April 2018 – All Things Tattoo

April 30, 2018February 17, 2020 jonvandyck black and grey tattoo, blackwork tattoo, dotwork tattoo, film tattoos, literary tattoos, minimalistic tattoo, neo traditional tattoos, nerdy tattoo, new school tattoo, realism tattoo, tattoo, Uncategorized

Hogwarts Tattoos:

Hogwarts is the fictional (maybe) school from J.K Rowling’s series “Harry Potter”. To many fans of both the books and the movies, Hogwarts is a second home. As J.K has said before, “Whether you come back by page or by the big screen, Hogwarts will always be there to welcome you home.”

Hyper realistic miniature Hogwarts done by Andrea Morales.

Savaş Doğan Tattoo Artist ~ Istanbul Kadıköy Moda — Hyper realistic mini Hogwarts during a beautiful sunset. Done by Savaş Doğan in Istanbul Kadıköy Moda

Many people feel so strongly towards the school that they choose to have it tattooed on them permanently.

Bright neo traditional Hogwarts done by Carly Baggins, Perth, Australia.

Heavy blackwork Hogwarts done by Jessica Svartvit.

Here are some facts you may not know about the school. According to the first book, there are over 142 staircases in Hogwarts; many of which tend to move, even while someone walks on them, making it difficult to get to classes on time.

Matching Hedwig and Hogwarts done by Carly Montgomery at First String Tattoo in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Cute Always and Hogwarts done by Keely Rutherford at Jolie Rouge Tattoo in London.

The school motto “Draco dormiens nunquam titillandus” sounds pretty impressive in latin right? When translated into English it means “Never tickle a sleeping dragon.” Not the most inspiring motto to live by maybe, but definitely a practical one!

Bright night time miniature piece done by Daria Stahp.

mali 🍕 Owner of @coolkidztattoo — All was well. Mini dotwork Hogwarts done by Mali at Cool Kidz Tattoo.

The castle can keep its own secrets and choose to reveal them to those it deems worthy. Such as the room of requirement, which is eventually used as a safe haven for the students to hide from the Death Eaters running the school in the seventh book.

Realistic black and grey piece with Hedwig, the deathly hallows symbol and candles. Done by David Irizarry Ink & Dagger Tattoo : Foundation Tattoo.

Hogwarts snow globe done by Nicole at Voodoo Tattoo Club.

Hogwarts was founded in 990 AD, meaning it was founded before Oxford University which was founded in 1209, making it one of the oldest English institutions .

Demon Dance at easy tiger tattoo — Black work Hogwarts done by Demon Dance at Easy Tiger Tattoo.

peta.heffernan — Tiny black and grey piece done by Peta Heffernan.

The ceiling in the Great Hall is enchanted to reflect the sky outside. Meaning the Great Hall could be bright and sunny, or pouring rain while lighting crackles across the sky.

Another Always piece. Done by Sanae Garcia Tattoos.

The first Triwizard Tournament was held 300 years after the school was founded.

Neo traditional Hogwarts with frame and roses done by Drew Shallis.

Sierra Granger Tattoo artist at FREAKS AND GEEKS TATTOO SIDESHOW *Asheville NC!* — Great use of negative space done in this one by Sierra Granger at Freaks and Geeks Tattoo Sideshow in Asheville NC.

Muggles cannot see Hogwarts. Electronics also do not work on the school grounds, so no WIFI!

Giuseppe Cozzolino Born in 1993 Tattooist @ Ozon Tattoo Studio, Via Manzoni n.216 San Giorgio a Cremano, Napoli Italy — Triangular realistic nighttime view of Hogwarts done by Giuseppe Cozzolino at Ozon Tattoo Studio, Napoli Italy.

First years on their way to Hogwarts done by Susanne Konig at Redwood Tattoo Studio in Manchester.

Peeves who is unfortunately not featured in the films, first came to Hogwarts in 993 AD and is an indestructible spirit of chaos!

Realistic half sleeve done by Jamie Schene.

As a tattoo Hogwarts is often done in a realistic style, often as black work or neo traditional.

Jessica Channer 🍰 Tattoo artist in Toronto — Purple neo traditional Hogwarts done by Jessica Channer in Toronto.

What’s your favourite Hogwarts moment?

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April 27, 2018March 11, 2021 jonvandyck american traditional tattoo, blackwork tattoo, Japanese tattoo, tattoo, traditional tattoo, Uncategorized, winnipeg tattoo

Winnipeg Artist 9: Don Ritson

Don Ritson was the owner of Rebel Waltz in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Now he and his wife work out of a private studio together.

