Meet Shawn White | Owner/ Tattoo Artist

We had the good fortune of connecting with Shawn White and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Shawn, why did you decide to pursue a creative path?
I have always been a artist since a child. As a kid I was influenced and mentored by Charles Shulz creator of Charlie Brown. Into my teen years I knew that the tattoo industry is where I wanted to be! I always loved being able to see the raw emotions from clients and friends when they seen my art. Now I am 17 years into the Tattoo industry and I wouldn’t change it for the world. One of the coolest things in this industry is the different cultures/stories you hear from around the world, that still bring us into the same room interested in the same thing. ART.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
What sets my art apart from other artist. I feel when I create art I put my passion and feelings into the pieces, and the person looking at it can feel my raw emotions! I create for others to enjoy my ability to create. I feel I am most proud of me opening up my Tattoo shop and making a name and a place for other creatives to enjoy! I have been a lifetime artist but a professional Tattoo Artist for 17 years. It has taken me through the highs and lows but brought me to where I stand today as a owner/artist. I have worked next to some amazing artist that have helped me hone my craft. Easy? There is nothing easy that comes with success. A lot of late nights and early mornings. There were plenty of mistakes made but its about how you utilize those mistakes to help push you as a creative/artist. I have learned along my journey to keep pushing no matter the struggle, the outcome will always surprise you. Outwork the hardest worker in the room! I just want to create for others so when my day comes I have a little of spread around the world to continuously make others smile.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
We we have friends or guest artist come into town we are always looking for a good time. Wether it is renting jetski’s downtown west palm beach or going and enjoying the night life of Clematis and downtown. We may find ourselves at Myers lounge for a upbeat vibe or head to a rooftop bar. Other than that we are normally under the machine creating badass tattoos!

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
So I really have to take the time out and give my Wife this shoutout. She has been the person to push me for success and greatness. She has never let me sell myself or my art for short! The ultimate reason of me pushing harder everyday is to to show her my gratitude for helping me be the best version of myself and as a creative!

Website: Www.underthesurfacetattoos.com

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