Interview with Ty Nathan McEwen by Iva Kanceska  22/ 10 / 2011

Hello Mr. McEwen! I'm very happy that I got the chance to make an interview with you. Honestly, I'm a huge fan of your art. It seems like there is even more than
just a talent ... I was amazed when I saw your tattoo works. There are so many styles that you do and all of them describes your love and dedication for all  you do.

Awesome, indeed!

In the very beginning of this interview, please feel free to tell us more about your starts in this job, your first experiences etc...

Q: What made you to become a tattoo artist?
A: I've always wanted to be an artist, I was influenced by the art of Guy Aitchison and Paul Booth.

Q: Like I said, your tattoo art is amazing. How much time was necessary for you to get into this great level?
A: Personally, I feel like I am at no great level, I still have much to learn. You get out what you put in... So keep pushing always. Never stop never get comfortable.

Q: Some people say that it is possible to be self though artist. What are your thoughts about this? What is the best way to learn how to tattoo?
A: Well I'm self taught, although i got a lot of guidance and mentoring from John Montgomery and Carson Hill. I still constantly learn from my peers and friends in and outside of the industry... I say do it right and work hard as a apprentice in a reputable shop.

 

Q: Seems like your passion is doing color tattoos. Most of them have strong lines and great highlights. Which is so impressive, at least for me. Do you consider this style of work as your specialty?
A: No specifically, I prefer Bio organic artwork and organic style that flows with the form of the body's natural curves and flatters the wearer. I think any subject matter can be applied to this. But also I enjoy doing other subject matter just doing it like if I was wearing it would I be happy with the outcome.

   

Q: Tattooing is an art. Where do you find your creativity when you have to come up with a tattoo for someone?
A: Everywhere. The world all around us is filled with constant inspiration. Look hard!

Q: Do you get caught up emotionally when you tattoo/paint or you keep that separate?
A: Often, but the focus is the key to make quality art.

    

Q: You color tattoos are really awesome! What do you prefer color or black n grey ink?
A: I feel that some tattoos need to be color an others black and grey .. it's a "feeling" thing.

Q: As tattooist... Which style of tattooing you find as most difficult?
A: The Bio organic style.

            

Q: Tattoos are personal sign for everyone. Are there any tattoos you refuse to do? Like words with racist meanings, politic etc..?
A: Of course ! If I'm not ok with the subject matter or the client I'm not going to work with them. I need to be as comfortable as the client while the tattooing process is going on. I want everyone(myself included) to have a good experience.

  

Q: Art could be a great influence on someone's personality. What is the best lesson that you've learned from you long tattoo journey?
A: Be yourself.

Q: What is the biggest challenge in this job for you?
A: Clients and adjusting to their personalities.

Q: What can we expect from you in the future? Things that you would like to do and have not done yet?
A: Just more and bigger bodies of work. I'm quite eager to tattoo more and bigger Bio organic styled works inspired from various things in the nature.

http://tymcewen.com
Thank you for the interview.