{"id":3281,"date":"2023-01-23T10:04:56","date_gmt":"2023-01-23T10:04:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tattoogenda.com\/?p=3281"},"modified":"2023-02-02T10:45:06","modified_gmt":"2023-02-02T10:45:06","slug":"what-it-takes-to-become-a-tattoo-apprentice-hear-it-from-tattoo-artist-simon-halpern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tattoogenda.com\/nl_nl\/artist-interviews\/what-it-takes-to-become-a-tattoo-apprentice-hear-it-from-tattoo-artist-simon-halpern\/","title":{"rendered":"What it takes to become a tattoo apprentice \u2013 hear it from tattoo artist Simon Halpern"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Simon Halpern is a tattoo artist, focused on geometric ornamental tattoos, who\u2019s made a name for himself in the industry through his unique style and dedication to the craft!<\/p>

Before he became a successful tattoo artist, though, he had to go through the rigorous process that most do \u2013 an apprenticeship.<\/p>

Join us as we take a closer look into Simon\u2019s apprenticeship story, from the initial rejection to the ultimate success and as we find out the tips he has for the beginners out there!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Simon\u2019s apprenticeship-landing story is kind of funny.<\/p>

He went in the shop<\/strong> he wanted to learn in and simply asked<\/strong>. Well, as most wannabe apprentices do in the beginning, Simon got rejected and turned away.<\/strong><\/p>

Luckily, he refused to let rejection hold him back and proved his worth. He kept on showing up and eventually helped the owners with building a tattoo shop, so, he ended up doing six to seven months of free construction labor.<\/strong><\/p>

Once the shop owners realized Simon wasn\u2019t going anywhere,<\/strong> they decided to take him on and show him the ropes of the tattoo industry and craft.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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He told us he definitely did draw before that, but he also did a lot of other jobs before Simon decided to go for his dreams.<\/p>

His dad was a typical \u2018\u2019Get a real job!\u201d type of parent, one that most of us have experienced. So, he actually went to\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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University, not for art, graduated and worked jobs in the area he studied for.<\/p>

Luckily, he realized tattooing was his true calling, so he got himself the apprenticeship.<\/p>

That apprenticeship lasted 3 years and Simon saw it as going back to school and to be fair,\u2026 that\u2019s essentially what an apprenticeship is.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Perseverance will get you where u need to be<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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When asked if Simon himself would like to be a mentor and take on an apprentice, he told us he\u2019s definitely open for it\u2026 BUT\u00a0 it has to be the right person.<\/p>

He learned from two different people, Doug Wheeler and Vincent. For him, they\u2019re like family members, because they gave him his shot and pretty much his livelihood. Whenever he can, he also still pays them a visit.<\/p>

This is what Simon wants too and what he\u2019s looking for in a potential apprentice. He believes in the old-school apprenticeship style, so he\u2019s definitely looking for a person who will respect him the way he still respects his own mentors.<\/p>

This said, the tip he shared with us for apprentice wannabe\u2019s is: be dedicated to art and to tattooing.<\/strong><\/p>

Simon says (haha): \u2018\u2019You pretty much have to live at the shop\u2026 Get ready to be broke for like three years and you probably want to break up with your girlfriend, because like you\u2019re not gonna see her ever.\u2019\u2019<\/em><\/p>

Psst.. we have a whole blog full with tips for landing your apprenticeship. HIT ME bby one more time! (click to go)<\/em><\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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So, if there\u2019s one thing you guys should remember from this is \u2013 be dedicated and be ready to make some sacrifices. This job isn\u2019t one that will make you rich, at least not for a while. If you\u2019re in it for the money, you might want to rethink your career choice. If you\u2019re fully dedicated to art and tattooing however, persevere and you\u2019ll find your way!<\/p>

What do u guys think about Simon\u2019s apprenticeship story? For any apprentices reading this, what\u2019s your story? We\u2019d love to read about it, so, don\u2019t be shy\u2026 <\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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