She tattoos in a hybrid style of old school and new school. Her old school techniques consist of thick bold lines and the classic colour scheme, with an added almost cartoon-ish look.
Mickey and Minnie meets Ice CreamMaui, Hei Hei, and Pua
Lots of her work features cartoon characters from popular Disney movies and shows like Mickey and Minnie, Moana, Mulan, and more. Her Instagram is also full of old school classics like swallows, reapers, skulls, pinups, and lady heads.
Mulan, Mushu, and Cri-KeeGrim Reaper on holiday
Much of the work she does can be done as smaller pieces if you’re a tourist in the area, and she also puts together fantastic larger pieces such as full sleeves.
Party sharkA beautiful red cardinal
If you’re traveling in the area be sure to send her an email and get yourself an appointment, or if you live nearby add a few new pieces to your collection.
A classic swallow and rose on the neckDaria’s Jane Lane
Jennah works out ofBluebird Tattoo in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She has become well known in the city and throughout Canada as a must see artist for anyone who loves anime, cartoons, video games, or comic books.
“Fight like a girl” Sailor Moon themed pieceBrilliant Miyazaki leg sleeve.
Jennah mainly works in new school or neo-traditonal styles, but also does brilliant black and grey.
Some water type Pokemon for the gamers.Shenron from Dragon Ball/Dragon Ball Z.
If you’re a lover of the nerdier things in life, Jennah is a must see artist. Her own love of cartoons and anime shines through in her exquisite attention to detail in the characters she recreates.
Beautiful Inuyasha piece with cherry blossoms.Batman/Joker piece inspired by Batman’s “Death of a Family.”
Jennah does brilliant large scale pieces such as full arm or leg sleeves, but happily does small one-offs such as singular characters and creatures.
An in progress Disney sleeve.Super Smash Bros and Legend of Zelda sleeve.
What’s your favourite anime?
An adorable Baby Groot from The Guardians of the Galaxy.Adventure Time’s Lumpy Space Princess in all her lumpy glory.
If you’re lucky enough to live in a place that has legalized cannabis for recreational use, then every day can be 4/20!
Matching front and back pieces by André CruzCute matching bongs by Michael Scott Brooke
To go along with some awesome cannabis tattoos, here are some interesting cannabis facts. Did you know that despite China’s rigorous anti-drug policies (which includes cannabis) the earliest known uses of cannabis can be traced to 1250 BC, China? China is famous for having invented paper, and the earliest forms of paper were made from hemp. Along with using hemp for paper, building materials, and clothing, the seeds from cannabis plants were also eaten, and cannabis was used medicinally and also as the first known form of anesthetic (mixed with wine) in surgery in ancient China.
A smoking bong by Edo Sent at Old Ways TattooDelicate line work piece by Tina Mikhael at Rich Ink Tattoo
Scientists have found that certain cannabis compounds can stop the spread (not cure) of some aggressive forms of cancer, and it is also used medically for chemo patients who suffer from pain and nausea.
Old school head piece by Gordie Farrell in WinnipegCute Ted piece by Corey Walters
Since 2015, cannabis has become the fastest growing industry in the US and is set to surpass the organic food market. While in Canada monthly sales continue to sky rocket, currently topping at $185.9 million in sales in May 2020 alone.
Sideshow Bob, bud done by JaumeveinticuatroCannabis leaf and bum by kinky_tattooer
As a tattoo, cannabis is often done with cartoon characters smoking joints, depictions of bongs, or solo bud and flower. What’s your preferred method of using cannabis?
Cannabis leaf smoking a joint by volkovysktattooWeed wizard done by Matt Aldridge
BoJack Horseman is an extremely popular Netflix original that tackles serious issues with the backdrop of goofy cartoon characters. Spoiler alert!
BoJack and friends by Yo Soy LauBoJack and quote by Kenzi mackattacctatt
It is both one of the goofiest and most tragic stories I’ve watched in a long time.The creator of the show, Raphael Bob-Waksberg, has said it’s very important that the show be set in a world where animal characters live and interact with humans in a human way. “I think by making BoJack a horse, it allows an audience to project themselves on him in a way that if you were looking at a picture of Will Arnett, you might not be as inclined to,” Bob-Waksberg explained to Slashfilm. “There does exist an odd universality to these animals. By making them more foreign, they become more relatable.”
