Tattoos With Intention Podcast

Mark speaks with Lluna of Lluna Soul Ink about stepping from artist into guide, building devotional space, and using tattoo mapping to turn tattoos into living records. They trace her early Berlin years, informal apprenticeship, and the shift that came through the Tattoo Pathway community. Practical talk on boundaries, cancellations as energy, listening with all senses, and holding a frame that is safe and clear. Lluna also shares festival talks in Europe, placement questions she gets asked most, and her vision for a small retreat style space near Berlin.LinksGuest site: llunasoul.comInstagram: llunasoul.inkWhen you are ready→ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark→ Get tattooed by MarkRecommended next episode→ EP 32. Sand, Symbols and Metamorphosis with AprilSupport the showLike and subscribe for more conversations.Comment with your takeaway or question.Brand or studio aligned with our message? Collaborate or sponsor: tattoopathway.com/contactTimestamps[00:00:00] Welcome and why this conversation[00:01:05] Ten years in: early starts and Berlin beginnings[00:02:31] Australia years and traction in the studio[00:03:22] Language: artist and guide, tattoos with intention[00:03:58] Finding Mark and the Tattoo Pathway work[00:05:06] Courses and tea ceremony as the opening frame[00:06:50] Boundaries, cancellations, and reading the energy[00:08:38] A firmer foundation and less doubt in practice[00:12:28] Beyond the image: what we print in the skin[00:12:48] Mapping as method: skin as a life map[00:14:39] Using mapping with every client[00:16:30] Festival talks: placement questions and strong interest[00:18:40] Why intentional space matters for change[00:21:36] Body maps that stay simple and useful[00:23:03] Stepping into the role of teacher in public[00:26:32] Devotional space: getting yourself out of the way[00:28:24] What lights her up: long term client bonds[00:30:53] Advice to artists: community, fundamentals, reflection[00:33:22] Next steps: Europe base and retreat style vision[00:37:26] Staying open to cycles and places[00:39:15] Where to find Lluna and how to connectConnect with Mark and Tattoo PathwayInstagram: @themarkofnara | @tattoopathwayWebsite: https://tattoopathway.com

 In this conversation, Mark and Josh trace a 33-year arc of tattooing—from ’90s street-shop grit and tribal magazines to private studios, bikie threats, and rebuilding community. Josh shares early sparks (drawing on siblings, an art-teacher mum), his first experiences at Illustrated Man, the rise of custom work, and why a good street shop can still be a true neighbourhood heartbeat. We dive into identity vs discovery psychology, cultural lineage vs contemporary mix, apprenticeships vs quick courses, social media’s specialisation trap, when to say no ethically, and what it means to put presence over popularity in the chair. If you care about the craft and the culture, this one’s a map and a mirror.LINKSJosh's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tatudharma/WHEN YOU’RE READY→ ⁠Book a 1:1 consult with Mark⁠→⁠ ⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ ⁠19. Phillip Milic: Tattooing’s Evolving Culture – A Veterans PerspectiveSUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed – we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message? Sponsor or collaborate with us: ⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠TIMESTAMPS[00:00:00] Why Tattoos Hooked Me (remote childhood, Nat Geo spark)[00:01:51] First Studio Reality Check (Illustrated Man, Kim changes everything)[00:04:15] Designing Our First Pieces (from cliché to considered)[00:05:57] Meaning vs. Aesthetic (initiation, identity, appropriation)[00:08:54] Street Shop = Community Engine (why it still matters)[00:11:45] The New Problem Set (courses, saturation, skipped apprenticeships)[00:28:32] Apprenticeship > Online Course (what real learning looks like)[00:33:13] Algorithm Ink (how tech reshaped tattoo culture)[00:41:47] Phones, Trains & Small Talk (connection is a skill)[00:50:51] Instagram vs. Presence (the chair-side experience wins)[00:57:18] Specialist Trap vs. Generalist Freedom[01:08:48] From Churn to Ceremony (private studio intimacy)[01:21:18] When the Shop Burned Down (what it taught me)[01:22:58] Byron Reset (rebuilding community and pace)[01:33:05] The Emotional Load (boundaries, saying no, tough calls)[01:39:37] Fit, Placement & Regret-Proofing (how we decide)[01:59:23] Tattoos for Your 2050 Self (longevity & planning)[02:12:12] Should Tattooers Get Tattooed? (the debate)[02:20:22] Numbing Cream: When, Why, Risks[02:23:13] Real Advice for New Artists (skills, mindset, business)[02:24:54] Closing + Self-Care (stay human)

