I Faked Hating My Tattoo to Get Back on Ink Master

Описание: In this episode of the Honest Tattooer Podcast, we sit down with Evan — a hardcore tattoo collector with one of the wildest Ink Master stories we’ve ever heard.

From getting tattooed on Ink Master Season 7 to being pushed by producers to fake outrage on Ink Master Redemption, Evan breaks down what it’s really like being a canvas on reality TV — including the guilt, the PTSD, and the apology he owed his artist years later.

We also dive deep into long-session tattooing, client pain thresholds, artist responsibility, communication breakdowns, and why the experience matters just as much as the tattoo itself.

This episode gets raw, funny, uncomfortable, and honest — exactly how we like it.

🔍 Topics We Cover:
• What REALLY happens behind the scenes on Ink Master
• How producers coach canvases to create drama
• Faking dissatisfaction to get back on TV
• Long-session tattooing & nervous system overload
• Tattoo conventions vs shop sessions
• Artist-client communication (and miscommunication)
• Pain management, ego, and emotional breaking points
• Why tattoo experience matters more than trophies

💬 Question for the comments:
Would you ever sit 30–40 hours over multiple days for one tattoo?

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🎙️ Hosts:

Jon Mesa – @jonmesatattoos
Matt Truiano- @Matttruiano
Gabe “G-Money” Pantoja- @gabetattoos

🎨 Guest:

Evan (Tattoo Collector & Ink Master Canvas)
Lalo- @lalotattoos

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