From Ink Master to Entrepreneur: Bili Vegas Spills the Ink on His Tattoo Empire!

Welcome back to the Honest Tattooer podcast! This episode features an insightful discussion with veteran tattoo artist, shop owner, and entrepreneur Bili Vegas. Bili is the owner and operator of two tattoo shops called Afterlife in Long Island, NY and is also one of the creators of Redemption aftercare. He shares his journey through the tattooing world, including his experience on reality TV shows and his perspective on the evolution of tattoo culture, taking on apprentices and more. 🎙️ In this episode: - Bili shares the story behind his participation in Ink Master and how it shaped his career. - The challenges and rewards of running multiple tattoo shops. - Insights into the development and success of a tattoo-related product. - Discussion on the importance of apprenticeships and mentorship in the tattoo industry. 📣 Viewer Interaction: We enjoyed your comments on our last episode about the role of social media in the tattoo industry. This week, we delve into the intricacies of running a tattoo business and developing tattoo products. Join the conversation! Comment below your thoughts or any questions you might have for future episodes. 👤 Follow our hosts and guests: Honesttattooer: [www.instagram.com/honesttattooer](www.instagram.com/honesttattooer) Jon Mesa: @jonmesatattoos: [www.instagram.com/jonmesatattoos](www.instagram.com/jonmesatattoos) Matt Truiano: @matttruiano: [www.instagram.com/matttruiano](www.instagram.com/matttruiano) G Money: @gabetattoos: [www.instagram.com/gabetattoos](www.instagram.com/gabetattoos) Bili Vegas: @bilivegas: [www.instagram.com/bilivegas](www.instagram.com/bilivegas) Sponsor: Tattoo Armour: [tattooarmourusa.com/](tattooarmourusa.com/) 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell for notifications. We value your support and look forward to bringing you more engaging discussions from the tattoo world! #HonestTattooer #TattooPodcast #TattooDiscussion #TattooArtists #TattooCommunity tattoo tutorial, tattoo design, tattoo inspiration, tattoo ideas, tattoo meaning, tattoo care, tattoo removal, tattoo aftercare, tattoo styles, tattoo techniques, tattoo equipment, tattoo history, tattoo culture, tattoo safety, tattoo artist tips, tattoo portfolio, tattoo shop, tattoo consultation, tattoo apprenticeship, tattoo conventions, tattoo flash, custom tattoo, cover up tattoo, blackwork tattoo, watercolor tattoo, geometric tattoo, script tattoo, linework tattoo, realism tattoo, neo traditional tattoo, traditional tattoo, japanese tattoo, irezumi, tribal tattoo, Polynesian tattoo, Maori tattoo, henna tattoo, temporary tattoo, flash tattoo, tattoo trends, tattoo mistakes, tattoo regrets, tattoo healing, tattoo infections, tattoo allergies, tattoo aftercare products, tattoo artist interview, tattoo artist documentary, tattoo artist lifestyle, tattoo studio tour, tattoo shop tour, tattoo convention vlog, tattoo inspiration board, tattoo design software, tattoo machine, tattoo ink, tattoo needles, tattoo stencil, tattoo healing cream, tattoo numbing cream, tattoo aftercare kit, tattoo removal laser, tattoo removal cream, tattoo removal cost, tattoo removal pain, tattoo removal before and after, tattoo removal success stories, tattoo removal risks, tattoo removal alternatives, tattoo cover up ideas, tattoo cover up inspiration, tattoo cover up artist, tattoo cover up before and after, tattoo cover up cost, tattoo cover up pain, tattoo cover up tips, tattoo cover up success stories, tattoo cover up mistakes, tattoo cover up regrets, tattoo cover up healing, tattoo cover up infections, tattoo cover up allergies, tattoo cover up aftercare, tattoo cover up products, tattoo cover up artist interview, tattoo cover up documentary, tattoo cover up lifestyle, tattoo cover up studio tour, tattoo cover up shop tour, tattoo cover up convention vlog, tattoo cover up inspiration board, tattoo cover up design software, tattoo cover up machine, tattoo cover up ink, tattoo cover up needles, tattoo cover up stencil, tattoo cover up healing cream, tattoo cover up numbing cream, tattoo cover up aftercare kit, tattoo cover up removal laser, tattoo cover up removal cream, tattoo cover up removal cost, tattoo cover up removal pain, tattoo cover up removal before and after, tattoo cover up removal success stories, tattoo cover up removal risks, tattoo cover up removal alternat