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January 2014 Tattoo of the Month Contest
Avery Taylor and 8 others reacted to Jimison for a topic
Guess I'll throw in another Scott Sylvia... from richmond - - - Updated - - - How to I post the full pic instead of thumbnail?9 points -
if your going down 1-35 to ROA you should think about adding Pair-O-dice to your list Richard and Jennifer stells new shop in Tulsa oklahoma. You could also stop in Norman on way to austin and I could show you some good eats.5 points
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Latest tattoo lowdown.....
Rob I and 3 others reacted to Colored Guy for a topic
3.5 hours in the chair last nite at Studio 69 on Long Island, NY. The artist is Gina Sherry.4 points -
Finished my first tattoo 4 days ago. Second session was a nice 5hours of colouring. Sort of a bio-organic thing :) By Yliana Paolini4 points
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Latest tattoo lowdown.....
49531 and 3 others reacted to chrisnoluck for a topic
not the best picture but i got this from Josh Adams yesterday while he was guest spotting @ Old Soul4 points -
My sister asked me to touch her stomach tonight.... and I felt my nephew kick for the 1st time. I think I am the only person outside of my sister to feel him kick4 points
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Lady Heads
Machcekborrach and 2 others reacted to Synesthesia for a topic
I've flip flopped on getting a classic lady head, a bearded lady head, or just a man head with an epic beard (what can I say, I love beards). I love the soft vintage look of Tom of Finland's men, but would obviously prefer something less homoerotic. :o I'll probably end up going the safer route and getting something along these lines, I really love this Chris Conn lady: (Sorry the pic is kind of huge, but I think it's worth it :D)3 points -
To me the best lady heads (and the occasional mans head) are made by Guen Douglas:3 points
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Blackwork and Dotwork tattoos
Gregor and 2 others reacted to HaydenRose for a topic
Nathan Kostechko I fell in love with this the other day. I would totally consider doing something like this for filler, very neat!3 points -
Haha, I'm not sure how I'm all of a sudden an authority on good tattoos.3 points
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Latest tattoo lowdown.....
Kingdomhearts25 and 2 others reacted to Diehardonvhs for a topic
Healed from the London Tattoo Convention - by Chriss Dettmer3 points -
Just a quick intro, 24 years old and have been interested in tattoos since my mid teens. Have been getting tattooed for about 3 years now by Jun Cha. In the process of getting a left arm sleeve, a right arm forearm sleeve and a backpiece from Jun, if anyone knows anything about him you also know that this will probably take me 10-15 years to complete. Love all tattoo styles but have a particular interest in black and grey/chicano style. Have joined the forum to discuss tattoos with like minded people, especially those who have travelled far and wide to get tattoos from artists you love. Regards Josh2 points
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Was eating at a restaurant in Greenwich a couple of years ago and saw a woman with a full sleeve of lady heads and roses. Was clearly a few years old but had aged brilliantly. More importantly she wore them fantastically, I think a lot of subject matter in tattoos can really be gender neutral, as long as it suits the wearer. A gentleman with a ladyhead will still be a gentleman, a sleezeball will still be a sleezeball.2 points
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Upcoming Tattoos
TrixieFaux and one other reacted to Orangutango for a topic
Booked in a few early February sessions with William Yoneyama to punish my ribs today, no prizes for guessing which animal I'm going with. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk2 points -
Full Back Piece Thread
Diehardonvhs and one other reacted to Graeme for a topic
@graybones I forgot that there's another Dave Cummings! I hope you still have a job after finding the other one at work. But yeah, Dave's tattoos fucking rule and the pictures of them really do them no justice. @Diehardonvhs We'll go down to the back of my thighs. Right now, starting in July, I have monthly appointments booked until the end of 2014, but it will go into 2015 for sure. Yours looks fucking amazing from the little I've seen of it on IG. Who's doing it? @SStu We'll see. I was super into it with a snake but he showed me a drawing he'd done for a backpiece that somebody didn't get of one of those really wild Ed Hardy-style tigers and the drawing had so much power that I wonder if adding a snake to that would just confuse things. It's sometimes best to keep it simple.2 points -
A tiger, maybe fighting a snake, maybe not, from Dave Cummings at PSC Tattoo. We're scheduled to start at the end of July, maybe earlier if he has cancellations.2 points
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I can't wait to join the backpiece club. Still months to go until I start.2 points
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Healed pic of my Scott Sylvia (BlackHeart Tattoo - SF) roses from Dec 2013. Happy New Year, everyone!! :D2 points
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Thick black outlines
daveborjes and one other reacted to Cork for a topic
The thickest of the thick. Koji Ichimaru2 points -
Lady Heads
graybones reacted to Synesthesia for a topic
Getting more tattoos somehow manages to be both the cause and solution of all our problems. But yeah, I can totally see that Conn lady I posted on me someday, I'll have to brainstorm more about the other ideas and see what sticks.1 point -
Thick black outlines
sighthound reacted to Hands On for a topic
I have a strong feeling the client walked in, said "can I get something like this?" and handed the artist this reference from Chad Koeplinger...1 point -
They look really awesome but how do you wash your hands and stuff?1 point
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what's it mean?
