The Evolution of an Industry & its Ethics (Part 4)
Originally, this series was going to explore how the tattoo industry has evolved over the course of roughly the last 100 years by looking into what could be considered as each of the "historical eras" of modern tattooing and seeing how certain issues were addressed and dealt with, while also sharing some historical knowledge to all who read this as well. Quite honestly however, the main intent behind doing this was to show that, how over time and due to many different circumstances, including everything from the fact that many of the tattoo supply companies eventually began selling products to realistically just about anyone, to discussing the eventual taking away of the "old school enforcement methods" that helped correct inappropriate conduct within the tattoo world, to finally talking about the television shows that have ended up doing way more harm than good for the industry, but in the end, it unfortunately all boils down to one thing anyway. Greed.
Last weeks airing of TLC's "Tattoo School" was a final straw to many of us living in the tattoo world, and the backlash to those who haven't taken the traditions, or at least the safety, of it seriously is starting to be seen. As every action in this universe has an opposite, yet equal, reaction, it would be appropriate to say to prepare for the wave of tattooing integrity and safety to be washing ashore soon! And like it's done for the past 29 years, Pikes Peak Tattoo will stay at the forefront in not only providing the public with safe and artistic quality tattoos, but will also continue fighting against the inappropriate and unethical abuses of our beloved tradition.
My apologies for being so abrupt in the ending of this series, however, after much contemplation, it was in my opinion that some of what was about to be covered was really not for public awareness, nor does any advertising need to be done for businesses or people who do not have respect for the industry for which they supposedly cater to. It is now my intention in the coming weeks to focus more on the client side of tattooing as it pertains to safety and artistry. Again, my sincerest apologies for the ending this series early. For more information on the history of tattooing may I suggest:
J.K.
