Trauma-Informed Tattooing Online Workshop
This two-hour online workshop discusses trauma and PTSD, how it exists within the practice of tattooing, and practices to facilitate a safer and more empowering experience for clients. Narrated by tattoo artist Tamara Santibañez, this presentation covers communication methods, building trust with clientele, and considering needs beyond basic client care. It situates our practices within a larger political imperative and emphasizes sharing power towards collective agency, elaborating on the liberatory potential of tattooing.
Compassion Fatigue, Boundaries & Burnout
This workshop discusses the ways that tattooing as a service and profession can impact the emotional and mental well-being of its practitioners. It discusses burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious traumatization, their effects, and recovery and support strategies artists can employ for long-term career longevity. Approximately one hour long, this presentation is narrated by tattoo artist Tamara Santibañez.