14733564_1144718342271993_6534942484898775040_n — Black and red Japanese dragon.

18300140_2292171287674072_1878463384958009344_n — Japanese geisha piece with flower kimono.

19984740_1609786602387853_2350759064230690816_n — Classic American traditional filler rose.

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Don works in mainly in American traditional style, as well as Japanese and some black work. When doing American traditional style, his pieces are heavy on black and red.

16124103_278773092538882_2709759428994793472_n — Jesus with the cross.

18808820_1867191293540856_44705550079885312_n — Lady head with some spooky skeletal hands.

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28432826_2007288649594501_5370094723694329856_n — Classic design featuring an eagle, skull, and snake.

Don has done two of my own tattoos, both of my forearms which are a gramophone and a design based off of the rose of no mans land. Don is a very friendly guy who makes getting tattooed a genuinely pleasant experience.

18950142_1066046330193785_8298490231691149312_n — Bert Grimm’s tiger. Lots of black with some red to make it pop.

20686683_138236233441233_4299969150488412160_n — Creepy reaper.

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28751938_218855588698632_3224919169644363776_n — Rock of ages in a beautiful full back piece.

You’ll find Don taking walk ins on Saturdays, though starting earlier this month (April 2018) the shop will rotate the main artist doing walk ins. You can find Don’s contact info on the Rebel Waltz website.

16585133_389004841455803_4574397632054558720_n — Vicious looking dragon head on the inner bicep.

19050450_1845784829074879_1364121049599311872_n — Asian woman with a wrap around snake.

20905317_1868979920022060_6801721294703296512_n — Butterfly with woman’s face.

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Don is a must see artist if you are in Winnipeg. He also does guest spots in Canada so watch his Instagram for that as well.

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April 20, 2018February 17, 2020 jonvandyck american traditional tattoo, black and grey tattoo, blackwork tattoo, dotwork tattoo, minimalistic tattoo, neo traditional tattoos, realism tattoo, Uncategorized

Coffee Tattoos:

Everyone loves their morning coffee. Some so much that they choose to immortalize it on their skin forever!

Realistic black and grey cup of coffee being poured by Alan Macintosh.

Luke Worley Tattooer:Co-Owner of Good Graces Tattoo & Design — Espresso maker done by Luke Worley at Good Graces Tattoo.

There’s a legend that says Ethiopian shepherds first discovered coffee in 800 A.D when they noticed their goats apparently dancing after eating coffee beans. A local monk then made a drink with the bean, which kept him awake all night. Thus, coffee was born!

chelsea jane Tattooer at Old Towne Tattoo Parlor in Orange, Ca. — Bright neo traditional coffee cups and flowers done by Chelsea Jane at Old Towne Tattoo Parlour in California.

Black and grey skull cup of coffee done by Mark Pinter.

Here are some coffee facts for you addicts out there. The top three countries that produce coffee are Brazil, Colombia, and Vietnam, with Brazil producing 40% of the worlds coffee.

Coffee pot and skull done by Clark Seiger.

mich.tattoons 💮Seattle Tattooer💮@jacksonstreettattoocompany — Coffee maker done by Mich at Jackson Street Tattoo Company in Seattle.

It is possible to overdose on coffee, but don’t worry, it would take the average person about 100 cups to do so.

DANIELLE ROSE ✶ @sanctuarytattoodundee ✶ Scotland — Traditional woman drinking coffee done by Danielle Rose at Sanctuary Tattoo Dundee in Scotland.

Michael Hendra Tattooing since 2006. Owner of Hendra Tattoo, a private studio in the Poconos — Coffee and books done by Michael Hendra at Hendra Tattoo in the Poconos.

Coffee drinkers have a lower risk of Alzheimers disease! Caffeine also has a positive effect on type two diabetes and Parkinson’s. As well as protecting women against skin cancer.

Jake Fraser Grey Street Tattoo 123 Grey Street St.Kilda Melbourne Australia — Slave to coffee reaper and coffee done by Jake Fraser at Grey Street Tattoo in Melbourne Australia.

Mico Lighthouse tattoo Seoul South Korea — Girl in a coffee cup done by Mico at Lighthouse Tattoo in Seoul South Korea.

The largest cup of coffee ever was brewed in South Korea in 2014 and was over 3,700 gallons.

james armstrong — Dotwork reaper and a cup of coffee done by James Armstrong at Bishop Tattoo Company in the UK.

Mike Harper ▪️ Tattoo artist ▪️@blackgalleon Kings Lynn, UK — Simple coffee maker done by Mike Harper at Black Galleon in the UK.

