Intimacy and Energy Exchange In Tattooing with Jose Morales, AKA Cheeseburger

In the realms of tattooing and art, the environment in which an artist operates is pivotal to their development and growth. As discussed in the podcast episode, surrounding oneself with skilled artists can significantly enhance one’s ability to absorb knowledge and overcome subconscious limitations.

In this episode of 'Chats and Tatts,' host Aaron Della Vedova sits down with a talented tattoo artist 'Cheeseburger' known for his impressive color realism and surrealism work, infused with elements of anime. Aaron, after discovering Cheese's artistry, left him amazed by the hard work and skill displayed in the tattoos. The discussion delves into the artist's journey, balancing family life with his craft while working at Pacific Soul Tattoo in Honolulu, Hawaii. Aaron shares insights on how exposure to talented peers can break down subconscious limitations in art, inspiring creativity and growth.

Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with artistic passion and the realities of being a family man in the tattoo industry.

Chat Breakdown:

00:00:32 - Absorbing Tattoo Knowledge

00:03:29 - Influence of Hawaiian Tattoo Culture

00:04:20 - Challenges of Color Realism on Dark Skin

00:05:10 - Evolution of Cheese's Tattoo Style

00:06:01 - Learning from Nikko Hurtado

00:08:10 - Hard Work vs. Talent in Tattooing

00:09:08 - The Physical and Mental Demands of Tattooing

00:11:02 - The Intimacy of Tattooing

00:12:48 - Energy Exchange in Tattooing

00:14:08 - Balancing Health, Family, and Work

00:19:00 - The Role of Social Media in Tattooing

00:19:52 - Passion and Challenges in Tattooing

00:20:07 - Economic Impact on Tattoo Industry

00:21:18 - Adapting to Changes in the Tattoo Industry

00:23:36 - Fears and Motivations for Tattoo Artists

Quotes:

"You realize they're human, they're not gods, they're not magicians, they're just regular people like you, and somehow he's doing that, or she's doing that, so it just, without even knowing it, it clicks into your mind that, then I can do that."