A grassroots way to connect artists and studios.

What it is-

What the fuck is a Social Club anyway? Sounds like some cloak-and-dagger shit.

Isn’t it insane that in this age of social media, we feel more disconnected from our tattoo community than ever before? Well, not anymore.

Welcome to The Hold Fast Social Club, where we’re building something awesome. We’re here to connect tattoo artists like never before, all under one damn roof. Kinda like a convention, but from the comforts of home. We’re talking about a space where you can connect, shoot the shit, swap stories, find guest spots, scope out fresh talent, and even offload your old gear.

Think of it as the town square for the tattoo community. So, what are you waiting for? Come on in, join the conversation, and let’s make this place more rewarding.

Forum Launch-

We just launched the coolest feature yet!

I don’t know about you, but I’m a big fan of like minded people. Especially in tattooing. I’ve got a network of friends all over the world and it sucks that we aren’t all in the same room hanging out. That’s where the Social Club Forum comes in! A place to bullshit, share, ask questions, and connect with friends. Connect with new people that share the same tattoo related issues. Sign up and join a huge community of tattoo artists.

Key Features-

Endorsements-

If Tattooing is an institution then Dave Allen is a tenured professor. Taking on many rolls over the years, integrity and passion for profession and community are unwavering. His dedication to bettering and preserving not just tattooing but people in whole will not come as a surprise to those who know him.

I can say without a doubt Dave cares about what he's doing and how he is doing it, and he definitely cares about tattooing and sees it earnestly and honestly not just for what tattooing is but also what can be. ...when drawing from his experiences traveling the world, working among some of the industry’s very finest or running his own shops and businesses, any insight Dave has to share is worth the consideration of anyone.

Hold Fast Social Club was so easy and great to use because not only did I find a guest spot last minute; I’m now also connected to a vast network of talented and like minded individuals and shops across Canada! If you’re an artist or a shop that wants to be connected more to the industry look no further, sign up today!

The Hold Fast Social Club is an incredible resource. Even in its early stages it has proven to be useful in communicating and working with other folks. As someone who has a hard time reaching out to new people, Hold Fast has removed barriers for me, and has made it easy to get in touch with new shops through the ease of their site. I am looking forward to the database of tattooers and shops growing, and for the networks it will contiue to create! Thanks HFSC!

As a young artist who is still learning to navigate the tattoo industry, the Hold Fast Social Club provides an easy to use platform that enables me to explore new avenues and opportunities that may have taken me years to discover on my own. As the platform continues to grow and expand, the connections I am able to make will grow alongside it

I messaged a few shops from the East Coast and West Coast in Canada looking to do some traveling in the spring and summer. I got a few responses and one shop was quick to solidify me coming to Saskatoon from Ontario to tattoo. We video chatted, did some paperwork and now message quite frequently. It was easy to use and easy to get hold of a shop kind of going over the hurdles of Instagram and felt more direct; I didn't feel like I had to know anyone just knew it was a tattooer to tattooer conversation.

Why I built it-

Ever noticed how the tattoo scene has evolved over the past decade? It’s like a whole new world out there! But with growth comes its own set of challenges.

Remember the days when finding guest spots, hiring artists, sharing info, and networking were a breeze? Well, not anymore. The tattooing community has exploded, making these once-simple tasks a real headache.

But fear not! We’ve been in the working, chatting with fellow tattoo artists like you, listening to the struggles we all face. And guess what? We’ve rolled up our sleeves and started building a platform to make your life easier.

But wait, there’s more! This platform is just the tip of the needle. We’ve got a laundry list of features and tools in the works, all aimed at solving the problems we face together.

So what do you say? Let’s band together and create something truly awesome! Join us, explore the possibilities, and let’s build the ultimate tattoo community!

ars I’ve come to realize there has to be a better way to partner artists with studios. I believe we can create healthier, more positive connections, based on integrity. We want to help you find that new artist or studio. The one that’s going to make you stronger, happier, and move you closer to achieving your goals.

TATTOOER OWNED

I’m an artist and studio owner. I know first hand the issues facing tattoo work environments. I also think the best place to find a solution is from within our industry. Solutions that reflect our specific needs.

Happier Workplaces

Let’s work towards happier, positive workplaces. Eliminating the douche canoes and toxic personalities will go a long way to helping our craft exist in safer and more creative environments.

Build Stronger

The goal here is to build a stronger tattoo community, facilitate better hiring practices, and uplift the professionals in tattooing,

Less Stress

Filling an empty station or finding a new studio to work in shouldn’t be stressful. The truth is the process can be awkward and time consuming. The Hold Fast Social Club is a centralized place where you can easily navigate the process.

A grassroots way to connect artists and studios.

What it is-

Forum Launch-

Key Features-

The Social Club Forum

Used Tattoo Gear Classifieds

Guest spot and Artist Hire Facilitation via