Today we’d like to introduce you to Jeremy Ruby.
Hi Jeremy, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I’ve always had a passion for art and creating things, but my journey into tattooing came from wanting to find a way to make a living doing something I genuinely loved.
I realized early on that the average person wasn’t going to spend $1,000 on a drawing of their car or a custom logo. I needed to find a way to make my artwork more accessible and, more importantly, something that would resonate with people on a personal level.
That creative ambition led to the birth of LoudMind in 2013. However, my journey into tattooing didn’t begin until much later, about four and a half years ago.
My path hasn’t exactly been traditional. I’ve worn quite a few hats over the years, including working as a truck driver, but art has always been a constant in my life.
Since getting into tattooing, I’ve learned a tremendous amount, made mistakes, grown as an artist and as a person, and continued pushing myself creatively. I’ve never believed there’s a point where you know everything. There’s always room to learn and improve.
Today, LoudMind is continuing to evolve beyond tattooing into apparel, illustration, and other creative projects. I’ve never wanted to limit myself to one creative outlet. At the end of the day, I’m an artist first. Tattooing is simply one of the ways I get to share that with people.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
I think the biggest challenge has simply been building the business itself. Being a good artist and running a successful business are two very different things, and I’ve had to learn how to do both.
When you’re self-employed, you’re responsible for everything. Marketing, attracting clients, managing finances, scheduling, and somehow finding time to actually create art. Some days you’re an artist, other days you’re a businessman, and most days you’re trying to figure out how to be both.
Coming into the tattoo industry without a traditional apprenticeship also presented its own challenges. There was definitely resistance from some established artists, but honestly, I never let that bother me too much. If anything, it just added fuel to the fire. At the end of the day, those artists aren’t paying my bills, and their opinions aren’t what determine my success. My work, my clients, and how I conduct myself do.
I’ve made mistakes along the way, and I’m sure I’ll make more. But I’ve always believed that mistakes are only failures if you refuse to learn from them.
Building something from the ground up isn’t easy, especially in an industry where you’re constantly balancing creativity with the realities of making a living. But I wouldn’t trade the experience. It’s taught me just as much about running a business as it has about being an artist.
Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about LoudMind Studios?
LoudMind Studios is an independent tattoo and creative business built around individuality, artistic expression, and doing things a little differently.
My work is heavily influenced by illustration, comic art, and bold graphic design. I enjoy creating pieces with personality, strong visual impact, and a style that doesn’t necessarily follow the traditional expectations of tattooing.
One thing I’ve always wanted LoudMind to represent is the idea that art shouldn’t have to fit into a particular box. Whether I’m designing a tattoo, creating an illustration, or developing artwork for my growing apparel line, I want everything I put out to have its own character and identity.
Beyond the creative side, something I’m particularly proud of is being able to use what I do to give back. I’ve participated in charity events, supported animal rescues, and helped teach art to young people. Those experiences mean just as much to me as any artistic accomplishment.
I genuinely believe we need to start putting more emphasis on supporting our communities. It doesn’t matter what industry you’re in or how successful your business is. We all have something to offer, whether that’s donating money, sharing our skills, volunteering our time, or simply helping someone who needs it.
I’d love to see more of that mentality moving forward. Businesses are part of their communities, and I think we should act like it.
For me, LoudMind isn’t just about tattooing or selling artwork. It’s about building a creative business that reflects who I am, gives people something unique, and hopefully contributes something positive along the way.
If you had to, what characteristic of yours would you give the most credit to?
I would have to say adaptability, along with the ability to remain curious and open-minded.
I’ve never been someone who believes there’s only one way to accomplish something. I’m constantly questioning things, exploring new ideas, and looking for better ways to do what I do. Sometimes that means completely rethinking an approach I was convinced was going to work.
I also think it’s important to separate your ego from your work. Being passionate about something doesn’t automatically mean you’re right about it. You have to be willing to listen, accept honest feedback, and occasionally admit that your brilliant idea wasn’t quite as brilliant as you thought it was.
I think too many people become comfortable doing things a certain way simply because that’s how they’ve always been done. I’ve never been particularly good at accepting that as an answer.
For me, success isn’t necessarily about having all the answers. It’s about being curious enough to keep asking better questions and being adaptable enough to do something with the answers you find.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.loudmind.studio
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LoudMindCo
