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Chats & Tatts

Aaron Della Vedova
Tattooing
Tattoo Culture
Social Media
Artistic Expression
Japanese Tattooing
AI In Art
Gods Of Ink
Mental Health
Numbing Cream
Tattoo Industry
Client Relationships
Illustrative Tattoos
Spirituality
AI Art
Standstill
Art
Community
Instagram
Tattooing Techniques
Polynesian Tattooing

Chats & Tatts host, Aaron Della Vedova, is known for pushing the creative boundaries with every artistic medium he works in. However, his full coverage back pieces, rib to legs, and torso tattoos are definitely his specialty. With long hours tattooing well known musicians, athletes, public figures, influencers and many others, Aaron knows that tattooing heavily involves building a relationship, a ... more

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Are client-prompted AI designs taking over custom tattooing? Aaron Della Vedova sits down with Australian tattooer, shop owner, and podcast host Jake Straat (Rats Get Fat Podcast) to break down the global state of tattooing.

From navigating the pos... more

In Episode 121 of Chats & Tatts, host Aaron Della Vedova sits down with Kirk Nilsen—a pioneer of medieval, woodcut, and architectural ornamental tattooing.

In this episode, we discuss: • The early days of ornamental blackwork and overcoming industr... more

In this episode of Chats & Tatts, host Aaron Della Vedova sits down with world-renowned tattoo artist Julian Siebert from Munich, Germany. Known globally for his incredible large-scale bodysuits, Julian shares his 21-year journey in tattooing, having... more

In this electric episode of Chats & Tatts, host Aaron Della Vedova sits down with comedian, former directional driller, and internet powerhouse Uncle Laser. Transitioning from high-stakes $500,000-a-year oil rig operations in 120-degree heat to stepp... more

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Jake Strath
Australian tattoo artist, studio owner, host of Rats Get Fat podcast
Royal Blue Tattoo, Cannes, Australia
Episode: Is AI Ruining Custom Tattooing? (Australia vs. USA Scene) | Jake Straat | Ep. 122
Kirk Nilsen
Tattoo artist specializing in ornamental, blackwork with a medieval/engraving aesthetic
Owns/operates tattoo practice in Charleston, previously in Point Pleasant, New Jersey
Episode: The Dark Side of Tattooing & Why AI is Ruining Art ft. Kirk Nilsen | Ep. 121
Julian Siebert
Tattoo artist
Corpse Painter Tattoo, Munich
Episode: "We Have Enough Tattoo Artists" - Julian Siebert on Apprenticeships & Mastery | Ep. 120
Uncle Lazer
Comedian and tattooed performer who appeared on Chats & Tatts
Episode: $500K Oil Rig Director Quits Everything For Stand-Up Comedy ft. Uncle Lazer | Ep. 119
Cathy Montie
Founder of Cathy Montie Body Art Training Company, safety educator
Cathy Montie Body Art Training Company
Episode: 118. Safety and Professionalism in Tattooing ft. Cathy Montie
Sebastian Kristen
Tattoo artist, Studio Corpse Painter Tattoo
Corpse Painter Tattoo
Episode: 117. Tattooing and Technique: Do It Scared ft Sebastian Kristen
Hoon Kim
Tattoo artist
Uncogrim (Instagram handle UNCOGRIM)
Episode: 116. Tattoo Culture in South Korea ft. Uncogrim
Gianluca Di Cristofaro
Neo-Japanese, illustrative tattoo artist from northeastern Italy, self-taught
GDC Tattoo/Cluster Tattoo Studio Torino
Episode: 115. Self-Taught Mastery ft. Gianluca
Dakota Weik
Tattoo ethnographer and host of Inked Abroad; also runs The Halls of Ink
Inked Abroad; The Halls of Ink
Episode: 114: The Man Behind Inked Abroad ft. Dakota weik

Host

Aaron Della Vedova
Host of Chats & Tatts; renowned tattoo artist known for large-scale pieces and deep client relationships

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Great podcast!!

    Really interesting guests!! Aaron’s guests are a really diverse group of guests. The guests have different backgrounds and you never really know what direction the topic is coming from. I look forward to each episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MaMu-33!
    United States3 years ago
  • Refreshing!

    This podcast is amazing, includes everyone, not just amazing tattooers but people that influences others in so many ways and amazing clients that make all this possible. I can see a great artist not just now doing art graphically but also working on the art of bringing people together and not opposed to new technologies and emerging artists, bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amir_armendariz_art
    United States3 years ago
  • Great idea for a podcast!

    Aaron did an amazing job collaborating with the best artists out there! Good concept and execution.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tattoo collector
    United States3 years ago
  • Great show

    Love this show!! The host is amazing!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LOPINGHT
    United States3 years ago
  • So much more that tattoos

    Love the energy, the depth. Great work Aaron

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    landonswat
    United States4 years ago

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Apple Podcasts
#150
United Kingdom/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#209
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#12
New Zealand/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#13
Ireland/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#41
Mexico/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#86
Denmark/Arts/Visual Arts

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Is AI Ruining Custom Tattooing? (Australia vs. USA Scene) | Jake Straat | Ep. 122
Q: What is the role of numbing creams in modern tattooing?
Numbing creams can improve client experience and session efficiency when used judiciously and with the artist's guidance, but must be chosen carefully to avoid healing issues; patch testing and professional guidance are advised.
Is AI Ruining Custom Tattooing? (Australia vs. USA Scene) | Jake Straat | Ep. 122
Q: How should new tattoo artists approach painting and drawing to succeed?
Devote time to traditional drawing and painting, especially watercolor, to build foundational skills that translate to tattooing; avoid relying solely on digital tools and AI for design.
Is AI Ruining Custom Tattooing? (Australia vs. USA Scene) | Jake Straat | Ep. 122
Q: What are the biggest challenges as a tattooer today?
Economic pressures and AI-driven changes to design processes are the top challenges; clients bring AI imagery, and studios must decide how to balance artist input with client expectations, while maintaining quality and profitability.
116. Tattoo Culture in South Korea ft. Uncogrim
Q: What does tattooing give you beyond money?
He describes tattooing as emotionally intense, giving clients joy and a sense of meaning, with a spiritual aspect that motivates him.
116. Tattoo Culture in South Korea ft. Uncogrim
Q: How did you arrive at your distinctive style and what was the thought process behind not filling in everything?
He explains choosing to leave backgrounds out to let snakes and figures breathe, emphasizing personal taste and a break from traditional expectations.

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What is Chats & Tatts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on deep, personal conversations with people who live at the intersection of art, craft, and modern culture—primarily tattoo artists, shop owners, and those who document or influence the scene. Episodes blend technical skill, studio life, mentorship, and the emotional journeys behind high-visibility projects, often highlighting long sessions, mentorship, and the evolving relationship between artists and clients. A standout hook is the host's ability to pull out storytelling from guests—ranging from safety and professionalism to the human and social dynamics of building a career in a highly visual, media-driven field. Listeners can expect candid anecdotes, career-defining moments, and practical perspectives on technique, cul... more

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Recent guests on Chats & Tatts include:

1. Jake Strath
2. Kirk Nilsen
3. Julian Siebert
4. Uncle Lazer
5. Cathy Montie
6. Sebastian Kristen
7. Hoon Kim
8. Gianluca Di Cristofaro

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