Our interview for one of the most known tattoo artist specialized in micro realism, Edit Paints.
1. Does the name Edit Paints come from the fact that you were a painter before being a tattoo artist?
The name Edit paints started when I was a painter working at a gallery. That was my full time job. And that was my “stage” name. When I got into tattooing I loved the idea of using the same name since I believe my tattoos are just like paintings only different medium. And I keep using all my knowledge from oil paintings into my tattoos.
2. How much has your style of painting influenced the way you tattoo?
I developed my own style that is based on oil paintings techniques. I call it the “black foundation” which is like the under painting of an oil painting then I built my tattoo based on this laws with layers and highlights. Being a painter really helped me focus my style and realize the elements I find interesting. So when I started tattooing I had a lot of inspiration and a good technical ground.
3. What inspired you start tattooing?
I was always interested in the tattooing industry since I was a really young that fascinated me but I know I wanted to learn art first and I got my bachelor degree in art and I was fortunate to have my husband as a mentor, an amazing tattoo artist, Avihoo. After being a full time painter he toughs me everything I needed to know to make the transfer in to tattooing.
4. Did you immediately understand that you wanted to make micro-realism?
Since I had my painting history I knew the style I was interested in is realistic. At first I did big scale tattoos but then when I found the small needle and realised I can create a very detailed work in a small scale tattoo that changes everything for me I was fascinated to discover the small needle and that style was just starting and me and Avihoo were one of the first tattooers to do that style in the world so that was amazing to also be a part of something new and exciting.
5. Some people think that micro realism doesn’t work well over the years on the skin, what do you think about it?
I do understand why people would think that micro tattoos don’t last since we only have this style around for 10 years, so we really don’t know how it would look like in 20 years, but like in every style the ink gets a bit spread , as a tattoo artist I have to choose the right placement for this style to last for years and also to do it probably. That is something that is in the top of my head when I work . I always check my healings and improve myself.
6. Your online seminar is available, would you like to talk about it?
I have an online seminar that shows my work process. All the knowledge I gained through the years. And the way I use my knowledge in oil painting trough my tattoos.I love seeing all my students from all over the world . Thanking me for what I share and that warms my heart every time.
7. Is there something you would like to tattoo but haven’t had the opportunity to do yet?
At this moment I’m also going back to my oil and charcoal paintings and trying to combine those two files together. It has been amazing going back to that so whenever a client asks to get one of my paintings as a tattoo that is such an amazing honor for me since it’s truly my dream. To paint my own tattoos.
8. Would you like to tell us what was the best and worst experience during a tattoo?
One of my best experiences was to be a part of the symposium this July , where I got to lecture in front of 170 tattoo artist that was such a big honour, I get such great opportunities being a part of this industry. I’m also a sponser of Cheyenne and fusion ink which was my first equipment choice so to get to be a part of their team was amazing. Worst experience was when I started tattooing and some people didn’t want to get a tattoo by me , since I was a woman it was really hard at first, but this days we have so many talented woman in the industry and this world has changed a lot.
9. What advice would you give to those who want to approach the world of micro realism?
I would tell those who want to start tattooing that they should stay loyal to their astatic taste even if that means not earning money at the beginning since the most important thing is that you live what you do , then others fall in love with it, believe in it and you will get the following audience.
10. Thank you for your kindness, we are sure that you will continue to inspire new generations of tattoo artists, and we wish you the best for your future projects and your brilliant career ❤️
I’m so lucky to do what I love and get such amazing responses, I’m so grateful.
Thank you !