daveborjes reacted to Omar for a topic
I can honestly say my tattoo means absolutely nothing. I just like the movement and colours. Some people find that hard to believe/comprehend.1 point -
Goh, jealous! Iowa's not anywhere on the Amsterdam radar ha!1 point
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^^^I think this really comes down to the wearer. There's the great old-school image of a tough sailor with a pretty woman on him as some sort of token, but several of my female friends have lady heads and/or pin-ups and they look fantastic on them (without being "too manly"). I guess this applies to most tattoo imagery as well. Roses (and flowers in general) are often considered to be "girly" in our society, but I (a man) can't get enough of 'em in tattoos!1 point
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America Tattoo Trip 2014
gougetheeyes reacted to motsimus for a topic
@gougetheeyes yeah man was thinking about it, even if only to visit the shop1 point -
@iowagirl the lady head you posted is a painting by Lina Stigsson http://www.linastigsson.com/ who would be doing the tattoo? Just be wary as if you aren't able to get her to do it then maybe it might be an idea to get another tattooer to draw up a design as they may not be able to do that beautiful painting justice (not trying to be a douche, just saying)1 point
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America Tattoo Trip 2014
daveborjes reacted to Joe Shit for a topic
A must visit in NYC is Tony Polito,and Mike Perfetto. Instagram And this is a cool shop in Aransas Pass,TX- Instagram1 point -
Thick black outlines
jetwash reacted to sighthound for a topic
Interesting comments on thick outlines in this video (starting at the 5:20 mark). Some pretty cool history, too1 point -
Upcoming Tattoos
Graeme reacted to Boxing Gloves for a topic
Just booked an appointment with Heath Preheim for February. Can't wait.1 point -
So I called the Immaculate Tattoo place and Aaron is in Colombia at a tattoo convention which is pretty cool. He will be back next week so I can meet him and maybe make an appt. His next appt is for March, so that would give me enough time to plan more and save $$. It's not too long either I think. Feb always goes by quickly.1 point
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Solid list. Lots and lots of great shops in San Francisco/Oakland/San Jose/San Rafael, too.1 point
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Thick black outlines
Snydcat reacted to Joe Stratford for a topic
I read this thread and then stumbled across this. It's just far too much IMO1 point -
Latest tattoo lowdown.....
peterpoose reacted to titforatat for a topic
Great work! Who's the artist?1 point -
New Tattoo Design Ideas
Gregor reacted to TrixieFaux for a topic
A longer wait-time gives you more time to save. It'll be worth it!1 point -
January 2014 Tattoo of the Month Contest
gougetheeyes reacted to Lance for a topic
Thank you! @ironchef, you would be absolutely correct. Laying down in his space was a great experience to be had. He's a very nice guy too. I'm not sure if it's been mentioned previously but both Horitomo and Yokohama Horiken have rooms to work in while everyone else at the shop works in an open plan. The rooms are raised platforms and you remove your footwear before entering. You lay out your towel on the floor and he sits to tattoo. Very traditional. Being able to lie there and see him work, see his drawings for ongoing or upcoming tattoos/paintings, seeing his reference materials, and the little sculptures of Fudo Myo-o was a great time and while laying there being poked on the feet may not sound fun, I'm pretty sure I was wearing a goofy smile the whole time. BTW, if anyone was wondering, to me, shading by tebori didn't feel as painful as by machine.1 point -
28th might be my last session with Rubendall. He thinks we're going to wrap things up in the 6 hours I have booked. I have additional appointment times booked so we'll see. :D1 point
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Okay, per request, one Monmon Cat by Horitomo. HORITOMO (@horitomo_stateofgrace) | Just finished | Intagme - The Best Instagram Widget1 point
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Arm band cover up
gougetheeyes reacted to Reyeslv for a topic
How about some wind bars as background? It will fill in the space and you should be able to cover that arm band.... Just a thought.1 point -
January 2014 Tattoo of the Month Contest
Johannes reacted to Colored Guy for a topic
This was done by Gina at Studio 69 Tattoo on Long Island, NY last month. Picture is right after it was finished. I have a follow up appointment on 1/8 to complete the forearm sleeve. Rob1 point -
The ED HARDY Thread
Patrick Bateman reacted to Iwar for a topic
Found another great Hardy backpiece on an old computer I haven't used for ages1 point -
December 2013 Tattoo of the Month Contest
Junior Inklyfe Hernandez reacted to cltattooing for a topic
@Reyeslv Congratulations!!!! You totally earned it, your backpiece is waaaaay cool :cool:1 point -
I like it when it's done in conjunction with and contrast to normal outline in the same tattoo. I think Dusty Neil uses that technique.1 point
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Hello everyone very stoked to join the forum!
Junior Inklyfe Hernandez reacted to David Akers for a topic
Yeah, I'd be interested to see any work you have done as well.1 point -
2013: The Bay Area Convention of Tattoo Arts
Jaycel Adkins reacted to Lance for a topic
Happy to be able to help @Jaycel Adkins1 point -
Friday the 13th tattooing at Kings Avenue!!! Sorta... Short 4 hour session today with Mike Rubendall at Kings Ave in Long Island. It's been freezing cold in NYC and I braved the train ride out to Long Island to continue work on my back piece. Added more color to the dragon. Here's the report. Enjoy! Alpha Omega original hanging in Rubendall's room. Details and colors are AMAZING!!! Straddling the chair and about to throwdown: And the results from today's work: Really digging the vivid colors: Slowly coming together: And of course I couldn't go home without grabbing these. I have a copy of the Fingerwave Book which these prints were made for. Saw the original hanging in the shop. LOVE the waves and happy that I own some Rubendall waves on my backside, hahaha1 point
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Can't remember who initially posted these, but I've had them on my phone at least a couple-three years. Not sure when they were done, but they're old, and by the man himself.1 point
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Marcus Kuhn is in town guesting and he lat me snap a pic of a back piece that he's starting tomorrow. He granted me permission to post...1 point
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Full Back Piece Thread
polliwog reacted to Some Grass for a topic
My back. Finished with Chris O'Donnell. Couldn't be more stoked on it.1 point -
Updated full back progress pic. Pretty much healed up from my last session. Will be seeing Rubendall again in May to finish shading the back of my left thigh. Probably start some color too!1 point