110: Neo-Japanese Tattoo Art ft. Jee Saya

In today's fast-paced world, where productivity and technology dominate our daily lives, boredom is often viewed negatively. However, a recent podcast episode featuring tattoo artist Jee Saya highlights the significant value of allowing oneself to experience the essential role of downtime in fostering creativity and self-discovery.

'Chats and Tatts' host Aaron Della Vedova sits down with Jee at the Mondial du Tatouage in Paris. With over 23 years of experience, Jee specializes in Neo-Japanese tattoo art, showcasing a unique voice and intricate designs that set him apart in the industry. The conversation dives into the evolving landscape of the liquor industry, discussing recent statistics that highlight a significant decline in alcohol consumption among younger generations. Jee shares his insights on this trend and its implications for the market.

Join Aaron and Jee for an engaging discussion filled with artistic passion and cultural commentary.

Chat Highlights:

00:01:03 - Jee Saya's Tattoo Style and Work
00:02:23 - Rock and Roll Culture in Tattooing
00:03:27 - Productivity vs. Boredom
00:03:58 - The Importance of Boredom and Wonder
00:06:12 - Parenting and Generational Differences
00:10:21 - Rebellion Through Inactivity
00:14:06 - Social Media Necessity for Tattoo Artists
00:19:04 - Life Beyond Survival
00:22:24 - Interest in Real vs. Fake Content
00:26:07 - Laborious Nature of Tattooing
00:30:24 - Techniques and Pain Management
00:34:09 - Future of Pain Management in Tattooing
00:38:04 - Apprenticeship and Dedication
00:40:57 - Finding Personal Style in Tattooing

Quotes:

"It was, and still, it's very punk rock, very aggressive, very, fuck it, let's rock, you know, and that was our culture."

"Wonder is a privilege of the human being, also animals."

"I think the only way to be a rebel now is inactivity."

"You're not going to get your path and the truth of maybe where your true destiny lies unless you get quiet and be, you know, not be filling your day with activities."

"I wish I did not have to. And one day, one day in the future, I'm sure I'm gonna, I tell everybody, you'll know when I've made it, you know, on a financial level, because my accounts will disappear, you know?"

"Last time someone says like AI fuck the life of people. It's not true."

"Tattoo has given me everything, you know. Any time you engage with something you love, you give up something else to some degree."

"For the people that want to be tattoo artists, I think they need to believe in tattoos more than this life."

"If you want to have a piece of this world, you better have a deep, deep love because it's going to take a lot."

"You find your style when you don't try to find it. It finds you."

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IG:https://www.instagram.com/jeesayalero