Even though the flavour is stronger in a dark roast, they actually have less caffeine than a light roast.

Jan L at Beetle Ink Tattoo, Leipzig — Creepy skeleton in a cup of coffee done by Jan L at Beetle Ink Tattoo in Leipzig.

Death before decaf reaper done by Nathan Woelke.

Decaf coffee is not 100% caffeine free.

jessyalbertjr 👑 Strathcona's PALACE TATTOO 👑 684 east Hastings Vancouver — Vampires cup of bloody coffee done by Jessy Albert Jr at Palace Tattoo in Vancouver.

Johnny Cash inspired piece by Phil Hatchet Yau.

Coffee is the second post popular beverage in the world, second only to water.

Julien Detillieux Tattoo artist @rbenderstudio — Coffee and cigarettes done by Julien Detillieux at R Bender Studio.

Death before decaf in a coffee pot done by Sean Rhodes.

As a tattoo, a grim reaper with a cup of coffee is popular in an American traditional style. Cups of coffee and coffee makers are also popular.

Kane Berry Tattoo Vic Market Tattoo 🔸324 Victoria St, North Melbourne — Stormy cup of coffee done by Kane Berry at Vic Market Tattoo in Melbourne, Australia.

Sicky Nicks Toronto — Cute broken heart late done by Sicky Nicks in Toronto.

Which is your favourite?

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April 13, 2018February 17, 2020 jonvandyck american traditional tattoo, black and grey tattoo, blackwork tattoo, mythological creature tattoo, neo traditional tattoos, portrait tattoo, realism tattoo, tattoo, tattoo info, tattoo meaning, Uncategorized

Medusa Tattoos:

According to Greek mythology, Medusa was born a beautiful woman, one of three sisters known as the Gorgons. When she was still human she was a priestess to the goddess Athena. Being a priestess she was sworn to celibacy.

Dark American trad Medusa head done by Aaron Breeze at Life & Death Tattoos Shrewsbury, England.

Gara Happy Lighthouse Seoul Korea — Heavy blackwork Medusa head as a statue done by Gara at Happy Lighthouse Tattoo in Seoul, South Korea.

Lynn Akura Illustrator, tattooing since 1999. Tiger Bones, Brighton UK — Black and red traditional Medusa head done by Lynn Akura at Tiger Bones, Brighton UK.

Zhuo Dan TING Owner-Tattoo artist at Shanghai Tattoo — Full hyper realistic black and grey backpiece done by Zhuo Dan Ting at Shanghai Tattoo in Shanghai, China.

So how did a beautiful maiden turn into the monster we’re all familiar with? Medusa was really a victim, and turning into a monster was not at all her fault, but the god of the sea, Poseidons. Poseidon met Medusa and was immediately infatuated. He tried over and over again to seduce Medusa, who refused each time. Finally Medusa sought refuge in Athena’s temple to get away from Poseidon. Poseidon didn’t care and went after her, following her into the temple of Athena, where he forced himself on her against her will.

Neo trad Medusa head and rose done by Abel Sanchez at Red Dagger Tattoo in Texas.

Dave Lao Winnipeg,Manitoba,Canada Lone Wolf Studios — Realistic black and grey Medusa done by Dave Lao at Lone Wolf Studios in Winnipeg, Canada.

Black and yellow Medusa piece by Kike Esteras at Black Ship in Barcelona.

Neo trad Medusa head done by Shio Zaragoza at Blessed Tattoo in Spain.

To punish Medusa for having relations inside her temple, Athena turned Medusa into a monster. A woman with snakes for hair that could turn any who looked upon her directly into stone. Seeing herself as a hideous monster, Medusa fled, shunned by all, wandering alone. In her despair her character turned into the monster of her outward appearance.

Blackwork decapitated Medusa head done by Alexander Grim.

helena darling halifax Nova Scotia — More elegant looking Medusa by Helena Darling in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Hyper realistic Medusa piece done by Matias Noble in Valencia, Spain.

Neo trad Medusa head and Perseus’ sword done by Teresa Sharpe at Unkindness Art in Richmond VA.

Many warriors tried unsuccessfully to slay Medusa, but all were turned to stone, and her reputation grew with each kill. Until Perseus was sent to collect her head and bring it to the king Polydectes. Perseus was given quite a bit of help to complete this task, which the other warriors did not have. He was given a sword smithed by the god Hephaestus, Hades’ helmet of invisibility, winged sandals from Hermes, and a mirrored shield from Athena.

Realistic black and grey Medusa on the back of the head done by Anderson Luna in New York.