In this conversation, Mark and April explore how play, symbols, and intention open real thresholds of change. April shares her path from disability support work into Jungian sandplay therapy, why the subconscious chooses the right symbols before we do, and how a pair of intentional tattoos (“Letting Go of Fear” / “Letting Love In”) became a living practice.We get into metamorphosis as a template (egg → caterpillar → chrysalis → butterfly), her project The Quiet Space, writing Pain as a Portal, an unexpected health initiation that forced deep embodiment, and how ecstatic dance (Dancing Freedom) moves energy through the elements - earth, water, fire, air, ether. If you’re navigating discomfort or longing for transformation, this one’s a field guide made of stories.LINKSWebsite: The Untold SpaceBook: Pain as a Portal WHEN YOU’RE READY→ ⁠Book a 1:1 consult with Mark⁠→⁠ ⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ ⁠EP 18. Tattoo Therapy and Suffering Well - With Lee TrewSUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed – we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message? Sponsor or collaborate with us: ⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠TIMESTAMPS⁠⁠[00:00:04] Two “guides,” one conversation [00:01:12] Sandplay 101: Jung, trays, and living symbols [00:03:35] The subconscious chooses—then shows you the next step [00:05:21] Working with youth (and why adults can still play) [00:07:06] Altars everywhere: reading life’s symbolic language [00:09:46] When the story doesn’t match the symbols [00:15:59] Tattoos as thresholds: fear out, love in [00:17:25] Ceremony in the studio: intention changes everything [00:22:13] Naming a practice: from Blue Soul to The Untold Space [00:26:40] The Quiet Space: six months of communal stillness [00:29:37] Pain as a Portal and the butterfly template [00:34:54] Watching metamorphosis (literally) changes the work [00:39:06] Burnout, blood, and a body-led initiation [00:41:59] From head to body: integration as a survival skill [00:48:04] Dancing Freedom: earth → water → fire → air → ether [00:52:02] Purification vs transformation (and choosing harmony) [00:55:17] The Diamond Metamorphosis Template (12 facets) [00:57:12] Celebrate chrysalis → butterfly (don’t just rush ahead) [01:01:01] A practice you can do now: say hello to the discomfort@themarkofnara⁠⁠@tattoopathway⁠tattoopathway.com

In our first video episode, Mark and Caiyuda trace tattoos as living thresholds: from flaming-dice initiation at 18, to a decade of silence, to ancestry-rooted markings and sacred geometry as integration. We get into rites of passage vs initiation, plant-teacher apprenticeship in Peru, reclaiming Filipino lineage through traditional motifs, being visible online without losing integrity, and the sacred hunt as a way back into the web of life.LINKSInstagram: ⁠@caiyudakiora⁠Podcast: Birdsong with Caiyuda (Spotify, YouTube, Apple)Website: ⁠caiyudakiora.com⁠WHEN YOU’RE READY→ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark→⁠ Get Tattooed by MarkRECCOMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ 22. Shane Coley – Energetic Alignments and Ancestral Resonance in TattooingSUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed – we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message? Sponsor or collaborate with us: tattoopathway.com/contact[00:00:04] First video episode, why this one matters[00:02:03] “Just another guy” - anti-pedestal humility[00:06:04] Breakup mirror: the painful turn inward[00:10:36] From drugs to sacraments: a 180° reframing[00:11:06] Raindrop / lightning: the calling lands[00:11:59] Six months later: Peru, ayahuasca & wachuma[00:16:20] Flaming dice at 18 - pain, threshold, initiation[00:23:30] Identity on skin: bands, “be the change,” jaguar[00:28:19] “The plants saved my life” - from self to relation[00:34:00] Rite of passage vs initiation - clean distinctions[00:43:40] Returning to Philippines: lineage, tattoos, repair[00:51:10] Armour & order: Filipino motifs + sacred geometry[00:54:50] Being seen online: voice, Chiron, and boundaries[01:08:00] Sacred hunt: reverence over factory-farmed distance[01:20:30] Soul (descent) vs Spirit (ascent); Plotkin’s lens[01:27:20] On thresholds: answer the call, honour the season@themarkofnara@tattoopathwaytattoopathway.com

