This article was written by Michelle Myles and by wikiHow staff writer, Luke Smith, MFA. Michelle Myles is the Co-owner of Daredevil Tattoo, a tattoo shop located based in New York City's Lower East Side. Michelle has more than 20 years of tattooing experience. She also operates the Daredevil Tattoo Museum, co-owner Brad Fink's personal collection of antique tattoo memorabilia that he has amassed over the last 27 years of tattooing.
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Looking to get into the tattoo business and need somewhere to start? Or maybe you just want to give yourself a unique piece of body art. In either case, you’re probably aware that it’s a huge commitment, but it’s fairly easy to get started with a little safety know-how. We’ll show you how to prep your tools, give yourself that parlor-quality ink (with a machine or stick-and-poke needles), and how to clean up and care for it afterward.
Warning: The risk of blood-borne infection is much higher when you're doing a tattoo at home. Sterile conditions, new needles, and proper care are essential. It's recommended that you get all tattoos at licensed parlors.
This article is based on an interview with our tattoo artist, Michelle Myles, co-owner of Daredevil Tattoo. Check out the full interview here.
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