Interview with Kalvotron | Realism Style | Madrid, Spain | 07/06/2020
Hello!
Thank you so much for taking the time to answer some questions for
our readers. Please start by telling us something about yourself and
what how do you end up working as a tattoo artist?
Hello my name is Raul, but everybody in the bussines know me as
Kalvotron. I’m 37 and I’ve been tattooing since 2016, localed in
Madrid, Spain.
Q: What part of the journey was the hardest but rewarding at
the same time?
A: The hardest thing was learning by myself. I didn’t have almost
anybody to ask how to correct my mistakes, but step by step I was
gaining confidence to take more complex works. Seeing the results
was the best for me.
Q: I like the portraits a lot! Very detailed work, great
balance of black and white ink, great final look! I can't pick a
favourite, all right maybe the Joker! Impressive! Are you the main
creator or you collaborate with your clients on ideas? Are there any
designs you simply won't do, even if they are somewhat tattoo
realism?
A: THANKS! I always work based on the customer’s idea and try to do
it on my way, tranforming those ideas in my own interpretation. And
yes, I accept almost all works that come...almost!!
Q: Are you open to work on cover up tattoos or maybe doing
some touch ups on an old tattoo? Is there anything like "tattoo
appearance" maintenance?
A: Honestly I don't use to do covers, because it's very difficult
for me. I don't think I have enought experience.
Q: Your drawings skills are also good, I bet that brings
your tattoo art on a higher level at least creatively or? Is it
crucial to have good drawing skills or tattooing is a very technical
job that must be learned?
A: Of course! The drawing base is essential to start tattooing. The
first pass to introduce yourself in the tattoo world. Without this
you can flow lines or fill solid but you can’t take it to an
artistic concept.
Q: What are some of the most time consuming parts to work on
while doing a portrait tattoo?
A: Definitely achieve the resemblance with the photo, especially on
family or characters portraits. That always make me nervous when
starting. You must take it easy and not run.
Q: Only black and gray? Color inks? Ever? Heh Do you plan to
make some changes in your work even starting from your already well
know style?
A: Only b&g fot the moment. But I would like to try color realism
sometime in the future. At this moment I'm trying to do large
projects like backs, torsos or full legs to create high contrast in
big spaces.
Q: What would you say about the tattoo scene in Spain? Do
you see progress?
A: In my opinion it is one of the most powerfull worldwide. Great
artists in each style. No doubt.
Q: What would you say to each young person who wants to try
their luck in this job?
A: Effort and dedication. No tricks or shortcuts, only hard work and
love what you do. Respect.
Please write down your contact info and studio location.
Thanks for all, was a pleasure for me!!!!
@kalvotrontattoo
Resident in @dustandbones.tattoo
And eventually in my Swiss home
@theblackhorseswiss
Mr.Kalvotron Thank you so much for the interview,
Take care and keep up the great work.