He himself acquired all his skills. The problem: since the war he has barely received commissions as a graphic designer and DJ. However, he does a lot of tattoos, especially for soldiers who get them tattooed before their deployment. He describes his style as “Black Graphic” and prefers to draw skulls. He is considered unfit for military service and has therefore not yet been called up.

Income, basic costs, retirement provision (monthly)

Max Nepomniashchyi currently earns about 1,000 euros. Since the war, he has earned three-quarters of this money from tattoos, the rest from jobs as a graphic designer and occasional appearances as a DJ. The rent for his tattoo studio is 50 euros. The colors and needles cost him about 100 euros. He doesn't pay any taxes. He does not have health insurance, so he pays for his visits to the doctor himself, spending about 60 euros on them and on medications. He lives in a shared apartment and his share of the rent is 150 euros. There is also an additional 50 euros for heating, electricity and gas. The cost of his cell phone is 10 euros. Food for his dog costs 50 euros, so he has about 530 euros to spend freely.

What does tattooing mean to you?

It fulfills me, it is my hobby and a way to constantly improve.

What do you do when you want to treat yourself to something special?

Playing records with my closest friends. These days you don't know if you'll see her again.

What is the most important thing in your life?

Not having to get up early every day and my dog ​​Rudi, who I take with me everywhere.

What is your biggest problem and how do you address it?

My health. I have multiple diagnosed mental health issues. Therapy is expensive, some months I can afford it and others I can't. That's why it's very important for me to have familiar people around me and feel safe.

What do you expect from the future and what are you doing about it?

I hope my art leaves its mark. I draw every day, take training courses and try to become the best version of myself.

What would you do if you didn't have to worry about supporting yourself for a year?

I would travel abroad, to Western Europe or Asia, to receive therapy there. He would also try different sports that he had never done before, such as kitesurfing, motocross and skydiving. And he would continue tattooing and playing records.

The original of this article “Max (32) reveals what he earns as a tattoo artist in Ukraine; The total will surprise you” comes from the eins brand.