Hagoromo

Starting this back piece pretty soon. Still have some sections to work out, but a few more versions and it should be there. Stayed up late the other night drawing and talking with Shad from Belgium, and really learned a lot and got plenty of inspiration for this piece. Check out his amazing traditional Japanese tattoo work at tattoobyshad.com. Hagoromo is a tennyo (buddhist angel) who wears a feathered cloak. It is a very old Japanese folk tale and famous Noh play. Looking forwrd to starting this one very much...

Shoki

Session #6. Should finish it next time, then start adding some oni and background down to the back of the thighs. He's 6' 6" so there should be plenty of room for more...

Foxy Lady

Almost finished with this 3/4 sleeve. Short session, just some patterning in the kimono. Should be done later this week...

Dragon Start

Stencil for the head and freehand on the body. Went pretty well, he sat great for the area covered. 2 hours tattoo time. We'll finish the body next time and start on some background...

Dragon

Starting this one up tomorrow. Stencil for the head and draw everything else on. Rib piece, goes from the armpit to almost the knee. He already has a back piece with matching 1/2 sleeves and chest, so this will finish off the front then tie in the background and on to the other side. Wish me luck...

Good Time Charlie's

Stopped through Modesto on the way back from LA to visit tattoo legend Good Time Charlie Cartwright and his family. Feel privileged to have visited his home and shop. He is an amazingly creative and kind man, a true one of a kind. Loretta even got him out of retirement for a small tattoo...