In this episode Mark Nara explores the deeper dimensions of sacred geometry – not just as a visual trend, but as a symbolic language that connects our bodies, our stories, and the cosmos.He breaks down the three layers of mathematics (quantitative, symbolic, and sacred), shares reflections on how geometry shapes meaning, and examines the risks of unanchored design in modern tattooing. Drawing from thinkers like Michael Schneider and Dr. Ibrahim Karim, this episode challenges the surface-level use of geometric forms and invites you to consider how tattooing can become a contemplative, energetic, and deeply aligned practice.Whether you're an artist, a seeker, or someone drawn to sacred symbols, this episode offers new insight into how geometry lives through us – and on us.LINKSMichael S. SchneiderShane ColeyWHEN YOU’RE READY→ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark →⁠ Get Tattooed by Mark→ Join the FREE Community RECOMENDED NEXT EPISODE → 22. Shane Coley – Energetic Alignments and Ancestral Resonance in TattooingSUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed – we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message? Sponsor or collaborate with us : tattoopathway.com/contactTIMESTAMPS[00:01:12] – What Sacred Geometry Really Is[00:03:42] – Quantitative vs. Symbolic vs. Sacred Mathematics[00:06:12] – Defining "Sacred" as a State, Not a Thing[00:11:30] – Geometry as a Study of Harmony and Creation[00:13:21] – Ancient Worldviews and the Language of Pattern[00:15:04] – Fractals, Spirals & the Holographic Universe[00:16:14] – Tattooing as Microcosm of the Cosmos[00:17:28] – Dark Matter, Spirals, and Galactic Intelligence[00:19:32] – Tattoo Placement and Energetic Alignment[00:20:58] – The Risk of Unanchored Geometry[00:21:50] – The Importance of Specific Placement[00:23:25] – Sacred Body Maps & Vertical Alignment[00:23:33] – Archetypes in Sacred Geometry[00:24:45] – Choosing Design Based on Frequency, Not Form[00:25:45] – BioGeometry and Shape Resonance[00:26:19] – Tattoos as Contemplative Practice[00:27:10] – Living Meaningfully Before Tattooing Intentionally[00:27:34] – Tattoo as Ritual, Not Just Transaction[00:29:19] – Final Reflections & Invitation to Go Deeper

In this episode of Tattoos With Intention, Mark is joined by Taylor, Tattoo Pathway's research lead, to unpack the complex topic of tattoo regret and how tattoos influence our self-perception and identity. Drawing from a comprehensive survey conducted last year, they dive into the most common reasons people experience regret and explore how tattoos can either conceal or reveal our true selves.Whether you're considering your first tattoo, reflecting on past tattoos, or exploring the deeper meaning of body art, this episode offers valuable insights.WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠ →⁠ ⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠→ ⁠Join the FREE Community⁠ RELATED EPISODES→ 17. Ego or Integrity – Discerning the Two in Tattooing – with James Sherrah→ 27. Pathways and Progress: Navigating Your Tattoo Psychology in 2025SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us: tattoopathway.com/contact[00:00:00] – Introduction[00:00:25] – The Five Reasons for Tattoo Regret[00:01:35] – “Tattoos Are More Than Just…”[00:03:09] – Survey Overview[00:04:56] – The Meaning Changing Over Time[00:05:39] – Risk Window: Ages 18-25[00:08:43] – Internal vs. External Motivations[00:09:12] – Placement Regret[00:12:22] – Technical Dissatisfaction[00:15:22] – Artist Input and Influence[00:18:47] – Mismatched Expectations[00:28:01] – Tattoos and Self-Perception[00:31:10] – Revealing vs. Concealing Self[00:37:17] – Tattoos as Navigational Tools[00:42:20] – Self-Responsibility in Tattooing[00:46:00] – Mapping and Reflection[00:51:45] – Embracing Change in Meaning[00:55:20] – The Value of Discomfort[01:00:00] – Closing Thoughts

Welcome to the Tattoos with Intention Podcast, presented by the Tattoo Pathway Research and Education Institute! In this episode, Taylor, our lead researcher, engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Daniel Franz—licensed mental health counsellor, addictions specialist, and expert in Viktor Frankl’s Logotherapy.Together, they explore how Logotherapy's core concepts—self-responsibility, resilience, and self-transcendence—can guide us in living a meaningful life. Dr. Franz shares practical tools for cultivating meaning in everyday life, emphasising the power of intentional choices, community connection, and using life’s challenges as opportunities for growth. They also discuss how living a meaningful life directly influences the experience of meaningful tattoos.If you’re searching for ways to integrate deeper purpose into your life and tattoo journey, this episode is packed with valuable insights!🔗 LINKS & RESOURCESDr. Daniel Franz: https://danielafranz.com/The Meaning Project Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxNSpXYgXKQJU1iR-4n1GOA Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl: https://amzn.to/4hFAtr4🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠ →⁠ ⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠→ ⁠Join the FREE Community⁠ 🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us: ⁠tattoopathway.com/contact00:00 Introduction to Tattoos with Intention Podcast01:00 Today's Episode: Conversation with Dr. Daniel Franz02:12 Exploring Logotherapy and Meaningful Tattoos05:08 Viktor Frankl's Legacy and Logotherapy09:37 Self-Responsibility and Meaningful Choices13:51 Turning Challenges into Growth16:31 Self-Transcendence and Community21:16 Practical Steps for Living Intentionally26:39 Embracing Healthy Inner Tension30:58 Exploring the Crisis of Meaning31:42 Reframing Challenges as Opportunities32:51 The Empowering Aspect of Logotherapy33:35 Using Emotions as Signals35:08 Practical Strategies for Navigating Inner Tension39:22 The Hero's Journey and Personal Transformation44:25 Building Resilience for a Meaningful Life53:02 Final Thoughts on Meaning and Resilience.

