Infernum

Here's some pictures of my work...thanks for looking.

Just a few more...hope you like, those are a bit older work.

I hope this works.
here's some of my work...

Well, I've got work that's 40 years old, thereabouts, and I've never done any "maintenance" at all. Guess a lot depends on how they were put in in the first place.

Kari Barba! way ahead of her time, and still kicks ass!!! much respect!
Outer Limits just celebrated their 30 anniversary last week.

I'm kind of new here too, so I'm not too sure how it used to be in the past.
But I have been tattooing for over 18 years, and find this site to be very interesting and educational on many levels.
As some said already, I try and only post things that might be of interest to other people, and constructive.
Every social media or forum will always have lurkers, however this site is definitely much more serious then others, and as I recommend this to other artists too, we can only hope it will remain professional and constructive, at least the majority of it.
things such as the artists interviews will definitely keep this place a more artist friendly site, I can't see too many people enjoy those kind of things, or discussions much, unless they are truly a part of the family, or fellow artists.
Either way, at least in my opinion, if we can keep ignoring useless posts, and stick to what's more important, constructive, educational, or just plain ol' good tattoo or shop talk...etc. then I believe the other will die out on it's own with time...after all, they have much better forums as such to go to, if that's what they are looking for.

I'm kind of new here too, so I'm not too sure how it used to be in the past.
But I have been tattooing for over 18 years, and find this site to be very interesting and educational on many levels.
As some said already, I try and only post things that might be of interest to other people, and constructive.
Every social media or forum will always have lurkers, however this site is definitely much more serious then others, and as I recommend this to other artists too, we can only hope it will remain professional and constructive, at least the majority of it.
things such as the artists interviews will definitely keep this place a more artist friendly site, I can't see too many people enjoy those kind of things, or discussions much, unless they are truly a part of the family, or fellow artists.
Either way, at least in my opinion, if we can keep ignoring useless posts, and stick to what's more important, constructive, educational, or just plain ol' good tattoo or shop talk...etc. then I believe the other will die out on it's own with time...after all, they have much better forums as such to go to, if that's what they are looking for.

I'm kind of new here too, so I'm not too sure how it used to be in the past.
But I have been tattooing for over 18 years, and find this site to be very interesting and educational on many levels.
As some said already, I try and only post things that might be of interest to other people, and constructive.
Every social media or forum will always have lurkers, however this site is definitely much more serious then others, and as I recommend this to other artists too, we can only hope it will remain professional and constructive, at least the majority of it.
things such as the artists interviews will definitely keep this place a more artist friendly site, I can't see too many people enjoy those kind of things, or discussions much, unless they are truly a part of the family, or fellow artists.
Either way, at least in my opinion, if we can keep ignoring useless posts, and stick to what's more important, constructive, educational, or just plain ol' good tattoo or shop talk...etc. then I believe the other will die out on it's own with time...after all, they have much better forums as such to go to, if that's what they are looking for.

I'm kind of new here too, so I'm not too sure how it used to be in the past.
But I have been tattooing for over 18 years, and find this site to be very interesting and educational on many levels.
As some said already, I try and only post things that might be of interest to other people, and constructive.
Every social media or forum will always have lurkers, however this site is definitely much more serious then others, and as I recommend this to other artists too, we can only hope it will remain professional and constructive, at least the majority of it.
things such as the artists interviews will definitely keep this place a more artist friendly site, I can't see too many people enjoy those kind of things, or discussions much, unless they are truly a part of the family, or fellow artists.
Either way, at least in my opinion, if we can keep ignoring useless posts, and stick to what's more important, constructive, educational, or just plain ol' good tattoo or shop talk...etc. then I believe the other will die out on it's own with time...after all, they have much better forums as such to go to, if that's what they are looking for.

