Whether you’re a fan of tattoos or not, this video from Smarter Every Day is pretty freaking amazing.

Host Destin wanted to get a clearer picture of how the tattooing process works, so he got himself a very fancy micro camera and filmed some EXTREME close-up footage of some brave guy getting inked.

It’s pretty intense:

First major shocker: MULTIPLE NEEDLES are used!

Say whaaaa?

You have to watch the process from start to finish. It’s straight-up mesmerising:

And now, because it just feels right, here’s a gallery of massive tattoo fuck-ups. You’re welcome:

No distance will conquer the love between these zip codes.

Oops. His love seems to be void.

Hey Brenda, looks like you have a fan?

Karen... looks like you don't have a fan.

Would you get a tattoo instead of a wedding ring?

Lock and key

An Ashton fan professes her love.

Want a tattoo? How 'bout an entire Bible scripture?

She loves another man... via phone charger. Hmm.

Naww.

Love... concurs... conquers? all...

Well then.

It's not a freckle. Look again.

Someone's a little broken-hearted.

We don't even know where to begin with this one.

That's deep.

Broken hearts.

Be sure to check and double check the spelling of your love tattoo.

Peanut Butter & Jam.

Seems like someone wasn't very happy with Lou.