In this solo episode, listeners are invited to reflect on their tattoo journeys and the concept of 'dignified beauty.' Mark highlights the achievements of Tattoo Pathway in 2024, the importance of intentional tattooing, and the role of the community in supporting transformative experiences. Through the analogy of shoes and tattoos, he explores the discomforts and misconceptions in contemporary tattoo culture and emphasizes the need for guidance and careful consideration in the tattooing process. The episode sets the stage for the year 2025 with the theme of 'convergence,' aiming to bring the community together for co-creating a more meaningful and spiritually aligned tattooing experience.🔗 LINKS & RESOURCESInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@themarkofnara⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠@tattoopathway⁠🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠→⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠→ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube → ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠Explore more episodes → ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us: ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact00:00  - Welcome to Tattoos With Intention 202500:24 - Celebrating Wins and Aiming for the Future00:51 - Building the Tattoo Pathway Community01:18 - Exploring Contemporary Tattoo Culture and Psychology03:13 - The Founding of Tattoo Pathway05:25 - Understanding Dignified Beauty08:10 - The Need for Guidance in Tattoo Journeys11:11  - The Shoe Analogy: Fitting Tattoos to Your Life14:13  - Dealing with Tattoo Regret and Misrepresentation19:05 - The Role of Discomfort in Growth21:07  - The Problem with Conventional Shoes21:27 - Transitioning to Minimal Footwear22:09 - Discomfort and Growth22:49 - Tattoo Psychology and Confirmation Bias23:59 - Tattooing as a Rite of Passage25:08 - Comfort vs. Discomfort in Tattooing26:26 - The Role of Tattoos in Personal Growth29:49 - Tattoo Pathway: A New Approach33:54 - The Tattoo Pathway Community40:53 - Conclusion and Invitation to Join

In this episode of the Tattoos with Intention podcast, Taylor from the Tattoo Pathway team hosts a profound discussion with cultural tattoo practitioner Lane Wilcken. As a scholar and advocate for the traditional tattooing practices of the Philippines, particularly Batok, Lane delves into the spiritual and cultural significance of these ancestral markings. The conversation explores the importance of emotional, mental, and spiritual readiness for both those giving and receiving tattoos, and the distinction between tattoo artists and practitioners. The episode highlights the rigorous process of becoming a practitioner, the ethical considerations involved, and the importance of maintaining integrity and humility. Lane also emphasises the avoidance of cultural appropriation and the necessity of connecting with one's own cultural ancestry. The discussion concludes with Lane advocating for a shift in mainstream tattoo culture towards more meaningful and sacred practices. 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCESInstagram:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lanewilcken⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠LaneWilcken.com⁠⁠Books: ⁠⁠Filipino Tattoos: Ancient to Modern⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@themarkofnara⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠⁠→⁠ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube →⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ |⁠ ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠Explore more episodes →⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us:⁠ ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 02:16 The Question of Worthiness in Tattooing 03:31 Lane's Journey and Advice for Practitioners 04:18 The Calling of a Tattoo Practitioner 06:15 Humility and the Tattoo Industry 07:32 Physical and Mental Challenges of Traditional Tattooing 08:43 Spiritual and Energetic Considerations 09:37 Rituals and Taboos in Tattooing 16:49 Gatekeeping Knowledge and Sacred Practices 29:36 Cultural Identity and Unique Designs 32:31 Understanding Cultural Sensitivity in Tattooing 34:21 The Importance of Qualified Practitioners 34:45 Revealing vs. Concealing Tattoos 36:03 Avoiding Cultural Appropriation 38:29 Researching Ancestral Tattoo Practices 43:26 The Mission of Kata'o Living Traditions 45:52 Challenges in Traditional Tattooing 50:05 Decolonization and Cultural Reconnection 53:22 Empowerment Through Ancestral Tattoos 55:17 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

