Ep. 189 - Create Your Vision (w. Andy Pho)

I don't know a thing about the Tattoo culture. 

I have personally teased my brain with the idea of getting one but one thing I  do know about the artists who have truly dedicated their life’s journey to specializing in this very intimate form of art, it’s a beautiful thing to behold.

I came across Andy Pho(@andypho)’s body of work and engaging personality as randomly as an Instagram Reel will allow for that quick 7-second sound bite. 

I could have easily scrolled past it but there was something so truthful and empowering about Andy’s message that I had to get to know about the individual.

Purely from a layman's perspective, when you get to see Andy's impressive work, there is no denying why he is such a well respected artist, known all around the tattoo community.

As an illustrious tattooer, Andy spent most of his life creating art in New York and Las Vegas and has now settled in Texas with the creation of Upside Tattoo, a new vision for a tattoo environment, where he performs custom tattoo work and mentors tattooers of all different styles and experience levels. 

His patience and a do or die mentality has accelerated him as a tattooer, building a reputation upon respect and technique within the community. 

He is continuously pushing the limits of his work, manifesting new concepts into reality. 

For Andy, the art of tattooing is not a job - it is his life’s calling as it’s something he genuinely lives and breathes.

This is not a conversation about the best needle cartridges to use or ink brands he recommends.

What motivated me to have Andy on the show is his clear sense purpose, self awareness and humility despite his unquestionable talent.

Here is a guy who does not sit on his laurels but willingly challenges himself mentally, physically and spiritually in order to consistently fuel his creativity as well as personal growth.

On this episode, Andy shares his insights on self-mastery, the willingness to serve, keeping a positive outlook, staying disciplined...and so much more.

You can connect with Andy via Instagram : @andypho or the Upside Tattoo official website

Enjoy

- Oli

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