Tattit: How does the platform work?

So here's the thing about the tattoo industry: it's been operating on vibes and reputation for literally centuries. Which is great if you're already established and well-connected. If you're just starting out? Not so much.

I remember the pre-Tattit era (okay, fine, it wasn't THAT long ago). Artists were stuck scrolling through DMs on Instagram at midnight, hoping potential clients would actually message them instead of just liking their photos. Clients were conducting archaeological expeditions through Google Images trying to find someone who might be good. It was chaos.

Then marketplaces like Tattit showed up and basically said, "What if we just... made this easier for everyone?"

And honestly? That's exactly what we needed.

The Problem with the "Old Way" (We're Still Living In It, Mostly)

Let me break down what tattooing looked like, and for many people, still looks like, before platforms dedicated to connecting artists and clients actually existed.

For artists: You're either apprenticing under someone (good luck getting chair time), renting a chair at an expensive shop, or going completely independent and hoping you've got enough Instagram clout to sustain a business. Rinse and repeat until you've built a portfolio strong enough that people actually seek you out.

For clients: You're either trusting a friend's recommendation (which is great if your friends have good taste and happen to know someone local), scrolling endless Instagram until your thumb hurts, or walking into a random shop and crossing your fingers. It's like picking a restaurant based purely on vibes with zero ability to check reviews first.

There had to be a better way. Enter Tattit.

1. Your Calendar Stays Full

Here's the dream scenario every tattoo artist has: consistent bookings. Not the feast-or-famine rollercoaster where you're booked solid for three months then wondering if you're ever getting another client again.

But with Tattit, its entirely a new story... Because people aren't searching for you on Tattit, they're searching for your style and location. And guess what? You show up. You're not competing with algorithm changes or the 47 random photos people post of their cats.

On a marketplace specifically designed for tattoo bookings, your exposure is fundamentally different. You're not hoping someone sees your post. You're there when they're actively looking for someone like you.

2. You Control Your Destiny

One thing that still blows my mind: Instagram can delete your account tomorrow. No warning, no explanation, just gone. Your entire portfolio, your client list, your brand, vanished.

On Tattit, you own your profile. You control your photos, your rates, your availability, your story. The platform isn't going to randomly change the algorithm and destroy your visibility, so Your profile is stable.

3. You Set Your Own Rates (And Keep More Money)

Traditional shop splits usually range from 50-70% for the artist, with the shop taking the rest. Sounds reasonable until you realize:

You're not actually profiting because you're paying commission on top of overhead
You have limited control over your rate
You can't raise your prices without shop approval
You're essentially paying for services (rent, supplies, administration) that you could handle independently

Tattit's model? You set your rate. You keep your rate (minus a reasonable platform fee, which is currently free for a limited time). That's it. No weird commission structures, no hidden costs, no shop drama.

I've been booking at rates 15-20% higher than my old shop split, and I'm still attractive to clients because they see value in the direct artist access, the verified reviews, and the transparent pricing.

4. No More Guessing About Client Fit

One brutal reality of tattooing: not every client is right for you. Some want things that don't align with your style. Some are difficult during the process. Some post terrible photos of your work on social media despite looking amazing in real life.

On Tattit, you can:

See exactly what the client wants before committing
Ask clarifying questions through messaging
Read their profile (which often includes their vision and expectations) So that you can actually turn down projects that aren't a good fit!

This might sound counterintuitive, why would you turn down paying work?, but trust me, one bad client is worth more in lost time and stress than multiple good ones.

I booked a client last month, looked at their reference images, realized they wanted hyperrealistic Disney characters, and politely declined (not my style). Three years ago? I would've panicked about that lost income and done it anyway, made both of us miserable, and ended up with a piece I wouldn't want in my portfolio.

Tattit changes how clients approach you!

They're serious. They've done their research. They're not messaging to ask if you can do free tattoos for exposure.

And that changes how YOU can operate. You're not scrambling to convince people you're worth their money. You're selecting from qualified inquiries. You can raise your prices. You can be selective. You can run an actual business instead of just hustling on social media.

Okay, now let's flip to the client side. Because here's a hard truth: if you're getting a tattoo right now, there's a solid chance you're not making the best choice about your artist.

1. You'll Actually Find Someone Specialized in YOUR Style

Pinterest tells you what tattoos exist. Instagram tells you what's trending. But Tattit tells you what's available, specifically for your style, specifically in your location.

Let me paint a scenario: You want a Japanese traditional tattoo, but you live in a smaller city. On Google? Maybe 2-3 artists nearby claim to do Japanese work. On Instagram? You find 47 accounts, half of which are inactive and three of which are completely misrepresenting the quality of their work.

On Tattit? You search "Japanese traditional," filter by location, and you see the actual artists available, their verified portfolios, and what clients say about their work. If there's nobody local? You can see traveling artists or artists who travel, and make an informed decision about whether the trip is worth it.

You're not hoping. You're not guessing. You're finding.

2. Reviews Actually Mean Something

Okay, so you're scrolling through Instagram and you see an artist with 150 followers and amazing photos. How do you know those photos are actually their work? You don't. Half the internet is artists stealing other artists' photos or photoshopping their work to look better.

On Tattit, reviews are from verified clients. People who actually booked through the platform, actually got tattooed, and actually lived through the healing process to write about it.

Those reviews tell you:

Does this person actually deliver on what they claim?
Are they professional and communicative?
Do they handle issues if something goes wrong?

3. You Know What You're Getting Into

Transparency might be boring, but it's valuable. On Tattit:

You know the artist's rates upfront (no surprises)
You know their availability (can see actual last seen online)
You know their specialty (they're not generalists)
You know their communication style (read messages from previous clients) So, You can verify their experience level!

This doesn't guarantee a perfect experience, but it minimizes the chances of a bad one. You're not rolling the dice on a random shop recommendation.

4. You Can Actually Talk to Artists Before Booking

DMs on Instagram are chaos. You send a message, wait 3-5 days for a response (if you get one), type back and forth hoping the conversation doesn't get buried in their DMs.

On Tattit, there's a built-in messaging system designed specifically for artist-client communication. It's organized, searchable, and means you can have a full pre-tattoo conversation without playing email tag.

I've had clients tell me they appreciated this because they could ask dumb questions (no such thing, btw) without feeling like they were imposing. The platform makes communication feel natural and expected, not like you're bothering someone.