In this episode of the Tattoos with Intention podcast, host Taylor interviews Lane Wilcken, a scholar and practitioner of Filipino cultural tattoos. They discuss Lane's journey into the study and revival of indigenous Filipino tattooing, the cultural and spiritual significance of the tattoos, the role of tattoos in conveying ancestral guidance and social status, and Lane’s efforts to educate and restore traditional practices. Lane also shares personal anecdotes and highlights the importance of understanding the cultural context to ensure meaningful tattoo experiences. The conversation looks into how traditional tattoos are linked to rituals and health benefits, the process of earning and receiving tattoos, and the pitfalls of modern commercial tattoo practices. 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCESInstagram:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lanewilcken⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LaneWilcken.com⁠⁠⁠Books: ⁠⁠⁠Filipino Tattoos: Ancient to Modern⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@themarkofnara⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠Explore more episodes →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠⁠00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview00:41 Interview with Lane Wilkin: Scholar and Cultural Tattoo Practitioner02:05 Lane's Journey into Filipino Tattooing04:34 Reviving Traditional Filipino Tattoos07:17 Cultural Significance and Rituals of Filipino Tattoos10:59 Challenges and Responsibilities in Cultural Tattooing18:25 Contrasting Modern and Traditional Tattoo Practices26:14 Historical Context and Cultural Erasure36:36 The Cultural Context of Head Hunting and Tattooing37:14 The Inclusive Nature of Cultural Tattooing37:21 Western Individualism vs. Cultural Tattooing38:07 The Wisdom of Ancient Tattoo Practices39:17 The Health Benefits of Traditional Tattoos41:17 A Case Study: Fertility Tattoos45:34 Modern Motivations for Tattooing47:13 The Intrinsic Functions of Tattooing58:06 The Navigational Aid of Tattoos01:06:15 The Transformational Power of Tattoos01:10:45 Addressing Tattoo Regret in Western Culture01:11:57 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsFOLLOWInstagram:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lanewilckenWebsite: ⁠LaneWilcken.comBooks: Filipino Tattoos: Ancient to ModernInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@themarkofnara⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway – Tattoo Education and Research Institute

In the first episode of the new educational series, Mark unpacks the concept of spiritual tattoos. The discussion centres around the intrinsic connection between tattoos and spirituality, and how each tattoo symbolises an individual's journey and transformation. Emphasis is placed on the importance of intention, the pitfalls of commercialised spiritual tattooing, and the role of universal and personal symbols in this process. The episode also touches on the communal and ceremonial aspects of tattooing, self-responsibility, and choosing the right artist. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their motivations and approach the tattooing process with care and respect. 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCESInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@themarkofnara⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠@tattoopathway⁠What is a Spiritual Tattoo?⁠ - original blog post version of this podcast🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube →⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Explore more episodes →⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠⁠⁠00:00 - Introduction to Tattoos with Intention01:25 - Exploring Spiritual Tattoos03:31 - The Connection Between Spirit and Tattoo16:18 - Understanding Symbols and Their Meanings22:13 - The Role of Intention and Responsibility23:51 - Tattoos as Initiation and Ceremony29:52 - Choosing the Right Artist31:05 - Avoiding Pitfalls in Spiritual Tattooing34:43 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the Tattoos with Intention podcast, host Mark Nara interviews moko artist Turumakina Duley.They discuss the significance of traditional Maori tattooing and rites of passage. Tu recounts his journey into tattooing, beginning with his childhood exposure to cultural performance and his deepening connection to Maori heritage. He shares insights from his doctoral thesis on rites of passage and the importance of re-establishing traditional practices within Maori communities.The conversation explores the psychological, communal, and transformative impacts of moko and emphasizes the importance of collective rituals and mentorship. Listeners are invited to delve deeper into the cultural and personal narratives that shape meaningful tattoo experiences.🔗 LINKS & RESOURCESInstagram:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@artselemental ⁠ | ⁠@tu_moko⁠Website: ⁠Arts Elemental⁠Books:⁠The Power of Myth⁠ – Joseph Campbell⁠The Archetype of Initiation⁠ – Robert L. Moore⁠King, Warrior, Magician, Lover: Rediscovering the Archetypes of the Mature⁠ – Robert Moore and Douglas Gillette Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@themarkofnara⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧 RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ ⁠⁠⁠20. Tradition, Tools, and Transformation – A Conversation with Māori Artist Moko Smith🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠→⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠→ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube → ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠Explore more episodes → ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us: ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:50 Meeting Turumakina Duley02:52 Turumakina’s Early Life and Tattoo Beginnings05:49 Mentorship and Moko Revival09:00 Rites of Passage and Cultural Significance21:50 Challenges and Adaptations in Modern Times29:34 Morning Rituals29:41 The Importance of Rituals30:43 Reviving Maori Cultural Practices33:23 Global Initiations and Dark Shadows37:20 Tattooing as a Rite of Passage44:31 Mixed Genealogies and Cultural Connections48:35 Concluding Thoughts and Resources