Princess Carolyn by Cate FieldsTodd by Judasz Trasz Tattoo
The basic storyline isn’t all that original. A washed up male actor deals with (or rather doesn’t deal with) how toxic he is. Tackling substance abuse, depression, and his past, which helps the audience understand (to a degree) why he treats people the way he does. What makes the show interesting is how goofy it is, with whimsical characters that are able to do and say things a show might not always be able to get away with, because it’s a cartoon, and because many of them are animals.
BoJack and quote by Sof Carrillo BoJack by iimerse
It’s a very bleak story that gets darker and darker with each season. The show also doesn’t really have a happy ending, which I think is rare these days. But it makes it much more real. Not every story ends happily and it’s unrealistic for everything on tv to be wrapped up at the end of an episode or even a season.
Mr. Peanut butter and Todd by Vero GutiérrezA young BoJack by Matt Stanton
Most shows and movies focus on a character being “fixed” and growing. While BoJack arguably does grow, he also relapses time and time again. He acts and reacts as an addict does, and as someone deeply damaged. Again, he’s a real character despite his ridiculous antics which is what makes him relatable.
A minimalistic BoJack by Rafael AbitteRick and BoJack by Kozo Tattoo
Some of the other most popular characters include Todd, Mr. Peanut Butter, Princess Carolyn, Diane, and many more.
Alex is an artist working out of Santa la Muerte Tattoo in Madrid.
Realistic tiger eyes on the forearm.Ariel from the Little Mermaid.
He has three styles that he works in, and he does them well. Realism, micro realism, and cartoon.
Micro realistic pooch head with a dash of colour.The Mad Hatter and Alice, a Disney classic.
His realistic works are heavy on the black and grey, but he does use colour sparingly in these to make certain aspects pop, such as eyes and mouths in portraits of both people and animals.
Full realistic back piece of a snarling tiger. Black and grey with green eyes.
His cartoon pieces are like plucking a screenshot straight out of a movie or show, with great detail and colour throughout.
A classic Homer Simpson piece from Treehouse of Horror.
His micro realism pieces are great for those who want a small tattoo, and the amount of detail he’s able to pack into such a small space is unbelievable.
A portrait of Tupac done in black and grey.
If you’re passing through Madrid don’t hesitate to set up an appointment with Alex via his Instagram linked above.
Mario first appeared in the classic Nintendo game, Donkey Kong, in 1981. Though in this game he was still named Jumpman. It wasn’t until 1982 when he reappeared in Donkey Kong Jr. that he finally became the classic character, “Mario”.
A very realistic Mario done by Ben Kaye at Ship Shape Tattoo in New Zealand.Terrifyingly realistic version of Bowser done by Javier Antunez at Tattooed Theory.Zombie Yoshi and King Boo done by Missi Robbe at Evolution Tattoo Reno.
Super Mario was indirectly influenced by Jackie Chan! The creator, Shigeru Miyamoto, has stated that Super Mario was largely inspired by a video game called “kung-fu”. The Japanese version of this game was based on a Jackie Chan movie called “Spartan X”.
Bowser done by Dave ‘Junior’ Nicholls.Bright and colourful sleeve done by Jeanzito Hernandez.Nintendo themed sleeve done by Robert Pup in Byington.
Super Mario characters include the brothers Mario and Luigi, the iconic villain, Bowser, Princess Peach, Princess Daisy, Boo, Donkey Kong, Yoshi, Bowser Jr, Wario, Waluigi, the Koopas, Goombas, and more.
a brilliant 8-bit sleeve done by Day May in Salt Lake City, Utah.Luigi! Done by Kyle Williams at Grindhouse Tattoo Productions in the UK.Wario! Done by Rodney Eckenberger at Stillhouse tattoo in South Bend and Ink Couture in N.Y.
The backstory for Super Mario is actually much darker than you might think! For those of you who haven’t read the instruction manual, here’s the gist of it. Bowser and his Koopa minions are actually black magic wielding wizards who turned the people of Mushroom Kingdom into bushes, blocks, and mushrooms. Yes, that means every time you use a mushroom or punch a block, you’re actually killing a citizen of Mushroom Kingdom.
A Neo traditional Mario done by Felipe Rodrigues in Brazil.Adorable Mario and Peach done in a new school design. Done by Michela Bottin.New school Mario and piranha plant done by Zedtattoo in China.
As a tattoo, all Super Mario characters are popular designs. Usually done in either neo traditional style, new school, blackwork, or 8-bit.
