A new Soba liner

Another recommendation, this Soba Mini Rusto Liner will soon be a part of my growing machine family as well. Purchased from the always dependable folks at Workhorse Irons, I threw in some inks to sample and everything went smooth.

Machine unboxing

A new Aaron Cain shader

This sexy machine came highly recommended for my style of tattooing by Nate Beavers (at his seminar). Ever since I've been scouring the planet trying to find one. It seems the Aaron Cain Jonesy is now discontinued. As excited as I am about his new line of machines …

An improved version

I'm slowly, but surely working on a new look for the site. I think I'm going to add a section that I update with details on my machines, tools, inks, needles, etc.

If you have a second... leave a comment if you have any ideas, suggestions, shaving tips, or awkward pauses.

Tattoo Revue #131

I'm not even sure if it's still on newsstands, but if you see this cover of Tattoo Revue, check out my article on Monte Agee. As he's working on my back piece, we've had a few discussions and I pieced together a few paragraphs about his thought process and growth.

Bjork

This one was a blast. I played around with color and tried to make the image fit and meld with the shape of the leg. Kevin sat like a tough guy, cracking jokes the entire time. I couldn't have had much more fun.

And here's a small progress image as well as a different angle.

A September update to the Tattoo Gallery

A handful of photos have been added to the gallery (link corrected). Some have commentary, others will soon. Some time has passed since last posting, so it's good to have new ones up to chew over.

Also, with more and more tattoos being worked on, I'm struggling to …

Flickr account

I've a Flickr account that I've been posting to throughout my days. Feel free to indulge! It's flickr.com/photos/allentattoo.

The Blood Red Project

Make a point to hit up the only ad I've had on the site: The Blood Red Project. (store for purchase is here) When it's all said and done, our character is built on what we -a people with- do for those without. What better way than to utilize a great product that …

Where I am, now

I'm ever learning.

There are days of certainty that end up with quivering outlines. Hours of intricate patterns seemingly lost twenty minutes in. Where is this going? Oh, oh! I see it. My trust in the stencil was worthwhile! Then I breathe a sigh of relief moments …