In this episode of Tattoos with Intention Mark welcomes back Shane Gallagher Coley, a technically proficient and spiritually adept tattooist. They engage in an expansive discussion on tattooing, touching on the cultural, spiritual, and energetic impacts of tattoos. Shane shares insights on how tattoo patterns and symbols connect individuals to their ancestors, influence energy frequencies, and serve as methods of spiritual healing. The conversation also goes into ancient practices such as the significance of shapes and frequencies in designs and how these contribute to energetic alignments. Shane introduces his upcoming book and workshops aimed at educating others on these profound connections and techniques in intentional tattooing.🔗 LINKS & RESOURCESInstagram:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@shanetattooer⁠⁠Crop circle video and Shanes energetic instrument ⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@themarkofnara⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧 RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠8. Shane Gallagher Coley – Tattoo Artist interview🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠⁠→⁠ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube →⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ |⁠ ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠Explore more episodes →⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us:⁠ ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:48 Meet Shane Gallagher Coley00:58 Exploring Tattoo Artistry and Spirituality02:01 Understanding Energetic Impact of Tattoos03:42 Ancient Knowledge and Resonance06:42 The Concept of Resonance in Tattoos11:09 Creating Energetic Instruments17:41 The Mystery of Crop Circles25:23 Identity, Ancestry, and Tattooing37:03 The Impact of Generational Trauma37:30 Understanding Genetic Resonance38:32 Epigenetics and Ancestral Patterns39:53 Cultural Significance of Tattoo Patterns41:08 Revival of Traditional Tattoo Practices42:34 The Current State of the Tattoo Industry45:03 Intentional and Conscious Tattooing47:40 Shane's Upcoming Book and Workshops50:17 The Energenosis Concept54:59 Radiesthesia and Energy Alignment01:00:03 The Role of Tears in Cultural Rituals01:06:50 Engaging with Ancient Knowledge

In this unique podcast episode, the hosts present a semi-annual update and introduce the Tattoo Pathway Education and Research Institute. Breaking from the usual interview format, they discuss the launch of a new fundamentals course focusing on transforming the tattoo experience through conscious engagement. Taylor Deakin, who has joined as the research lead, shares insights about her role and the team's work, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and responsibility in tattooing. The episode also talks about the mapping exercise facilitated by the new Tattoo Pathway Journal app and outlines the mission and vision of the institute. The hosts invite listeners to participate in the upcoming course and contribute to ongoing research through surveys.🔗 LINKS & RESOURCESWebsite: ⁠tattoopathway.com⁠⁠⁠Learn about our Research⁠⁠ 🎧 RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠29. How to Mitigate Tattoo Regret🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠Explore more episodes →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠⁠00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview01:41 The Research Component03:35 Understanding Tattoo Patterns09:07 The Significance of Tattooing13:42 Tattoo Pathway's Educational Approach21:52 Taylor's Background and Role31:53 The Tattoo Pathway Journal App39:06 Conclusion and Course Information

In this episode, Moko-nui-a-rangi Smith, shares his deep insights into the cultural significance of Māori tattooing and its connection to cultural identity. He discusses the importance of events at marae, such as wānanga (intense cultural seminars) in grounding Māori identity and sparking a desire to return to traditional arts. Smith recounts his journey from theatre to moko, the mentorship and the intricate process of making traditional tattooing tools. The episode also highlights the challenges and responsibilities of tattooing within and outside Māori culture, emphasising the importance of authenticity, cultural context, and personal growth. Finally, the discussion touches on ideas for maintaining a healthy tattooing process and the profound impact of traditional practices on individual and community identity.🔗 LINKS & RESOURCESInstagram:⁠ ⁠⁠@uhi_tapu⁠⁠⁠skindigenous series⁠⁠Māori TV & News⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@themarkofnara⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧 RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠25. Lane Wilcken: Cultural Tattoos and Ancient Filipino Traditions – Part 1🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube →⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Explore more episodes →⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠⁠⁠00:00 Introduction00:35 Geographical and Cultural Roots01:16 Life in Auckland and Connection to Rotorua01:47 The Importance of Family and Cultural Events02:53 Moko Wānanga: Cultural Seminars and Tattooing Practices04:26 The Evolution of Moko and Addressing Modern Challenges06:11 Personal Journey into Tattooing and Cultural Identity20:18 Learning and Crafting Traditional Tools25:24 Theatre Background and Transition to Tattooing26:30 Mentorship and Learning the Craft28:03 The Rise of Moko in the 80s and 90s28:50 Learning and Evolution of Tattooing Techniques29:27 The Cultural Significance and Revival of Tā Moko31:54 Adapting Traditional Tools for Modern Tattooing33:32 The Importance of Process in Tattooing35:12 Intergenerational Transmission and Cultural Identity43:24 Guidance for a Healthy Tattoo Process48:33 Balancing Work, Training, and Community52:45 Support and Collaboration Among Artists

