Tattoos, Art & Web3 with Jesse Smith

Ryan Ashley is an incredible tattoo artist and cornerstone of Paramount's hit TV show, Ink Master. Not only did she win season 8 but she was one of the stars in both spin-off series Ink Master: Angels and Ink Master: Grudge Match and is the judge on Seasons 14 and 15 of Ink Master. In this episode, Ryan Ashley and Jesse discuss how she got started as an artist, aliens, Inkmaster, the Richmond Tattoo Convention, Elysium, and much more... Be sure to watch till the end to hear some juicy details about the upcoming season 15 of Ink Masters. If you want to see Ryan Ashley don't miss the 35th annual Richmond Tattoo Convention on October 20-22nd. Learn more on the website: https://richmondtattooconvention.com/

Richard Parker is an amazing tattoo artist featured on InkMaster Seasons 3 & 9 as well as Redemption and grudge match. He was a star on Season 10 of the show Black Ink Crew and is the creator of Think Before You Ink. In this episode, Richard and Jesse discuss his experience on InkMaster, Black Ink Crew, and the evolving landscape of art and how Ai might impact that and much more... To stay up to date on everything we are doing follow us on Twitter & Instagram (@carkayous) and join our Discord community (https://discord.gg/carkayous) to hangout with other fans of all things Tattoos, Art and Web3!

Scott Irwin is an extremely versatile artist with skills ranging from tattooing, illustration, animation, printing, and much more. Plus Scott Irwin is the artist behind our upcoming art drop The Explorers by Carkayous! In this episode, Scott and Jesse discuss farming, diets, tattooing, and Stone Cold Steve Austin... Want to listen live before these episodes come out as a podcast? Join our Twitter spaces every Monday at 4:30 PM (EST)! To stay up to date on everything we are doing follow us on Twitter & Instagram (@carkayous) and join our Discord community (https://discord.gg/carkayous) to hangout with other fans of all things Tattoos, Art and Web3!

Cody James is the co-founder of the AlphaBot Society and an expert in digital marketing. His creativity and industry-leading approach to branding shows in his extensive portfolio of experience. In this episode, Jesse & Cody talk about having a kid, Ai, the insides of running a successful brand that sells NFTs, and loads more. Want to listen live before these episodes come out as a podcast? Join our Twitter spaces every Monday at 4:30 PM (EST)! To stay up to date on everything we are doing follow us on Twitter & Instagram (@carkayous) and join our Discord community (https://discord.gg/carkayous) to hangout with other fans of all things Tattoos, Art and Web3!

Jen Bean is an incredible Black & Grey tattoo artist who specializes in Portraits. Along with tattooing, she coordinates the Richmond Tattoo convention as well as helps manages Loose Screw Tattoo. In this episode Jesse and Jen discuss her apprenticeship, stepping on a meatball, Voldemort, and loads of other fun stories. Want to listen live before these episodes come out as a podcast? Join our Twitter spaces every Monday at 4:30 PM (EST)! To stay up to date on everything we are doing follow us on Twitter & Instagram (@carkayous) and join our Discord community (https://discord.gg/carkayous) to hangout with other fans of all things Tattoos, Art and Web3!

Sterling Hundley is a world-renowned artist who's worked with NASA, Rolling Stone, Marvel, the Grammys, GQ, the New Yorker, and countless other iconic brands. In this episode, Jesse and Sterling talk about Ai and the art industry, His journey as an artist, and much more! Want to listen live before these episodes come out as a podcast? Join our Twitter spaces every Monday at 4:30 PM (EST)! To stay up to date on everything we are doing follow us on Twitter & Instagram (@carkayous) and join our Discord community (https://discord.gg/carkayous) to hangout with other fans of all things Tattoos, Art and Web3!

Phil Lumbang AKA Phillish Lunchbag is a talented Artist and Illustrator who worked directly with Street Art legend: Shepard Fairey. Phil is also the Artist behind the Beat Headz NFT project on Crypto.com in partnership with Aloe Blacc. In this episode, Jesse and Phil talk about Phil's journey as an artist, what it was like working with Shepard Fairey, His new AI ABC's Illustrated book, and much more! Want to listen live before these episodes come out as a podcast? Join our Twitter spaces every Monday at 4:30 PM (EST) for a chance to ask our guest questions at the end of the show. To stay up to date on everything we are doing follow us on Twitter & Instagram (@carkayous) and join our Discord community (https://discord.gg/carkayous) to hangout with other fans of all things Tattoos, Art and Web3!

Leonardo Socorro is an incredible Tattoo artist who has developed a Neo Oriental tattoo style from his love for Japanese folklore and Anime. In this episode, Jesse and Leonardo talk about his life tattooing in Venezuela and Chile. Leonardo talks about his upcoming hands-on Tattooing workshop and what it was like working in different counties around the world. Want to listen live before these episodes come out as a podcast? Join our Twitter spaces every Monday at 4:30 PM (EST) for a chance to ask our guest questions at the end of the show. To stay up to date on everything we are doing follow us on Twitter & Instagram (@carkayous) and join our Discord community (https://discord.gg/carkayous) to hangout with other fans of all things Tattoos, Art and Web3!

Jason Stephan is a New School Tattoo artist who has been tattooing for over 25 years. In this episode, Jesse and Jason talk about Jason winning an award for best tattoo artist in the world. Jason shares some real thoughts on parenting and a story of a creative way he fired someone. Want to listen live before these episodes come out as a podcast? Join our Twitter spaces every Monday at 4:30 PM (EST) for a chance to ask our guest questions at the end of the show. To stay up to date on everything we are doing follow us on Twitter & Instagram (@carkayous) and join our Discord community (https://discord.gg/carkayous) to hangout with other fans of all things Tattoos, Art and Web3!

Kyle Dunbar was a Tattoo Artist on Inkmaster's seasons 3 & 4. In this episode, Jesse and Kyle talk about being contestants on Inkmaster. Kyle discusses what he's been up to and his process for getting tattoo requests and working with clients. Want to listen live before these episodes come out as a podcast? Join our Twitter spaces every Monday at 4:30 PM (EST) for a chance to ask our guest questions at the end of the show. To stay up to date on everything we are doing follow us on Twitter & Instagram (@carkayous) and join our Discord community (https://discord.gg/carkayous) to hangout with other fans of all things Tattoos, Art and Web3!