Words and Hands

Two sets of writing on ribs today.  This one on Lauren.

And then two sets of black bands on Adam's finger.  I only post this as an opportunity to explain a little bit about my philosophy on finger tattoos.  1.  Generally speaking, I don't do finger tattoos.  I will after much discussion and gnashing of teeth if; A) The person thoroughly understands the permanence of such and that they will likely not get a job in the professional sector with such a tattoo and B) If the person is heavily tattooed AND in a permanent job that allows such, (note: Adam is a self employed comic book artist, a good one I might add, I'll post a link to his portfolio when I get it from him), and lastly C) I am not held accountable for the crummy healing nature/touch-ups that will inevitably ensue from such tattooing.  That said, Adan's tattoos went well and I wish him all the best with his burgeoning comic book arts career!

Fernando's Cover-Up

This little tattoo, (excluding eight ball and swirlies on wrist), was completed on a lovely Sunday afternoon on Fernando.  The tattoo was the result of winning a gift certificate from a benefit to which I donated.  The benefit was coordinated to raise suicide awareness and prevention.  A cause near and dear to my heart.  Erika was the artist who tattooed the wrist tattoo on Fernando.  The tattoo we did today was a cover-up, I will try and dig up a picture of the former tattoo and add healed pics when this has settled down.  

Heather's Pin-Up, Healed!

Here is Heather's sneakily-Minnesota-inspired pin-up girl half sleeve, healed!  Heather is leaving for San Francisco in just a few short days.  I wish her the best on her journey, (and maybe a place to stay when I visit)?!

Nilsia's Bouquet

Nilsia's floral bouquet; tea rose, hydrangea, zinnia, gladiola blossom and bamboo.  Completed in one session .  

Jenny's Medusa

I finished this black and grey medusa on Jenny this evening.  The head was existing and I added the body and refurbished the head.  Photo taken with Hipstamatic.

Dan's Torch

Finally finished this torch on Dan B's arm.  The flames from the torch swirl around his elbow.  Congrats to Dan and Julie on their healthy baby boy.  

Miss Kitty in the News

I forgot about posting this here...from the beginning of the summer.  I made the news.  Click on the link to watch the clip.  I hate public speaking so I get pretty ridiculous and nervous which I think is reflected in the clip but, what's a girl to do?!

Zombie Babe

The beginnings of a beautiful zombie apocalypse complete with hot zombie babes on Nathan's leg. Photo of outline taken with hipstamatic app.

Tony's Leg

Tony's leg.  Completed in three sessions, a memorial tattoo for his Grandfather.  

Heather's Ode to Minnesota

Finished this lovely gal on a lovely gal, Heather, before she moves to San Fransisco, (quite jealous I might add), and burned some midnight oil before heading out on a camping trip for the night myself.  

Christie Girl

Tattoo on Dan of the Howard Chandler Christy Girl, a Navy recruitment icon and part of American history.  The tattoo pictured is fresh and therefore a bit irritated, but I believe it will get the point across...

Jeanne's Owl

Jeanne's owl tattoo.  Completed in two sessions.  

Danielle's Flowers

Tattoo of cherry blossoms on Danielle's shoulder.  

Mandala

Rachel's foot tattoo, a mandala inspired by nature
with the Korean word for "older sister" in the center.