This episode of the 'Tattoos with Intention' podcast features a conversation with veteran tattoo artist Phillip Millich, exploring the cultural shift in the tattoo industry from its roots in rebellion and community to a more commercial and individualistic present. Throughout the discussion, Phillip shares his journey into tattooing, the impact of societal changes on the craft, and the importance of maintaining the sacredness and spiritual significance of tattoos. As a craftsman, Phillip reflects on the changes in the industry, including the impact of technology and social media, while advocating for preserving the traditional aspects of tattooing. The talk also delves into Phillip's personal beliefs and values formed during his early years in the punk scene, touching on the importance of struggle and authenticity within the tattooing profession.🔗 LINKS & RESOURCESInstagram:⁠ ⁠@pmtattoosInstagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@themarkofnara⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🎧 RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠10. A Word From The Wise – Sanya Youalli – Tattooist Interview🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube →⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Explore more episodes →⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠00:39 Exploring Intentional Tattooing with Phillip Millich02:15 Phillip's Tattoo Journey: Beginnings and Beliefs05:21 The Evolution of Tattoo Culture and Personal Values06:20 Tattooing as a Reflection of Societal Changes10:22 The Art and Ethics of Tattooing24:30 Tattoo Shops: From Speakeasies to Modern Studios29:09 Reflecting on the Tattoo Industry's Transformation32:23 Navigating Offense and Resilience in Tattoo Culture33:36 The Lost Art of Tattooing and Its Cultural Significance36:51 Challenging Modern Tattoo Practices and Spirituality37:54 Personal Approach to Tattooing: Rituals, Realness, and Relationships45:29 Reflecting on the Evolution of Tattoo Equipment and Techniques47:39 The Impact of Social Media and Technology on Tattooing51:39 Navigating Life's Material and Spiritual Dilemmas01:01:02 Concluding Thoughts on Tattooing, Materialism, and Seeking Happiness

