Tattooing and Painting with Akos Strenner

The Intersection of Tattooing and Fine Art  | The Honest Tattooer Podcast

Welcome back to the Honest Tattooer Podcast! Jon Mesa and G Money sit down with Akos Strener, a renowned tattoo artist from Hungary specializing in black and grey realism, to discuss his unique journey in the tattoo industry. Rener shares his experiences from starting in 1998, drawing inspiration for his paintings from his tattoo career, and navigating the conventions of modern and digital art. The team delves into the complexities of tattoo supplies, the impact of AI in art, and the ongoing debate between traditional and modern tattoo practices.

🎤 In this episode:
 • Akos journey from Hungary to New York
 • The evolution of tattoo technology and supplies
 • The balance between traditional and digital art
 • The impact of AI on artistry and education
 • Personal experiences and philosophies on tattooing and painting

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 • Jon Mesa: @Jonmesatattoos
 • Matt Truiano: @Matttruiano
 • Akos : @Kaostattooart
 • Gabe Pantoja: @Gabetattoos

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00:00 Welcome to the Honest Tattooer Podcast
01:06 Special Guest Introduction: Rener from Hungary
06:04 The Debate: Digital vs. Traditional Art
09:45 Tattoo Techniques and Challenges
36:46 The New York Tattoo Scene
41:01 Piercing Stories and Shop Dynamics
44:43 Social Media Sensitivities
52:26 Debating Tattoo Products and Industry Standards
01:00:13 The Role of Technology in Tattooing
01:20:15 AI and Its Influence on Art and Tattooing
01:29:28 Concluding Thoughts and Future Topics