I'm kind of new here too, so I'm not too sure how it used to be in the past.
But I have been tattooing for over 18 years, and find this site to be very interesting and educational on many levels.
As some said already, I try and only post things that might be of interest to other people, and constructive.
Every social media or forum will always have lurkers, however this site is definitely much more serious then others, and as I recommend this to other artists too, we can only hope it will remain professional and constructive, at least the majority of it.
things such as the artists interviews will definitely keep this place a more artist friendly site, I can't see too many people enjoy those kind of things, or discussions much, unless they are truly a part of the family, or fellow artists.
Either way, at least in my opinion, if we can keep ignoring useless posts, and stick to what's more important, constructive, educational, or just plain ol' good tattoo or shop talk...etc. then I believe the other will die out on it's own with time...after all, they have much better forums as such to go to, if that's what they are looking for.

I'm kind of new here too, so I'm not too sure how it used to be in the past.
But I have been tattooing for over 18 years, and find this site to be very interesting and educational on many levels.
As some said already, I try and only post things that might be of interest to other people, and constructive.
Every social media or forum will always have lurkers, however this site is definitely much more serious then others, and as I recommend this to other artists too, we can only hope it will remain professional and constructive, at least the majority of it.
things such as the artists interviews will definitely keep this place a more artist friendly site, I can't see too many people enjoy those kind of things, or discussions much, unless they are truly a part of the family, or fellow artists.
Either way, at least in my opinion, if we can keep ignoring useless posts, and stick to what's more important, constructive, educational, or just plain ol' good tattoo or shop talk...etc. then I believe the other will die out on it's own with time...after all, they have much better forums as such to go to, if that's what they are looking for.

I'm kind of new here too, so I'm not too sure how it used to be in the past.
But I have been tattooing for over 18 years, and find this site to be very interesting and educational on many levels.
As some said already, I try and only post things that might be of interest to other people, and constructive.
Every social media or forum will always have lurkers, however this site is definitely much more serious then others, and as I recommend this to other artists too, we can only hope it will remain professional and constructive, at least the majority of it.
things such as the artists interviews will definitely keep this place a more artist friendly site, I can't see too many people enjoy those kind of things, or discussions much, unless they are truly a part of the family, or fellow artists.
Either way, at least in my opinion, if we can keep ignoring useless posts, and stick to what's more important, constructive, educational, or just plain ol' good tattoo or shop talk...etc. then I believe the other will die out on it's own with time...after all, they have much better forums as such to go to, if that's what they are looking for.

I'm kind of new here too, so I'm not too sure how it used to be in the past.
But I have been tattooing for over 18 years, and find this site to be very interesting and educational on many levels.
As some said already, I try and only post things that might be of interest to other people, and constructive.
Every social media or forum will always have lurkers, however this site is definitely much more serious then others, and as I recommend this to other artists too, we can only hope it will remain professional and constructive, at least the majority of it.
things such as the artists interviews will definitely keep this place a more artist friendly site, I can't see too many people enjoy those kind of things, or discussions much, unless they are truly a part of the family, or fellow artists.
Either way, at least in my opinion, if we can keep ignoring useless posts, and stick to what's more important, constructive, educational, or just plain ol' good tattoo or shop talk...etc. then I believe the other will die out on it's own with time...after all, they have much better forums as such to go to, if that's what they are looking for.

I'm kind of new here too, so I'm not too sure how it used to be in the past.
But I have been tattooing for over 18 years, and find this site to be very interesting and educational on many levels.
As some said already, I try and only post things that might be of interest to other people, and constructive.
Every social media or forum will always have lurkers, however this site is definitely much more serious then others, and as I recommend this to other artists too, we can only hope it will remain professional and constructive, at least the majority of it.
things such as the artists interviews will definitely keep this place a more artist friendly site, I can't see too many people enjoy those kind of things, or discussions much, unless they are truly a part of the family, or fellow artists.
Either way, at least in my opinion, if we can keep ignoring useless posts, and stick to what's more important, constructive, educational, or just plain ol' good tattoo or shop talk...etc. then I believe the other will die out on it's own with time...after all, they have much better forums as such to go to, if that's what they are looking for.

I'm kind of new here too, so I'm not too sure how it used to be in the past.
But I have been tattooing for over 18 years, and find this site to be very interesting and educational on many levels.
As some said already, I try and only post things that might be of interest to other people, and constructive.
Every social media or forum will always have lurkers, however this site is definitely much more serious then others, and as I recommend this to other artists too, we can only hope it will remain professional and constructive, at least the majority of it.
things such as the artists interviews will definitely keep this place a more artist friendly site, I can't see too many people enjoy those kind of things, or discussions much, unless they are truly a part of the family, or fellow artists.
Either way, at least in my opinion, if we can keep ignoring useless posts, and stick to what's more important, constructive, educational, or just plain ol' good tattoo or shop talk...etc. then I believe the other will die out on it's own with time...after all, they have much better forums as such to go to, if that's what they are looking for.

