Twenty-year-old, Kian, from Swindon joined Work and Health Programme Pioneer in March 2024 with ambitions of becoming a tattoo artist.
He told his employment advisor, Charlie, about his passion for tattooing and his ambition to become a tattoo artist.
Charlie tells us; “It was clear to see how passionate Kian is about tattoos and his artwork was simply stunning!”
She continues; “I suggested volunteering and he was open to the idea but didn’t feel confident contacting tattoo shops.”
When Charlie told Kian that she could broker a placement for him, he asked if she could contact S-Line Studios.
Determined to help him, Charlie contacted Shanice from S-Line Studios and arranged a two-week voluntary placement for Kian.
His artwork is brilliant
Shanice Tucker, owner of S-Line Studios in Swindon, hosted Kian for his voluntary placement.
She tells us; “It’s been a pleasure to have Kian with us, I’m really impressed with how well he’s fitted in with the S-Line team.
“His artwork is brilliant. He has a steady hand and I feel that he is as good as some qualified artists out there”.
We asked Shanice about her own journey to becoming a tattoo artist and how she gained experience, she told us; “I was very lucky, my partner at the time was a tattoo artist and my father and grandfather were tattoo artists too.
“When Charlie from Seetec got in touch suggesting a voluntary placement, I instantly loved the idea of giving something back and being able to help young Kian on his journey.”
Amazing experience
After spending two weeks at S-Line Studios, Kian’s confidence has grown and he’s more determined to become a tattoo artist.
During his placement he was given the opportunity to observe and learn from some brilliant local tattoo artists.
Kian says; “I’ve had an amazing experience at S-Line Studios and it has definitely improved my skills and confidence”.
He lavishes praise on the artists at S-Line Studios, telling us; “they were very welcoming and it was really easy to get along with everyone.”
Kian goes on to tell us about his experience of Seetec; “I have had incredible help from Seetec in such a short space of time.”
He continues; “they have gone far out of their way to make it as comfortable and easy for me as possible”.
Charlie has suggested the idea of S-Line Studios bringing Kian on board as an apprentice and Shanice is considering it.
Volunteer opportunities in the tattoo industry are quite rare, but they can pave the way to a dream career.
Well done Kian and Charlie and thank you to Shanice and team at S-Line Studios for providing this amazing opportunity.
To find out more about how Pioneer can help you to take positive steps towards your dream career visit: Want help to get into work? – Seetec Pluss
Find out more about S-Line Studios on their website: https://www.s-line-studios.co.uk
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