{"podcast":{"title":"Chats & Tatts","slug":"chats-tatts-5954141","podcast_index_feed_id":5954141,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/452067/rss","website_url":"https://sites.libsyn.com/452067","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/5/8/4/6/5846a5dd28019480d959afa2a1bf1c87/chats_and_tatts_logo_-_apple.png","author":"Aaron. Della Vedova","episode_count":116,"summary":"Chats & Tatts host, Aaron Della Vedova, is known for pushing the creative boundaries with every artistic medium he works in. However, his full coverage back pieces, rib to legs, and torso tattoos are definitely his specialty. With long hours tattooing well known musicians, athletes, public figures, influencers and many others, Aaron knows that tattooing heavily involves building a relationship, a bond, with his clients. On Chats & Tatts, he dives into those relationships with his clients, helping tell their stories, share their crazy pasts and path, and many times sharing a glimpse into his guests getting a tattoo on the show. Tune in to get a behind the curtain peek at the world of high level artistic tattooing and those who express themselves through this fascinating, diverse medium while radically redefining the art of modern tattooing.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-02T04:18:41.248332+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chats-tatts-5954141"},"episode":{"title":"#105: The Gypsy Life of Tattoo Artist Cindy Maxwell","slug":"105-the-gypsy-life-of-tattoo-artist-cindy-maxwell","published_at":"2026-01-28T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chats-tatts-5954141/105-the-gypsy-life-of-tattoo-artist-cindy-maxwell","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chats-tatts-5954141","url":"https://e80b2693-7b7e-4aa7-b243-8ebcbe3f0147.libsyn.com/the-gypsy-life-of-tattoo-artist-cindy-maxwellcindy_square","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/e80b2693-7b7e-4aa7-b243-8ebcbe3f0147/Cindy_Maxwell_FINAL_AUDIO.mp3?dest-id=3798456","summary":"Pain management is a vital component of the tattooing process that can significantly influence both the client experience and the quality of the final artwork. As discussed in the podcast episode, effective pain management not only helps clients endure longer sessions but also enables tattoo artists to work more efficiently and produce superior results. This week's guest is renowned tattoo artist Cindy Maxwell, whose stunning, large-format, Japanese-inspired tattoos have captivated many for over 27 years. Hailing from San Francisco, Cindy shares insights into her tattooing journey, her passion for fitness through jiu-jitsu and CrossFit, and her nomadic lifestyle. Join us as we delve into the world of tattooing and explore Cindy's unique perspective on art and life. Don't forget to check out her stunning work on Instagram at @Cindy_Maxwell. Don't miss this inspiring episode filled with art, passion, and heartfelt stories! [00:02:03] Collaboration between tattoo artists. [00:05:08] Numbing cream in tattooing. [00:11:40] Pain management in tattooing. [00:15:34] Creating your own life. [00:17:16] Pursuing an art career. [00:24:34] Japanese tattoo culture exploration. [00:32:06] Life in a sprinter van. [00:34:55] Fear of being ordinary. [00:39:10] The nature of consciousness. [00:41:36] Gypsy lifestyle and personal growth. [00:48:48] Collective energy in tattoo shops. [00:54:12] Tattoo trends among youth. [01:01:09] Creative evolution of black tattoos. [01:06:32] Tattooing and business marketing challenges. [01:10:05] Tattooing career challenges today. [01:13:43] Apprenticeship in tattooing today. Quotes: \"The reality is they're just not ready to go through it at that moment.\" \"I'm here to be of service, within reason.\" \"I got into tattooing as a way to get into a group of…","meta_description":"Pain management is a vital component of the tattooing process that can significantly influence both the client experience and the quality of the final art…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4690,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/chats-tatts-5954141/episodes/105-the-gypsy-life-of-tattoo-artist-cindy-maxwell/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/chats-tatts-5954141/105-the-gypsy-life-of-tattoo-artist-cindy-maxwell.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}