I have two sessions for my first BIG tattoo booked. My first appointment is this Sunday! However, I was just figuring out my finances and realized I can only afford five hours each session at this point.(I know it's late to just be figuring this out) I'm ok with breaking up the work as long as long as it takes to finish it, but I'm wondering if I should call the shop tomorrow to see how long I'm booked for Sunday. I hate for my artist to lose money if the whole day is blocked off for me. They have a list of people to call in case of no-shows, so they could probably fit somebody in if I was scheduled for most of the day. Or is it a bit late at this point since my appointment is Sunday? I'm just wondering what the artists that post here would prefer if they had a client in this situation?

it is truly amazing to me to hear "artists" say that it's ok for them if their tattoos will not hold for more then a few years.
are you out of your mind people!!??? did people forget what a tattoo is all about??
yes, you can of course revive your tattoos many years down the road if you want them to look more vibrant, but any tattoo artist out there that does not try his best that every tattoo they do will last forever! and age properly, really should pick up a different medium to work with.
what makes some artists pioneers in this industry is the ability to push the envelope and art, while stile paying attention to the basics of the medium and still keep in mind at any time how the tattoo will age and change with time, in order to assure the client that the changes will e minimal and the art sill still be a good looking tattoo in 20-30 years after it's done.

Not sure if this posted here, I haven't seen it.
it's a really cool find my friend sent me.
Things used to be very different...
http://dangerousminds.net/comments/invasion_of_the_flesh_etchers_vintage_tv_report_of _minnesota_tattoo

I didn't see any posts about this, and hope this is the right place for this.
I just heard of the accident that took Frank Lee away from us, entirely too early.
for those of you who don't know the name- He is one of the biggest pioneers in the "new school" style, and was way ahead of his time by the early 90's and a great inspiration in my tattooing career and many others I've met and know.
He also made great sets of original flash designs, and was one of the only artists ever to have his flash hanging at just about any studio worldwide and was for many years a "best seller" sets.

Such a great artist, and a huge part of the evolution of tattoos during the big wave that turned this industry on it's head and made it to what it is today.

R.I.P my friend

it is truly amazing to me to hear "artists" say that it's ok for them if their tattoos will not hold for more then a few years.
are you out of your mind people!!??? did people forget what a tattoo is all about??
yes, you can of course revive your tattoos many years down the road if you want them to look more vibrant, but any tattoo artist out there that does not try his best that every tattoo they do will last forever! and age properly, really should pick up a different medium to work with.
what makes some artists pioneers in this industry is the ability to push the envelope and art, while stile paying attention to the basics of the medium and still keep in mind at any time how the tattoo will age and change with time, in order to assure the client that the changes will e minimal and the art sill still be a good looking tattoo in 20-30 years after it's done.

Here's the complete Stoney documentary for those interested. Such a cool video, I love all of his old sideshow flash!
Stoney Knows How

nice, hadn't seen that one yet!

Very cool. I love old footage like that. I never get tired of hearing people talk about why they get tattooed or what it means to them. Endlessly fascinating. I watched another old video the other day called "Stoney Knows How," and it was similarly intriguing. Think it was shot in the late 1960s. I was alive in the early 70s but it seems like another era completely. Sadly, on YouTube I could only find parts 1 & 3. Thanks for posting this find.

Not sure if this posted here, I haven't seen it.
it's a really cool find my friend sent me.
Things used to be very different...
http://dangerousminds.net/comments/invasion_of_the_flesh_etchers_vintage_tv_report_of _minnesota_tattoo

Not sure if this posted here, I haven't seen it.
it's a really cool find my friend sent me.
Things used to be very different...
http://dangerousminds.net/comments/invasion_of_the_flesh_etchers_vintage_tv_report_of _minnesota_tattoo