Tattoos- they can be beautiful and tasteful, or tacky and regrettable. But they’re ­always significant (at least at the time)- and permanent (unless you have the cash). Once reserved just for sailors, bikers, and a few tribes around the world, tattoos have enjoyed exponential growth in recent decades. Why? How?

Jessica answers these questions and many more as she professes her love for the art of tattooing. She doubles as both painter and canvas in this episode. As canvas, she details the inspiration behind her “raven” tattoo…and then proceeds to actually get the tattoo while being interviewed! As painter, she discusses her new tattooing internship at 4 Points Body Gallery and the creative process that drives her apprenticeship.

A Face Project showcases its first cliffhanger with this two-part installment! Be sure to tune in to future episodes to hear Jessica’s verdict on her own tattoo and updates about her career as an emerging and talented tattoo artist.

-JB

Music: The Small Cities