interview with tattoo artist Heng Yue

  Hello Heng Yue! Thank you so much for taking the time to do this interview. It really means a lot having you here. Please start by telling us something about yourself, how it all started? I have been in this field for 15 years. I chose to be a tattoo artist for being independent, flexible, well paid, innovative, challenging, and artistic. I will devote all myself into this, I can hardly feel what other jobs can bring to me.

Q: Was it hard to learn? 
A: If you are inspired, innovative, with good drawing skills and work with diligence, you will be a great artist. Of course you have to improve.

Q: How would you define your style? Would you give it a name?
A: I name my style in two words, innovative and realistic. I like to present realistic feeling in my work by focusing on details and variation of bone, muscle, and skin. These are the factors of my work. I also dwell deep into the tattooed skin and what the work inspires. I design for every client. I believe this is why my works are attractive.

Q: Have you ever tried something different than the style you're known for?
A: Trying is key to improve your level. I've been exploring in different directions, absorbing different nutrition.

Q: Big tattoos like sleeves and backpieces can take 4-5 sessions to complete or maybe even more, depending of the complexly of the design, but when it's all done, I bet it is worth it. Are these types of tattoos a big challenge but at the same time a great way to really show your skills?
A: Exactly, big piece is really a challenge to tattooist’s endurance and skills. But big tattoos are magnificent and every second spent doing it it is absolutelly worth it. I love doing big tattoos. Back tattoos are my favorite.

 

Q: Any advice for getting a tattoo in the summer?
A: In my point of view, summer is better for tattooing as in summer, the skin is moist and elastic, and with better body circulation which is good for skin recovery, of course infection must be carefully avoided.

Q: Advice for the new artists?
A: Be wholehearted, dedicate yourself and you can make it.