Fireside Tattoo Podcast

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Tattooing

Tattoo Techniques

Tattoo Industry

Edgar Marquez

Tattoo Design

Covid-19

Richmond Tattoo and Arts Festival

Rev 23

Tattoo Composition

Pain Management In Tattoos

Fireside Yacht Club

Artistry

Client Management

Health Regulations In Tattooing

Conventions

Tattoo Management Software

Cloud Computing

Tattoo Smart

Austin, Texas

Character Design

Jake Meeks' mostly weekly tattoo podcast answering viewer questions, interviewing artists and waxing philosophical to promote better tattooing and more informed collectors. He is often joined by fellow tattooers, artists of other mediums, professionals in other fields and collectors. We hope you enjoy! Also, we offer courses from artists on the show at firesidetattoo.com if you are interested! Tha... more

205 ratings

Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	294	Founded	12 years ago
Categories	EducationArtsVisual Arts

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Latest Episodes

Building Tattooing's First Global Standard | Alex De Pase | International Tattoo Federation

My special guest today is Alex De Pase, a name synonymous with innovation in the tattoo industry. Alex, along with Gabe Ripley and others, has been involved in transformative ventures like the Venetian Tattoo Gathering and recently the International ... more

26 Nov 2025 • 57 min

YouTube

Everybody's Deco-Dancing with Cooper | Technique Talks

Welcome back to another Fireside Technique Talk, where we dive deep into the technical aspects that separate good from exceptional tattooing. In this session with Cooper, we explored the fundamentals of color layering. Cooper shared essential insight... more

27 Aug 2025 • 1 hr 49 min

Tagging the Subconscious, Surreal Worlds of Greg "Craola" Simkins

Have you ever wondered how your artistic style develops over time? Greg "Craola" Simpkins, a revered name in both graffiti circles and the painting industry, shares his fascinating journey from street art to creating surrealistic canvases. In this ep... more

20 Aug 2025 • 1 hr 14 min

YouTube

The Writching Hour is Upon Us With Rich Wren | Technique Talks | EP 304

Rich walked us through his 25-year journey from scrappy home tattooer to the artistic powerhouse he is today, sharing real insights about finding your voice in this industry. This episode covers everything from the grind of finding apprenticeships ba... more

13 Aug 2025 • 1 hr 7 min

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Recent Guests

Greg Simpkins

Painter and illustrator known for his graffiti work and character designs.

Episode: Tagging the Subconscious, Surreal Worlds of Greg "Craola" Simkins

Jesse Smith

Tattoo artist and collaborator with Jake Meeks.

Episode: Tagging the Subconscious, Surreal Worlds of Greg "Craola" Simkins

Timmy B

One of the best new school style tattooers working today

Richmond Tattoo Arts Academy

Episode: There's No Highlights in Wood! | TImmy B

Yomico Moreno

Tattoo artist known for his surrealism and realism styles, educator

World Famous

Episode: Elevating Tattooing and Mentoring the Next Generation | Yomico Moreno

David Cheifetz

Acclaimed painter now starting a tattoo apprenticeship

Episode: Tattooing as a Master Oil Painter | David Cheifetz |

Dillon Forte

Tattoo artist known for geometric designs and sacred geometry.

Episode: Geometric Tattooing with Dillon Forte

Don Ranns

Co-founder of Tattoo Lovers Care

Tattoo Lovers Care

Episode: Tattoo Lover's Care

Levi Hilton

Professional tattoo artist with a focus on character designs and unique styles influenced by animation.

