Instagram Influencer Spotlight On: Bernice Michaelis @Ber_michaelis

1) Tell us a little about yourself. What are you doing now and where do you come from?

I’m currently a tattoo apprentice. I used to be from naked skin tattoo but now I’m working at primitive art tattoo and piercing.

2) What are your topics of interest? What do you post on Instagram the most?

My interest are tattoo works, art, drawings, piercing studs/tunnels/plugs etc. I mostly post my tattoo work and arts.

3) How did your Instagram name come about?

I want it simple and easy to find. It’s my own name.

4) What are some apps you use to edit your photos? Share with us your photo-editing routine!

I use photoshop express on my ipad. Choose the filter I like and apply. On Instagram, adjust the contrast, brightness and highlights.

5) Any Instagrammers whom you really like? Which Instagrammer inspires you the most?

I like @aapestore and @graceneutral really inspires me because she is a tattoo artist andhas her own clothing store with her designs on.

6) If there’s one thing your fellow Instagrammers just gotta try now, what’s it gonna be?

Most of my followers are tattoo lovers and have many body modifications and streetwear lovers so I think they should try out a new style and check out the new one piece aape collection that’s coming out soon.

7) What’s your favorite part about being an influencer?

Bringing the best of my favourite things to my followers and teaching them to live in style.

8) What are some of your top tips to brands for running campaigns? How do you maintain authenticity?

Communicate with the influencer to promote the campaign better. I maintain authencity by only posting the true informations as I will be responsible for the outcome.

9) What would your advice be on the importance of quality and original content?

I strongly believe that the quality of the product has to be good in order to be promoted. I don’t believe in originality. Every idea is taken from some where but credit must be given.

10) What do you like best about partnering with brands?

Getting to know more people and building a stronger number of followers.