From Phones to Needles: The Enthusiastic Tattoo Kid in Thailand
- "Milk-toothed Tattoo Artist at Thai Tattoo Fair: Spotlight on a Youthful Ink Master"
Ditching the cell phone screen for the tattoo needle, nine-year-old Napat Mitmakorn, a.k.a. "Knight," has captured interest with his urban artistry. Known as "The Tattoo Kid with Milk Teeth" on TikTok, Napat and his dad, a part-time tattoo enthusiast Nattawut Sangtong, have amassed a dedicated fan base.
Lured away from his gaming addiction, Knight began his artistic journey in the realm of tattooing under the guidance of his father. Using tutorials on TikTok, they initially sketched their designs to hone their skills, moving from paper and artificial leather to human skin.
Their synchronized duo, comprising the seasoned amateur dad and his inquisitive, eager-to-learn son, has cultivated "The Tattoo Artist with Milk Teeth" on TikTok. Boasting live streaming tattoo sessions and gaining hundreds of thousands of viewers on a single video, their online presence has gradually grown.
Despite his youthful age, Knight's tattoo repertoire is limited to friends and family. With Ko, his uncle, being the latest recipient of the mythical serpent Naga tattooed by the promising "kid artist," the trust and anticipation continue to build. Although paying customer opportunities have not yet arisen, a strict focus on hygiene training comes as a priority for Napat to ensure a safe environment for everyone.
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In Thailand, the TikTok-famous "Tattoo Artist with Milk Teeth," Napat Mitmakorn, a nine-year-old boy, began his path from gaming to tattooing with his father in Bangkok. Widely recognized for his unique urban artistry, Napat, or "Knight," has drawn inspiration from TikTok tutorials.
The child's hand, adorned with a baby tooth, has left a lasting impression on the tattoo fair attendees in Thailand, showcasing the ingenuity of the young talent. As a result, a dedicated fanbase has grown around "The Tattoo Kid with Milk Teeth."
With a mobile phone once being his constant companion, Napat has swapped screen time for the precision of the tattoo needle, proving that even a young artist can create a stir in the world of tattoo artistry.
