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Welcome to the first episode of Ask Black Wolf — the new mini-series from The Black Wolf Collective Podcast, where we answer your questions from across the industries we work in.

In this episode, Lexa and Norma answer a question sent in by Phoenix Women Rising:
“What is a good pathway to becoming a tattoo apprentice?”

The conversation dives into the reality of getting into the tattoo industry, what studios actually look for in an apprentice, common misconceptions about tattooing, and why attitude, consistency and willingness to learn matter more than people think.

Lexa also shares insights into what Black Wolf looks for when taking on apprentices, what aspiring artists should focus on building, and why there’s no single “perfect” pathway into the industry.

Whether you’re seriously considering tattooing as a career, already building a portfolio, or just curious about how the industry works — this episode gives a real and honest insight into the apprenticeship journey.

We’re also currently taking expressions of interest for a tattoo apprenticeship at Black Wolf Collective.

Apply or learn more here:
https://theblackwolfcollective.com.au/jobs-available/#tattooapprentice

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APPRENTICE

01.03 introduction

01.58 today’s question

02.44 we are looking for a new apprentice

04.00 reality of being an apprentice

04.20 willingness to learn

06.00 Taking on constructive critisism

12.00 importance of variety in portfolio

14.20 collaboration

19.20 watching before tattooing

22.54 comparison

26.43 customer service

32.13 every apprenticeship is different

32.48 three points of advice

37.20 apprenticeship opening details

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Follow Black Wolf Collective:
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Black Wolf Barbers:
https://www.instagram.com/blackwolfbarbers/

Laser Tattoo Removal:
https://www.instagram.com/lasertattooremoval_bwc/

Black Wolf Hair & Beauty:
https://www.instagram.com/blackwolfhairandbeauty/