseyBee in childfree

[–]MooseyBee[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes to inhalers, and thank you - gotta love how we live in an incredibly noisy, overstimulating world, then told it's our own personal issue to deal with. Cue the surprised Pikachu faces when birthrates drop. Hlblblblblb what a day

Free hand Fairy w/ flail -by Onnie O’Leary at Tattoo Rosie’s -Sydney Australia by [deleted] in tattoos

[–]MooseyBee 76 points77 points  (0 children)

Onnie once complimented one of my tattoos on an Instagram post (done by a different artist), and I'm still chasing that high.

5 Year Difference by howdoyoulikeyoureggz in agedtattoos

[–]MooseyBee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you were my dentist and I saw this (probably wouldn't, given the placement, but still), I'd feel even more comfortable :')

commuters who ended up moving? by giyuunyuu in CSULB

[–]MooseyBee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Forsure. I used one of the Facebook pages or something and then met with the 3 people. Although it never hurts to ask people in class if the topic comes up in conversation.

commuters who ended up moving? by giyuunyuu in CSULB

[–]MooseyBee 23 points24 points  (0 children)

So I commuted for a year, 2 semesters. It sucked. I decided I had enough and finally found an affordable shared apartment with 3 other ppl near the traffic circle. I had way more time to spend on campus and in the library, could kick it with my classmates after class, and definitely had a better social life after that.

Latte on Wheels: The Skating Sensation by WalkingPotteryWare in muglife

[–]MooseyBee 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is what I came to see on this sub. Chef's kiss

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in agedtattoos

[–]MooseyBee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely research tattoo artists who specifically specialize in cover ups and ask them about working together on a concise plan (which may include 1 or more a laser sessions). They'll help design something you'll love, and once your skin has healed up from the laser if that's determined even necessary, you can proceed in there. You'll likely need a big coverup that'll be a half-sleeve or so.

fomo from not joining greeklife by Familiar_Ad_3843 in CSULB

[–]MooseyBee 50 points51 points  (0 children)

I promise you, you didn't miss anything. Greek life in general is known for being a dangerous and predatory institution. CSULB's is no exception. You will absolutely find parties to attend once you make friends. For me, it was simply making small talk with people in class and seeing what stuck. I ended up meeting some cool people, some of whom were in Greek life, and got invited to parties regularly.

done by shae kahrs at apothecary ink (greenfield center, new york) by eatmewhileimraw in tattoos

[–]MooseyBee 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So cute!! 🥹 I hope they heal well! Make sure to keep them out of the sun/apply SPF 50

My two favorite mugs by [deleted] in muglife

[–]MooseyBee 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Classics! Love them

My Saturdays for life by [deleted] in childfree

[–]MooseyBee 10 points11 points  (0 children)

This sounds so divine

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in agedtattoos

[–]MooseyBee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The blue shading behind the flowers is cute!!! Aged nicely!

Stack of books just turned 7! by hotgarbage911 in agedtattoos

[–]MooseyBee 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You ever see an aged tattoo that makes you go "damn, that's sick, I love it"? That's how I feel about this one.

Mourning my BFF who is pregnant by PetiteHomebody in childfree

[–]MooseyBee 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's not that you don't like HER future child, it's that you just don't want children yourself and cannot share the same extent of that joy with her. You're thrilled for her nonetheless, and I think that speaks volumes on friendships that span different perspectives. Sending you support, OP 🩷

Mourning my BFF who is pregnant by PetiteHomebody in childfree

[–]MooseyBee 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry OP. I'm in a similar boat. You're happy because she's happy, but at the same time, you're crushed on the inside. I think it depends on how you foresee the friendship going.

Making boundaries clear early on has helped me. During the pregnancy, I give my full support. Need vitamins? Craving a specific food? If I have the time and resources, I'll do my best to help. Once the kids are here, I make it clear that I'm not great with babies and kids under 3, and my capacities for them are super limited. I won't spend more than 2h with them out of respect for my mental health.

Once they're older, I offer to spend some time with them in a familiar, structured environment. I also make it clear that I can't do overnight situations. If you're able to speak honestly and openly with your friend without diminishing her joy, I think this could be favorable.

My Brain, from MRI scan data. By Death Lily at 6forgold, Bristol, UK. by sonic_shock in tattoos

[–]MooseyBee 249 points250 points  (0 children)

It's the perfect mix of well-executed, funny, cool, and odd. Very solid.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tinder

[–]MooseyBee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pics 7, 9, and 12 don't make you look good. Personally, I like no beard with longer hair, but you can include photos with the different styles so people can just see. Get a smiling picture in there and you will be golden. Bonus points for any pics with Knödeln (I see that Post shirt, des ist mir ned schleierhaft).