Large neo trad thigh piece done by Jake Danielson from Melbourne, Australia.

Very bright neo trad Medusa head done by Nik The Rookie.

Perseus was able to slay Medusa by looking at her reflection in the mirrored shield so he could see her coming and not be turned to stone. He decapitated her, and in doing so freed her from Athena’s curse.

Linework Medusa head done by Daniel Teixeira.

Dark neo trad piece done by Karlos Lloyd in Australia.

Heavy black and good use of negative space in this piece by Oash Rodriguez.

As a tattoo Medusa is often done in black and grey, neo traditional, realism, blackwork, and American traditional. She is most often tattooed as just her head, either visibly decapitated or portrait style.

Lots of red in this neo trad piece by Heath Clifford at Throne Room Tattoo in New Zealand.

Kati Berlinkey — Black and yellow neo trad piece done by Katie Berlinkey.

Lots of green in this neo trad piece by Rodrigo Kalaka in Barcelona.

Who is your favourite mythological Greek character?

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April 6, 2018February 17, 2020 jonvandyck black and grey tattoo, blackwork tattoo, neo traditional tattoos, tattoo, tattoo meaning, Uncategorized

Raven Tattoos

Ravens make for a bold tattoo. They are often linked to death and mystic symbolism in more ancient literature and folklore.

Raven and Japanese hannya mask done by Alessandro Micci.

Neo traditional raven and hand by Cedric Weber.

Debora Cherrys.png — Edgar Allan Poe and raven done by Debora Cherrys.

Many cultures believed that the raven had magical qualities including knowing the answers to powerful secrets.

Neo traditional raven paired with a tiger and a skull. Done by Akos at Adorned Empire.

Bryan Nirvana Tattoo Studio in Glasgow, Scotland — Treehouse of horror Bart Simpson raven done by Bryan at Nirvana Tattoo Studio in Glasgow, Scotland.

Raven in a noose done by Mitchell Allenden.

Ravens can also be associated with wisdom and intelligence as they are extremely smart birds, capable of even mimicking human voices.

Raven paired with bright flowers done by David Le Goon.

Raven with geometric border done by Jason James Smith.

More delicate dotwork raven and flowers done by Oshin Timoshin.

Ravens can be a symbol of protection, pagan magic, the future, secrets, an omen of death, light/shadow, war, intelligence, and pain.

Huge torso raven done by Andrew Borisuk.

Heavy blackwork and pagan raven done by Laura Yahna.

Bold mastectomy coverup raven done by Robert Borbas.

Mythologies and religions associated with the raven include Norse, Greek, Roman, Native American, Celtic, Muslim, Christian, and Pagan.

Heavy blackwork and stylized raven done by Canijo Marciano.

Native American styled raven done by Mariñe Perez.

As a tattoo, ravens are often done as blackwork pieces, neo traditional, or realistically. They can also be designed with a third eye.

Which is your favourite?

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April 2, 2018February 17, 2020 jonvandyck blackwork tattoo, dotwork tattoo, tattoo, Tribal tattoo, Uncategorized

Artist of the month: Samuel Christensen

Samuel is a German artist who has been tattooing since 2008. He has tattooed in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, and Thailand. New Zealand was where he cemented his interest in Maori/Polynesian tattooing, which is what he mainly does now.

Blackwork100 — Full bodysuit, including hands and feet. Lots of blackwork is incorporated into this Polynesian style suit.

Blackwork101 — A front angle of the same suit.

Dotwork1 — Dotwork/mandala full back piece and 1/4 sleeves.

Sudsee18 — Polynesian neck piece makes for a bold design.

Sudsee48 — Half sleeve including the chest, with traditional Polynesian folklore faces.

Samuel is drawn to the thick bold lines and black work of Polynesian tattoos, and the possibility of creating full bodysuits in this style. Along with Polynesian work, Samuel also does dotwork and blackwork pieces, including lots of mandalas and henna inspired pieces.

B11 — Bold hand designs with some blast over work above.

B30 — 3/4 sleeve, right up onto the shoulder.

Blackwork12 — Polynesian sleeve with some dotwork mixed in.

Most of Samuel’s work is large, half or full sleeves, back pieces, and even full bodysuits. Though he will do some smaller designs, mainly mandalas.

B41 — Half sleeve with some dotwork up top and into the chest.

B48 — Full leg sleeve, top fresh bottom healed.

Sudsee43 — Incomplete 3/4 sleeve including the armpit.

Samuel works out of his studio in Ravensburg, Germany.

Sudsee46 — Beautiful blackwork/dotwork back piece.

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