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BAW: What made you want to
become a Tattoo Artist?
Artist: I like to draw. I
first tattooed myself when I was 13 (covered now) . I got into the music
business and never gave tattooing a second thought. Years later, a
friend wanted me to tattoo him. I didn't know what I was doing-I got the
official biker lessons- here's the ink and machines go for it!! Any how
the tattoo came out great and I've been bettering myself ever since.
BAW: Who are your influences?
Artist: I like Boris Vallejo
and Olivia as far as artwork is concerned.
BAW: What is your favorite
style of work?
Artist: I dig old school -
but then again I like anything that's done well
BAW: Tell us about your first
Tattoo Inkspierence?
Artist: The first guy I inked
was a friend of mine. It was an eagle. I had no Idea what I was doing
and I was scared to death. He was a Vietnam vet and kind of scary- I
didn't want to be the one to screw up his tat. It came out fine so he
didn't kill me.
BAW: What is your favorite
piece you own?
Artist: It's a toss up
between my angel of death forearm piece, or my Frankenstein monster
bicep.
BAW: What is your most
memorable Tattoo given and why?
Artist: I did a Marilyn
Monroe portrait . It was my first portrait and it was really good. I
think it made me realize I could do this for a living.
BAW: Is there a part of the
body you won't Tattoo and why?
Artist: I don't have an
answer for that
BAW: How do you feel about
female Tattoo Artists?
Artist: That depends on who
we're talking about. Most of the Female artists I've met are really
cool- and talented artists. A lot of guys down here in the south
think men are better than women - but that's a load of crap. Most of the
girls will give advice when you're just starting out. All you get from
the guys is an attitude.
BAW: Do you support supply
co. that sells to the public?
Artist: yea
BAW: Do you feel there now
should be mandatory schooling for soon to be tattoo artists?
Artist: I think there should
be more schools available - then talk about being mandatory
BAW: Do you feel Tattooing
has changed over the years, and if so why?
Artist: No, it's still done
the same way
BAW: Do you think it is
important to do as many conventions and shows as possible?
Artist: I don't think I've
reached that level just yet
BAW: What advise can you give
to someone who is starting or looking to get into the tattoo business?
Artist: Save your money for
an apprenticeship - it's a long haul when you start to freelance. No one
will hire you unless you have shop experience.
BAW: What could you say to
someone who has had a bad first Inkspierence?
Artist: Find a good cover up
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