Frecher Franz
Most of Franz's lettering goes on the skin freehand, so his list starts with a marker. The rest is what he has used since day one and what he recommends beginners to buy first.
Translated from German. Their words, shortened, not rewritten.
In the studio
Hygiene first, and what the health inspector wants to see.
Black Line Elasticated Bed Covers
€8,81 *
“Bed covers, the plastic fitted ones.”
Barrier Film Roll
€9,79 *
“For wrapping the machine. Sits perfectly and keeps the work safe and hygienic. An absolute must.”
Medipal Alcohol Disinfectant Wipes
€9,32 *
“Pre-soaked disinfectant wipes are the only way surfaces get reliably disinfected. The health inspector wants to see them too.”
Smartphone ND Clip-On Focus Lens and Polarised Film Package - CPL Filter
€29,16 *
Smartphone ND Clip-On Focus Lens and Polarised Film Package - CPL Filter
€29,16 *
“The most important thing for us artists is to show our work properly. The filter takes the shine out of the photo, so the contrast comes through rich and saturated. An absolute must.”
Tintenkillah Pure Power Cleaner
€30,90 *
“A dedicated floor cleaner that gets tattoo ink out.”
Reynard Antibacterial Hand Gel
€2,33 *
“Why gel of all things? Because it's easier to use for disinfecting your hands, and hygiene is everything.”
Advice for studio owners
A dedicated floor cleaner that gets tattoo ink out. And the plastic fitted covers for the bed.
“Medical alcohol wipes: clean and disinfect in one step. The inspector wants to see that.”
Medical alcohol wipes