The most unbelievable way ever to make tattoo ink 

Your dedication is on another level, actually tattooing yourself in multiple videos to show people that it works, and to show how much this channel actually means to you, nice!

man, im a 19 year old girl and went into a tattoo shop w a friend last night to support her getting a tattoo and nicely asked the workers what kind of ink they used and IMMEDIETLY got verbally assaulted because they assumed i was running an illegal tattooing shop. they were so pissed because they had to go through years of "studying" how to give tattoos. never been more disrespected in my life. man, i wish all ppl were like you. love the way you encourage people to explore their passions and not shed hate on anyone interested in this art form. true genius

I cant imagine all of the rebellious teens watching this doing it at home 😂😂

when you started talking about how much it means to you, you gained a new sub :)

This is the best youtube channel ever

Me: *runs around the house looking for cards*

Think it's safe to say. Ya made it joe you got 1.1 mill subs I remeber when you only had 2k

only my 3rd video and ive subbed! Your knowlege and experience is truly amazing. keep up the good work

Just tattooed myself... Works great. Also it's good for the first tattoo because it's not too vibrant ;)

This man is teaching me more than school

I've only discovered your channel today and you are now one of my favourite youtubers

When I was locked up in San Anto we burned a domino inside the locker and scraped the soot off the sides. Then we would mix it with water. My tattoos are still dark ten years later.

"This, is a bowl..... of WaTeR" 😂

Why do cards have black ink in the middle?

I'm only 12 so I'm gonna stick to tattooing fruit

cool video, I guess it's amazing how resourceful the human mind can be when it has to be.

I absolutely love your explanation of why u chose that tattoo. I've given a very similar explanation when asked how did i decided on my body art. Most people didn't seem to understand, but I'm glad to hear there's more like me when it comes to people's true passions in life. You definitely got a new subscriber here!!

Which ink is better this one or the pencil one? Just found your yt today, easy to understand! Imma try to poke tattoo my self xD

Joe, you have grown so much over these last 4 years!

I've never seen that before, crazy. I have about 80% of my body done and it's all made from soot. I've been watching your channel a lot and really like it man, keep it up!

Pick and poke is how it was done back in the day.1970's chain gang style.Not bad ink.

hey afterprisonshow, i know youre just starting out on youtube nd i just wanted to tell you that i think your content is awesome and you should keep doing what youre doing!!! your content is super original and entertaining! best of luck with everything man.

The fact you tattoo RU-vid symbols on your body with simple tools really shows your dedication. Keep up the awesome work Joe! You got a subscriber out of me!!

I did some research: The red cards have black ink inside them too--- and it's there to prevent other players from being able to see through your cards and to potentially see what you are holding. I truly had no idea! Thank you so much, Joe. Your content is amazing!

You are an incredibly resourceful and respectable person in my eyes. Peace!!

As soon as i seen the notification i clicked right away

I can't decline subscribing to someone who's so serious about the request that they would carve it into their skin with a "needle" fastened to a pencil and dipped into a water bottle cap with ink scraped off of two playing cards with a spoon. well done... well done

I have a collection of100+ water bottle caps. I only collect caps from the bottles I drink from. Idk why. But I have em.

I'm glad RU-vid is a positive outlet for you!

Dedication level 100% I love you lol 😂

omg I found some Indian ink in my lvivmg room when I was 12 and me and my friend gave our self homemade tats with that and a sewing pin haha I still have a wonky love heart now I'm 21

I love the dedication to what your passionate about, and that's why i believe you will succeed. You take it a step farther and show that your techniques work instead of just explaining them. Keep up the good work my man

I wanted to be a artist and I love tattoos so this really helped me.

1:33 when a girl comes over

Well, i've seen this video a lot of times Over and over again And that it work good on my skin and actually i have do some tats on my arm and that really work Thanks for this video

You should re watch this joe! Had the TV still on the ground slowly building things up and look at you now man! Respect

Me having been to like eight mental hospitals having 20 packs of cards

I used 3 different brands of playing cards and none of them had ink

I was happy to subscribe. Too often people judge others with a past but I don't. i didn't get my "past" until I was 34 years old. I survived. Proud of you and keep up the good work. Keep yourself busy doing what you love and the demons will stay away.

Can't get enough of your videos. You're legit and love the way you practice what you preach!

i fucking love you man, also been locked up 2 years for robbery charges here in sweden but lucky me 90% of the prisons here are luxurious

So you can use card ink, but not pen ink? ....theory, can you grab a magazine and soak it for colors?

I literally had NO idea about playing cards! This is literally amazing. Thank you, Joe! You taught me something else that is new to me. I know your channel slowed down, but you are lately picking it back up, and I am happy to see you making videos recently. Please keep it up! And, my "Caulk the Rest" t-shirt should be here on Monday, yay!

You deserve a huge like dude! A true master who is able to make something out of nothing! Artist! It's not about how you draw It's the wish to suceed at a goal.

Little did Joe know all playing cards are no banned after this video lol

I'm ready to start this process but on second thought im a little worried about the actual ink beetween them could it cause any major infections ?? Comment if you've tried it plz🤦‍♂️

I appreciate your contribution to helping others...when we come together and share we surthrive not just struggle to survive.

pretty cool..you are very resourceful...never knew there was ink between playing cards

do u get high respect for being a tattoo artist if your in jail

AfterPrisonShow I did this myself but my cards wont seperat like yours. And when i see a part of the inside its like a third black paper and not ink. What should i do?

