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From Metalhead to Master Tattooer: Joao Bosco's Journey

From Metalhead to Master Tattooer: Joao Bosco's Journey

Update: 2024-06-05
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On this episode of Chats and Tatts, host Aaron Della Vedova sits down with tattoo artist Joao Bosco for a deep conversation that goes beyond tattoos. They discuss life, spirituality, karma, and the effects of AI. 

 

Life events and challenges are often disguised blessings that lead to personal development and growth. In a podcast episode, Joao Bosco shares his inspiring journey of relocating from Brazil to London to pursue a career in tattooing. Despite feeling like a misfit in Brazil and encountering various obstacles, Joao took a leap of faith and started anew in London without any support network.

 

Joao's story illustrates how stepping out of one's comfort zone and confronting challenges head-on can foster personal growth. He emphasizes that difficult experiences, such as loneliness and discouragement, can shape one's character and impart valuable life lessons. Joao's narrative showcases how embracing uncertainties and challenges can unveil new opportunities and experiences.Tune in to this philosophical and thought-provoking episode that delves into the depths of human connection and creativity.

 

Chat Breakdown:

00:00:00 - Starting Out in Tattooing

00:02:01 - Influence and Inspiration

00:03:03 - Joao's Tattoo Shop and Work in LA

00:04:01 - Learning from Different Styles

00:08:24 - Evolution of Tattooing

00:12:24 - Tattoo Industry Culture

00:14:04 - Joao's Early Life and Art

00:16:31 - Growing Up in Brazil

00:18:08 - Heavy Metal Influence

00:20:02 - Transition to Tattooing

00:22:51 - First Tattoo Experience

00:24:01 - Self-Taught Tattooing

00:25:05 - London Calling

00:27:02 - Challenges in the UK

00:29:14 - Language and Cultural Adaptation

00:30:48 - Gratitude and Perspective

00:34:39 - Spirituality and Personal Growth

00:36:00 - Daily Practices and Mindset

00:38:08 - Quantum Physics and Reality

00:39:17 - Inner Conflicts and Anxiety

00:40:10 - Humility in Tattooing

00:42:12 - Evolving Tattoo Industry

00:51:15 The power of AI.

00:54:36 The role of AI in survival.

00:58:49 AI in Music Industry.

01:02:43 The future of live performances.

01:07:02 AI's impact on innovation

01:09:37 AI and soul connection.

01:14:32 Souls in all living things.

01:16:23 AI developing a soul.

01:22:48 Hallucinogens in Western culture.

01:24:12 The species Apex moment.

01:29:18 The pendulum of human evolution.

01:31:33 The power of podcasts.

01:36:27 Government's propaganda campaign tactics.

01:39:29 Twitter files and government influence.

01:43:33 Ignorance is profitable.

01:48:23 Life as a real sci-fi.

01:51:24 20 years in the industry.

01:52:37 Boosting client's endurance.

01:56:18 Empathy in tattoo sessions.

01:59:25 ]Tattooing between London and LA.

 

Quotes:

"We need tattoos. We are in a rock band, a metal band. We need tattoos. We need to look cool."

"You want to hang out with people who are doing shit you're not doing."

"Heavy metal changed the course of my life completely."

"If I'm gonna lose I'm gonna lose big."

"Our industry specifically for many years was very easy to get an ego."

"I have no sympathy for folks that tend to dwell in the past and whine"

"I really believe AI could fix the world. I think it has the power to cure disease. I think it has the power to rule nations. I think it has the power to make this planet a better place."

 "I believe the survival of our species depends on AI."

"I think there's gonna be some big events some pretty fucking big ones and it's gonna slap us, slap the world."

"Any harm that we do to someone else, we're doing to ourselves in a way."

"Ignorance is very profitable."

"This shit's getting trippier than three hits of acid."

 

Stay Connected:

Connect with Joao:   

IG: https://www.instagram.com/@joaoboscoart

 

Connect with Aaron:⁠  

Website: http://www.chatsandtatts.com⁠

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chatsandtatts 

IG: http://www.instagram.com/chatsandtatts

Chats & Tatts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/chatsandtatts

Aaron IG:⁠ http://www.instagram.com/aarondellavedova⁠

Guru Tattoo: http://www.Gurutattoo.com

 

 

 

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From Metalhead to Master Tattooer: Joao Bosco's Journey

From Metalhead to Master Tattooer: Joao Bosco's Journey