Today we’d like to introduce you to Micah Lewis.
Hi Micah, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
Drawing has always been something I’ve felt a pull towards. As far back as I can remember, I’ve been doodling wherever I could fit it in. My first experiences seeing others with tattoos, my mind was blown. I knew that was what I wanted to do. I had my first apprenticeship at a studio in Dallas, and unfortunately, it wasn’t a safe environment. I ended up having to quit after some sexual harassment. It was a horrible feeling having my dream job crumble like that. It probably took me 2 years before I picked up my sketchbook again. Late 2015, my husband and I had a kiddo, and with my grandmother dying of cancer we felt like we needed to move closer to her. We left Denton after 8 years, and I was offered an apprenticeship at another shop. My mentor ended up doing drugs and drinking at work, and honestly, I wasn’t learning anything under his direction. It caused me to take a step back and ultimately decided to quit. I mean, after having a kid, you assess your risks a little differently. At that time, I decided to just pursue artistic endeavors. I painted several murals around town and had a solo show. I even ended up curating several art shows, one of which I met my final mentor, who took the time to teach me and helped me finally become a tattoo artist.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not, what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It is one of the hardest pursuits I’ve ever had. But I am thankful for every step of the way because it has built me to be the artist I am. Even my non-artistic pursuits gave me skills that I’ve brought into my studio. If I hadn’t been a receptionist, I wouldn’t have had the experience for scheduling or customer service. In retail, I learned merchandising. As a seamstress, I learned attention to detail and bedside manner. In the studios that had worked in our visited, I knew I had to set a new standard and bring something different.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
Some of my favorite subjects to tattoo are moths and beetles. I love nature and how intricate the colors and patterns are. I use finer lines in a lot of my work along with stipple shading or full color. My attention to detail is something I pride myself in.
Can you talk to us about how you think about risk?
I may not be the riskiest of risk-takers, but I do think that you can’t grow, and you certainly can’t make your dreams come true without some risk involved.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.micahlewisart.com
- Instagram: Instagram.com/theyoungwarrior
- Facebook: Facebook.com/micahtheyoungwarrior
Image Credits
www.AmandaCirigliano.com