I am actually suprise i didnt know that wasted all my time burning coconut oil just to get ink if i would of knew that there ink in them cards i would of saved a tons of time in order to get all the ink now that i know i can spread them word to my lifer folk behind all this trick that what i used to do to hustle make ink and slinging 3 year behind and never knew all that spent probally almost 300 hours just burning coconut oil to get ink when this card ink can get in 15 minute your a genius joe your my number one on my subscriber and im looking forward to all the new videos you come out with you got yourself a big fan

dude im 17 and started tattooing a few months ago because of you. i got pretty damn good too.! Youre an inspiration brotha.

Is anyone else binge watching this channel? Awesome content -Can't get enough!

I tried this with like four different kinds of cards and it didn't work lol. I just ended up ordering tattoo ink.

Good for you, dude! It's super encouraging to see someone doing something positive like this.

You have an awesome level of dedication and it is honestly very inspiring

This is a really cool vid man good job

I haven't been very active on your channel lately, I have been watching just not commenting, I remember when u had 500 sub's man keep it up

Stumbled across your videos. First your entertaining but second your motivational. Good for you doing something positive. My brothers about to come home after 7 years and I only hope he's as positive and that I can help him get where he needs to be. Keep it up.

THIS. IS A BOWL. OF WATER. I love this channel.

Respect man, lots of respect to you I've subbed and liked every video that I've seen of yours 👏👍

i just dont want to die from toxic shit getting in my blood stream

Found this channel cause I wanted to touch up some old ink that faded. Nothing major just some dots and lines type stuff. This really works and I subscribed just because what ol boy said at the end! Homeboy meant that shit

Im so happy this guy became big!! He is so amazing Idc if he was in prison he is out here killing in life!! Much support I subbed!!

My cards aren't working help

lol the way he threw the card in the bowl was so cocky. Lmao he did it like big fella was the most genius nigga in the world😂😂 hold on big fellaa🙌

THANK YOU OMG I have been looking for videos on RU-vid to do a stick and poke where I don’t have to go and buy tattoo ink, every day for a whole week.

This has gotta be my new favourite youtube channel.. funny but super educating. shit i learned so much just from watching a few vids. Love what your doing, definitely keep this up, u got mad skills. :)

Only some card work....I separated 2 cards and found 1 had cardboard and another had ink....very little

You are smart keep up don’t let no one bring you down 👍

joe im amazed with every video of yours i know how life can be on the inside and you really do tell it how it is you dont shy away from the nitty gritty or even from when your on the wrong side of the system the honesty and heart you show in the videos is plain to see i hope you keep doing amazing man you inspire me to chase my dreams and to keep on the right path and avoid seeing the inside again i think im what im trying to say is thanks man you show me its not so hard to stay right and to be thankful for every doubt youll see this but your videos mean alot to me so again massive thanks

i wanted to tattoo myself but never had any ink or a way to do it and you helped a lot man. thanks your gonna make it with genius like this

Have you ever gotten an infection

I have that same bowl lol

dude....respect level is beyond words. keep em coming man. can't wait to see what your crazy ass does next.

Damn I would've never figured this out on my own , Awesome.

Is it permanent

Could you make a video about taking care of a tattoo after you get one (keeping it clean and not getting infections)

He's so sweet! I can even believe he went to jail and got caught up in drugs thank you for being here and posting theses videos

I most definitely gonna support you bruh 💯% Im actually about to attempt it with my wife. Her first Tattoo ... Of course her Name.. So RESPECT to You.. Stay up. And out of the concrete jungle. Peace

nice keep up the Videos maby do something like top 10 tipps in jail

why aren't you using electric tattoo gun

these videos are strangely really good

Thanks, I’m only 12 but I made a homemade tat gun and I was just using pen ink. Thanks for the idea of good ink!

shit ye he right it keeps him out of trouble. keep up the good work dud 👉👍✍

One of my friends gave herself a small heart tattoo with a needle and pen ink, which was kinda dumb, but whatever.

APS is always my favorite comment section. Literally on every video not only are there comments from real mofos, but there’s always always always a reply under it. Always. Great to see so many ppl getting along and giving advice and sharing personal stories and stuff. Good peeps in this channels comment sections

You gave a pretty heartfelt well spoken speech while you were actively stabbing/tattooing yourself. That's pretty damn impressive. Subscribed.

This guy is the reason why my mom kicked me out from our house for 4days.. Now I got 4star tattoo already on my arms and I'm only 13yrs old

Is that a fokin pencil jeez savage.

Yo Joe, I really enjoy these videos. Keep up the good work. I like that you're pursuing something you're passionate about and love doing. Just keep doing your thing man.

This is the realist dude fr fr. I subscribed asap

when i was locked up we had to shave pencil lead on the side of our mirror and mix it with shampoo, and use staples we sharpened on the sink. we had no resources. but it worked. love the videos dude.

Now that's resourceful! I never would have guessed to use playing cards! I thought you were gonna burn something to get ash & charcoal.

im from new zealand,my family on the inside use burnt boot rubber ,ever seen this method?by the way my fave new channel ,all the best with it,i got a feeling your gonna be huge!

Pretty damn good. I've seen plenty of lines drawn by scratchers with machines that weren't near that straight. You'd think they had Parkinson's.

I tried every method you've shown , good job man , real shit

Your slogan should be: And this right here, is ink you can tattoo with

Oh yeah some spread recipes would be dope. I told a few people how to make a few. The looks on their faeces was priceless

I'M A MAGICIAN AND WATCHING THIS IS PAINFUL