On today’s episode of Tattoos with Intention, I have the pleasure of speaking with Lee. Lee is not only a client of mine but also a guide and therapist. Lee discusses his experience of getting a tattoo, and how the tattoo has helped him to grow and change.Key Points Discussed:Finding the right tattoo artist: Lee discusses the importance of finding a tattoo artist who is a good fit for you, someone who can create a tattoo that has meaning for you.The importance of intention: Lee talks about how he knew he wanted an intentional tattoo, rather than just a cool tattoo. He describes the moment he felt a “yes” and knew that getting tattooed was the right path for him.The tattoo as a journey: Lee discusses his experience of getting tattooed as a journey of self-discovery. He talks about how the tattoo helped him to connect with his own inner wisdom and purpose.The therapeutic aspects of tattooing: Lee, who is a therapist himself, discusses the therapeutic aspects of getting tattooed. He talks about how the tattooing process can be a way of working through past trauma and experiences.Living a meaningful life: Lee talks about the importance of living a meaningful life in order to get a meaningful tattoo. He says that if you’re not living a meaningful life, then the tattoo won’t have the same impact.The archetypes of tattoos: Mark mentions that he has been thinking about the archetypes of tattoos, and that Lee’s tattoo can be seen as representing the “more mature stage” of comprehension and participation in intentional living.🔗 LINKS & RESOURCESInstagram: ⁠@lee_trew⁠⁠ConnectionCulture.life⁠ – Psychotherapy Training⁠BluegumBushcraft.com.au⁠ – Family Camps and Bushcraft Mentoring⁠WildHeart.life⁠ – Deep Rewilding, Vision quest and Survival quest Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@themarkofnara⁠⁠⁠🎧 RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ ⁠⁠⁠15. Dedication and Perseverance in Tattoo Process – With David Grolman🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Explore more episodes →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This transcript is of a conversation between Mark Nara and James, a client of Mark's who has been getting tattooed by him for several years. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including James's early tattoos, his experiences with addiction and mental health, and the role that tattooing has played in his life.Key PointsIntentional tattooing: The importance of approaching tattoos with intention and awareness, rather than focusing solely on the aesthetic or artistic aspects.The impact of tattoos: How tattoos can influence the wearer's life and identity, both positively and negatively.Unconscious intentions: The potential for tattoos to embody unconscious beliefs, patterns, and stories that can impact the wearer's life.The role of the tattoo artist: Choosing a tattoo artist who aligns with your values and can guide you through the intentional tattooing process.James's tattoo journey: James shares his personal experience of getting tattooed, from his early, impulsive choices to his later, more intentional approach.Cover-ups and transformation: The process of covering up old tattoos that no longer resonate with the wearer and using tattoos to facilitate personal transformation.Discerning ego from integrity: How to distinguish between getting tattooed for personal validation (ego) and getting tattooed for reasons that align with your deeper values and integrity.The power of intentional tattooing: The potential for tattoos to serve as powerful tools for self-discovery, healing, and personal growth.The conversation also touches on a number of other topics, including the role of men's work in James's life, his experiences with breathwork, and his views on ceremonial tattooing.🔗 LINKS & RESOURCESInstgram: ⁠⁠@jamesszen⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠@themarkofnara⁠🎧 RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠12. Uprooting Beliefs with Jaguar Heart🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Explore more episodes →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of the Tattoos with Intention podcast, Mark interviews a recent client, Corey, where they delve into his personal journey in tattoos, the intentional process, the waiting period before getting tattoos, and how tattoos provide insight into life experiences. They also touch on aspects of tattoo finances, trust in the artist, and the impact of getting tattoos at the right time.🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Explore more episodes →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠00:03 Introduction and Podcast Overview00:20 The Importance of Intention in Tattooing00:36 Announcement: Tattoo Pathway Coursework01:22 Interview with Corey: A Client's Perspective02:18 The Tattoo Process: A Personal Journey02:41 The Decision to Get Tattooed: A Long Consideration04:43 The Meaning Behind the Tattoos09:21 The Tattooing Experience: A Balance of Energies12:21 Reflecting on the Tattoo Journey16:37 The Impact of Tattoos on Personal Identity21:13 The Psychological Impact of Tattoos22:14 The Importance of Patience in Tattooing22:56 The Tattooing Process: From Arrival to Departure23:28 The Significance of Time and Distance in Tattooing24:13 The Deep Conversations During Tattoo Sessions25:08 The Influence of Life Experiences on Tattoo Designs26:36 The Role of Trust and Comfort in Tattooing29:32 The Financial Aspect of Tattooing35:38 The Artist's Perspective on Tattooing38:17 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans

This week, we're continuing with our client interview series. I'll be talking to a good friend and dedicated client, Dave, who will share his tattoo journey and how it plays a significant role in his life. Dave's Tattoo Journey: Dave opens the discussion by sharing his personal journey with tattoos. From initially believing that tattoos weren't for him to now considering them as integral parts of himself. His first tattoo was at the age of 26 and he's now three quarters through a large-scale tattoo that covers from his mid-back, over his hips, down to just below his knees. Tattoos as Significant Markings: Mark and Dave delve into the importance and significance of tattoos in their lives. They discuss how these markings bear immense personal significance and are often tied to pivotal events or transformations in their lives.The Evolution from Banker to Farmer: Dave shares his transition from working in a bank to farming medical cannabis, drawing parallels between this transition and his tattoo journey.The Tattoo Pathway Course: Dave talks about his experience with the Tattoo Pathway coursework in 2020. He reflects on how it provided him with a solid framework for understanding many aspects of his tattoos.Tattoos as a Rite of Passage: Dave discusses how getting a tattoo can be seen as a rite of passage - a significant event marking important changes in life.Understanding Boundaries in Tattoo Space: The conversation covers the importance of understanding one's needs and boundaries when getting tattooed. It also touches on how different approaches or levels of preparedness can impact the tattoo experience. - Witnessing the Transformation: Both Mark and Dave emphasize the importance of having someone witness your transformation through tattoos. They discuss how having someone understand what has transpired during the tattoo process can be an integral part of the experience.🔥 WHEN YOU’RE READY→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book a 1:1 consult with Mark ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Get Tattooed by Mark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Join the FREE Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🤩 LISTEN + WATCH MOREWatch this episode on YouTube →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoo Pathway Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Prefer to listen? Subscribe on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Apple⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Explore more episodes →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Tattoos With Intention archive⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🖤 SUPPORT THE SHOWLike this episode? Hit the like button and subscribe for more.Leave a comment if something landed—we’d love to hear from you.Know a brand or business aligned with our message?Sponsor or collaborate with us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠tattoopathway.com/contact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