William Brewer IV Mobile, AL

Who/where do you get your inspiration from?

The shop I work in, Old Familiar Tattoo Company, is full of incredibly talented tattooers. Having so many amazing people around me to bounce ideas off of and share designs with really keeps me motivated to push myself to keep drawing and getting better at my trade. Instagram is also a huge source of inspiration for me. With tattooing getting crazier and crazier while being able to see it all happen on a tiny screen in my hand... there’s a sort of pressure to keep up with the rest of the world that drives me.

What advice would you give to someone about getting his or her first tattoo? (A tattoo virgin)

Stay relaxed, remember to breathe, and (most importantly) don’t move.

What did your family and friends think about you getting into the

tattoo business? My parents were skeptical at first. They were supportive but didn’t really understand the idea of an apprenticeship and the fact I wasn’t getting paid in money during that time period. Then after I started tattooing and making good money, they felt a little better about it.

What would you say is your favorite part of

the job? Honestly, I don’t know. It’s overwhelming in itself that I am even allowed to be a part of this trade. From the history, the people, the clients, the machines, all the different styles that exist... it’s all just so incredible to me.

Who are your favorite

artists? CW Neese, AJ Ludlow, Tim McGrath, Dustin Moerler, Pretty Billy, Heather Bailey, J Ranno, Jordan Brill, Rich Hardy, and Jemma Jones.

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Are there any tattoos you would refuse to do? (face, private areas, etc.)

Nothing racist, gangrelated, or hateful.

What do you think is in store for the future

of tattooing? Man, who knows. Somebody in the world does something incredible and unheard-of every day.

Have you ever had a bad tattooing experience, and what

was it? Oh man... like, the entire first six months of my career.

What is the most important advice you can give someone new to the art of

tattooing? One of my mentors would say, “do something else. There’s too many of us as is.” I’d say, don’t quit. Get good. Make money. ✕

5 Years

Tattooing

Mobile, AL

Location

Independent Artist

American Traditional Walk-in Wizardry

Specialty

@fourthwilliam

Instagram

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