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Go to the roots, not to the fruits. I’m your host, Stef Bastiàn, tattooer with over twenty years of experience, traveler, painter, coach. Join me to improve your artistic, personal and professional journey through the stories and insights of inspiring guests, within and outside the tattoo world. Learn more about my different projects and classes at https://www.stefbastian.com/
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Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
I love Zac. We met years ago during one of his guest spots and I remember him having the same qualities that characterize him today: well articulate, talented, dedicated, always trying to make every word count. The difference between then and now is that, apart from increasing even more his artistic abilities and experience, he created a publishing company that is a reference in the tattoo world: AFTERLIFE PRESS.
Beautiful books that showcase some of the most influential contemporary artists while sharing the art and philosophy behind these accomplished professionals. All done with exquisite taste and visionary curation.
If you want to not only support true quality and dedication but also learn from the very best, these are the books you need.
Today Zac shared with us his upbringing and what it takes to create something so significant, an example to follow.
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Zac’s shop Shrine Tattoo
Your host Stef Bastiàn
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
What makes up a successful career?
It takes vision, courage, confidence and a few more ingredients. Today Big Meas, a global reference in the world of lettering, shares with us what brought him where he is today. He talks about the importance of cultivating not only the tecnical aspect but also, and perhaps more importantly, the human connection.
You can find Big Meas on Instagram and at bigmeas.com
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Thursday Dec 28, 2023
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
With 30 years of tattooing under his belt and an intimate knowledge of Japanese culture, Crez is a reference in Italy for Japanese tattooing.
What I like about him the most, beside his expertise, is his genuine honesty and coherence, uncommon values that I personally treasure.
In this cozy December afternoon we talked about what shaped him into the man he’s today; ethics within tattooing; how to hone your skills; the necessity of critical thinking and feedback; the importance of being open to progress.
The voice of people like Crez carries the weight of lived experiences, I hope you might find his words as inspiring as I did.
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Adrenalink YouTube channel(Italian)
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
It’s been a privilege to sit down with Claudia De Sabe in this beautiful autumn afternoon to listen to her story and pick her brain on her own process. Over the course of this interview we learn how the beautiful work we all love her for is second only to her mindset. Unweavering work ethic, resolve and dedication are the foundations of her success, the same stuff greatness is made of.
Recorded once again Live at the Kaiserstadt convention in Aachen, I’d like to personally thank Andreas Coenen for putting together my favourite show on the planet.
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Friday Sep 22, 2023
Friday Sep 22, 2023
I’m really happy to have had the chance to chat with Swasthik, she is such a beautiful presence in the tattoo world. Known as gunga_ma, for Swasthik tattooing runs deep in her blood. Her grandma, called Paccai Kutta Ma (tattoo mama), has been sticking and poking tattoos for over 40 years. Together with the spiritual practice she inherited growing up, she has been exposed from a young age to sacred symbols and rituals that reflects into her own art.
I admire her work not only for the craftsmanship, creativity and dedication behind it but also and especially for the spirit with which she infuses it. A strong work ethic where the personal relationship with customers is a priority and gratitude is foundation on which her work stands.
In the last years she has been progressively reconnecting more with her roots, especially the warrior women of the First Nation. In her words: “The women who bless me, guide me, show me strength. In our tradition, Women are Devi, women carry life, carry pain, carry compassion and carry wisdom.”
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You can check out the other projects and classes at stefbastian.com
Friday Sep 01, 2023
Friday Sep 01, 2023
Have you ever struggled with feelings of inadequacy?
Self-doubt?
Do you set impossible standards that bring anxiety when unmet?
Dr. Sophie Mort is here to help.
Sophie is a clinical psychologist with a master’s in neuroscience, Her work with the science of habit has helped many understand the patterns of behaviour that get you in your own way. In this episode packed with practical tips, she shreds a light on how we can achieve our full potential and, especially, build a happier life.
Read more about her work at drsoph.com
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Thursday Aug 24, 2023
Thursday Aug 24, 2023
“Influential.
“Pioneer”.
“Contribution”.
These are the words that you see most commonly associated with Marcus’ name in books, magazines and when talking to veteran tattooers.
A great influence, Marcus started experimenting in the 90’s, with a few others, to find a new take on subject and tecnique in tattooing. And so, Newschool was born. An innovative approach to color, design, composition, light sources that shaped the generations to come. Marcus Pacheco is definitely a name that we need to know as tattooers because is thanks to people like him that today we can do certain things in a certain way.
“Go to the roots, not to the fruits” they say, let’s give credit to those who deserve it.
To contact Marcus: Marcuscliffordpacheco@gmail.com
Saturday Jul 22, 2023
Saturday Jul 22, 2023
Lorena Morato is a Brazilian tattooer specialized in neotraditional. Well known not only for her tattoos but also her beautiful paintings, Lorena shares with us how she came to reinvent herself, rediscovering a new sense of authenticity which is well transmitted in her art.
I have personally found great value in her journey and I’m sure you can derive a sense of direction, especially in relation to developing your own style. Plus, she’s a lovely human being.
You can find Lorena on Instagram and at her shop Golden times atelier in Cologne, Germany
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
Sunday Jul 09, 2023
Have you ever had problems with your neck, lower back, tingling fingers that lose sensitivity, wrist or elbow?
Especially as tattooers we all had to deal with some of these at some point and in the worst cases we have been forced to take time off due to the pain. As with many other things, knowledge is power. If we want to keep doing what we love for a long time it’s better that we know the causes of these issues and the best practices to avoid or fix them.
In this episode we talk with Jordan Signorelli, therapist specialized in conditions associated to tattooing.
Make sure to check out the wealth of free resources he shares on his channels to achieve a long and pain-free career.
Find Jordan on Instagram
Monday Jun 26, 2023
Monday Jun 26, 2023
Do you like to paint? Have you ever struggled with any part of the process and wish you had some sort of guidance?
This week’s episode features Kelly Anne Powers, third generation artist and host of the Learn to Paint podcast. In her show Kelly talks to some of the best painters in the world, sharing with her audience their process, systems and insights, fruit of decades of practice.
I have really enjoyed this conversation and I believe you can find value in Kelly’s words, particularly when she explains the difference between skills and style and the importance of habit over inspiration.
You can find Kelly’s podcast at Learntopaintpodcast.com and on all major platforms
Learn to paint podcast Instagram
Kelly’s Instagram
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