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Given the current environment in Singapore, I think it’s necessary to share some insights for those who want to learn tattooing. The truth is, success often doesn’t come from pure technical skill alone, but from many external factors.

The tattoo market in Singapore is diverse, with clients from all walks of life. As long as you know how to market yourself and advertise properly, and you work hard at tattooing, you won’t go hungry. It’s far less competitive than the market in China. Here, marketing often outweighs pure skill. Of course, don’t get me wrong — when skill is combined with marketing, that’s the ultimate winning formula. You also need interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to carry yourself well.

For those who choose to learn from me, I will teach you everything I know. How much you can absorb depends on your ability, understanding, and perseverance. Unlike many other studios, I focus on passing down tradition and culture. My approach is one-on-one mentorship — I take on true apprentices, not just “students.” It’s not about running a business training school. If you want a good master to guide you, I’m open to a conversation. But if you only want to learn a quick “set of procedures” as if you were a tool, then my place might not suit you — it would only end in frustration for both sides.

Here, whether you’re still learning or have already reached a professional level, as long as you have clients, you will get a fair share of the income. From my knowledge, very few studios allow apprentices to actually earn money during training. That makes my system very beginner-friendly, as students can even recover their tuition fee during the learning process. Monthly income varies from person to person, but this should never be the main condition when deciding to learn. If your only motivation is “making money,” I would advise against it. Without inner drive, the road won’t last long, and eventually, even if you become skilled, you won’t listen to guidance.

So the most important thing is that you truly love tattooing and want to commit to this path. No matter your stage, you must respect your master’s advice, maintain proper values, and have good character.

These are my thoughts — whether you agree or disagree isn’t important. What matters is whether they help you.