The latest episode of "Chats and Tatts" explores a groundbreaking approach to tattooing: the use of anesthesia to enable individuals to undergo extensive tattoo sessions in a single sitting. This innovative method is particularly appealing to busy individuals who often struggle to find the time for multiple tattoo appointments, which can stretch over months or even years.

Guest Jason Williams exemplifies the type of individual who benefits from this approach. As a family man with a thriving career, he shared the challenges of scheduling multiple trips to the tattoo shop, especially given the time commitment involved in traditional tattooing. With a busy life that includes raising two children and managing a professional career, Jason sought a way to expedite the tattooing process without sacrificing the quality of the artwork.

Aaron shares how his friend reached out with this innovative idea, leading to a collaboration with Dr. Dave Levine, an anesthesiologist and part-owner of a surgical center. With the hands of three other talented tattoo artist from Guru Tattoo in San Diego, this intense and beautiful collaboration came to life.

Tune in to hear about the unique approach to tattooing, the bond between artist and client, and the thrill of embracing creativity in unconventional ways.

Time:

00:01:23 - The Tattoo Project: Full Front Piece

00:01:55 - Setting Up the Anesthesia Tattoo Session

00:03:09 - Addressing Controversy in the Tattoo Community

00:03:56 - Tradition vs. Innovation in Tattooing

00:07:06 - Embracing New Methods in Tattooing

00:09:03 - The Thrill and Danger of the Procedure

00:10:05 - Tattooing Under Anesthesia: The Artist's Perspective

00:11:18 - Collaboration Among Tattoo Artists

00:13:07 - The Risk and Reward of Anesthesia

00:17:03 - Calculated Risks and Living Fully

00:20:04 - Seeking Excitement in a Mundane Life

00:22:23 - The Recovery Process: Waking Up from Anesthesia

00:24:43 - The Aftermath: Pain and Healing

00:29:49 - The Healing Process: Intense Itching and Discomfort

00:31:27 - Reflecting on the Experience

00:34:06 - Appreciation for the Tattoo Community

00:34:27 - The Collaborative Nature of Tattooing

Quotes:

"Tattooing is meant to be painful for a reason. It's a rite of passage."