David Meek

David Meek Jan 15, 2026

How I keep my creative fire burning as a tattoo artist

I’ve seen it happen to artists I respect. They stop doing the little things that bring them joy. Not on purpose...just…

David Meek Jan 14, 2026

Birthday hang alert. tucson people, let's party

David Meek Jan 12, 2026

how to have the best day at a tattoo shop

One of the most overlooked habits in a long tattoo career is learning how to actually enjoy the people you work with.…

David Meek Jan 12, 2026

how to live a happy life as a tattoo artist

David Meek Jan 9, 2026

If a tattoo isn't a HELL YEAH... it's a NO

Most tattoo artists think saying yes to every tattoo makes them money. It doesn’t. It makes their work worse. One…

David Meek Jan 8, 2026

The daily habit every tattoo artist needs to use!

Day 7/31 The Daily Planning Habit Every Tattoo Artist Needs If you’re a tattoo artist and your days feel chaotic, this…

David Meek Jan 7, 2026

How to plan a leg sleeve tattoo

First new project of 2026 A horror film leg sleeve… with a coverup. Before anyone commits a whole leg, this is the…

David Meek Jan 7, 2026

Day 6 of 31 daily habits for tattoo artists... nose strip

Energy drinks aren’t the problem. Tattooing isn’t the problem. “Long days” aren’t the problem. You are. Specifically,…