Episode: Balancing Intuition & Technique | Levi Hilton

Ty Pallotta

Co-owner of Blue Bonnet Tattoo and tattoo artist

Blue Bonnet Tattoo

Episode: The Fight for Tattoo Space | Robyn and Ty Pallotta

Host

Jake Meeks

Host of the show, Jake Meeks is a tattoo artist passionate about promoting better tattooing practices and educating both artists and collectors. His engaging discussions cover various artistic viewpoints and help bridge gaps between tattooing and the wider art community.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 205 ratings

I've been tattooing for 4 years out of SC, and listening to this podcast has reignited much of my love of art in general. its not simply about how to/not to be a tattoo artist, its about life and mindset of a tattoo artist. They offer plenty of advice to novice artists, individuals wishing to learn more about tattooing and experienced artists. We have made it mandatory listening for our latest shop apprentice and its definitely improved her mindset and brought up plenty of thought provoking ques... more
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5
Eric R. Nelson
United States4 years ago
Damn good knowledge
I've been tattooing for 4 years out of SC, and listening to this podcast has reignited much of my love of art in general. its not simply about how to/not to be a tattoo artist, its about life and mindset of a tattoo artist. They offer plenty of advice to novice artists, individuals wishing to learn more about tattooing and experienced artists. We have made it mandatory listening for our latest shop apprentice and its definitely improved her mindset and brought up plenty of thought provoking ques... more
Audible
5
Eric R. Nelson
United States4 years ago
Amazing
Tons of good information and education. And very inspirational. Thank you.
Apple Podcasts
5
NateMaplesden
United States4 years ago
Michael sheetrit - real touch tattoos
Thank you for everything. Thank you for sharing and caring ❤️🙏🏼
Apple Podcasts
5
michael sheetrit
Israel6 years ago
Great, informative podcast
Great information and food-for-thought not only for the artist but the customer as well.
Apple Podcasts
5
Sgt Stryker
United States6 years ago

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Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show is particularly relatable for tattoo enthusiasts, with listeners acknowledging its efficacy in motivating them in their tattoo journeys.

Many find the conversations enlightening and engaging, with humor and depth.

Listeners appreciate the wealth of information and education provided, often praising its inspirational nature.

There is a strong emphasis on the podcast's ability to offer valuable insights, not just for artists but also for tattoo clients.

The informal yet informative style resonates well with a diverse audience, making complex topics accessible.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts	#186	Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts	#197	Germany/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts	#74	Belgium/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts	#81	Ireland/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Writching Hour is Upon Us With Rich Wren | Technique Talks | EP 304

Q: What was your experience like when you were going around to apprenticeships looking for one?

Rich describes how he faced intimidation and was often ignored at shops, leading him to tattoo from home as he sought apprenticeships.

Everybody's Deco-Dancing with Cooper | Technique Talks

Q: Are you applying the hex pattern so consistently that when you give it that second layer, that second and a half layer, that you're actually, are you still thinking about, are you still going over that in the same pattern?

Yes, the hex method is more just like a format, almost as if you have one of those drawing tools where everything snaps to a grid. It helps create consistent layering and avoids oversaturation issues.

There's No Highlights in Wood! | TImmy B

Q: How has Timmy adapted his approach to large scale tattoos?

Timmy prefers not to do full sleeves but enjoys working on large rib pieces, struggling with the composition of sleeves due to negative spaces.

Tattooing as a Master Oil Painter | David Cheifetz |

Q: What about the idea back to painting, like the introducing your full value range at a very early kind of stage, you kind of know what you have, what your lightest lights and darkest darks are?

I think more information earlier on is better because you know where you're going. I want to know what the tolerance is in this painting.

Tattooing as a Master Oil Painter | David Cheifetz |

Q: Was that like, did I catch you just as that transition was starting, or had you been planning on it for a while?

I think someone told me, either I found it or someone told me about Fireside.

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Focused on the tattoo industry, the content consistently tackles topics such as tattooing techniques, color theory, and the artistic processes involved in body art. With guest artists from various backgrounds, discussions often bridge the gap between tattooing and other forms of visual arts, highlighting the importance of creativity, personal expression, and technical skill. Unique episodes feature insights on industry challenges, mentorship, and community engagement, making it a valuable resource for aspiring tattooists and collectors alike.

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Recent guests on Fireside Tattoo Podcast include:

1. Greg Simpkins
2. Jesse Smith
3. Timmy B
4. Yomico Moreno
5. David Cheifetz
6. Dillon Forte
7. Don Ranns
8. Levi Hilton

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