Blackwork version of Boo done by Kakao in Hongdae.Classic mushroom done bu Mike Guinn.
Bartholomew J. Simpson, son to Homer and Marge of the Simpson family. KNown for his quick wit, pranks, and one liners.Bart’s character of rebelliousness and lack of respect for authority have had him described as an updated and modern version of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn. He is a disruptive student at school, and often causes trouble for his teachers, the principal, and the grounds keeper.
Neo traditional “I didn’t do it” Bart done by Alex Strangler.3D Bart head done by Giovanni Muglia.Bart on a squishee bender done by Matt Daniels at Chapel Street Tattoo in Chorley.El Barto done at Michel Tattoo Studio.
Although Bart is a prankster he has a soft spot for his family, particularly his siblings.
Baby devil Bart skateboarding done by Anthony Stewart at Anchor Tattoo in Vacaville, CA.A sad grown up Bart done by Gueller at Cry Baby Tattoo Studio in Mexico.Bart with his slingshot done by Marco Mopils at Kartell Tattoo, Frankfurt : Germany.Johnny Rotten Bart done by Наташа Дестройщица Russia.
He is often seen with a skateboard, a slingshot, or candy!
Cool looking Bart in blackwork style done by Bryan Ferrari at Honor Bound Tattoos in Calgary AB.Blackwork skeleton Bart head done by Iain Sellar at Long Fox tattoo.An older Bart design done by “Sean from Texas”Inspired by The Simpsons movie. Done by Yeray Perez in Malibu tattoo studio, Sitges, BARCELONA.
Bart can get up to some pretty bad behaviour, but ultimately isn’t a bad kid. He likes having fun (sometimes at other peoples expense) but on a number of occasions he shows true remorse for his actions.
Little Bart and baby Lisa. Bart really is a great big brother! Done by Camille Gualtieri in Qc, Canada.Blackwork Bart mooning on his skateboard done by J at Under The Gun Tattoo Co in Los Angeles.Traditional Bart done by Roberto Euán.
In some of the Treehouse of Horror episodes, Bart is seen as a monster, such as the fly, zombie, gremlin, devil and more.
Edgar Allan Poe Bart done at Dolly Tattoos Black Sails, Brighton.Bart as “The Fly” done by Ellen Morris Custom tattoo studio, Chesterfield.Ghost Bart done by Jon Larson at Depot town tattoo in Ypsilanti-MICHIGAN.Hyper realistic gremlin Bart done by Josh Herman at Black Wood Tattoo in Denver.Zombie Bart done by Mark Backstrom Tattoo Artist at AntiSocialite Tattoo.
As a tattoo Bart is most often done in American traditional, neo traditional, and blackwork style.
Tiny neo traditional Bart jamming to some tunes done by Carla Evelyn at Paper Moon Tattoo.Skeletal tattooed Bart with a wicked skateboard done by Liza Musselman Tattoo artist at Archive Tattoo in Toronto.Bart dressed up for Halloween done by Jason Ochoa while guest tattooing at Flying Panther in San Diego, CA.
Homer Jay Simpson, beloved fictional father of the Simpson family. He was created by Matt Groening and named after his own father, Homer Groening.
Homer and his love of donuts done by Alex Strangler done in Venice, CA.Hyper realistic Homer from Treehouse of Horror episode recreating Stephen King’s The Shining. Done by Josh Herman at Blackwood Tattoo, Denver.Homer and Krusty! Done by Matthew Hockaday.Chromatic shift, trippy Homer done by Winston (the whale).
Homer was born in 1956, and has been making the world laugh with his wacky antics since his t.v. debut in 1989.
Homer and a nice frothy Duff beer. Done by Anna Plienko.Homer as Santa Claus, strangling Bart. Done by Jasmine Keats done at Shogun Tats tattoo and piercing studio.Creepy ghost Homer done by Michela Bottin.Picasso inspired Homer portrait done by Zane Donnellan at STR Tattoo and Art Studio, Wyong, NSW, Australia.
Homer can often be seen either at home with his family, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie; at work with Mr. Burns, and Smithers, or at Moe’s tavern with his pals Moe, Barney, Carl, and Lenny.
Homer and Plopper sharing a carrot. Done by Ariana Tormenta.Young Homer in his grunge band, Sadgasm. Done by Jed Squire Desbrow at Vintage Inx.Super creepy Duff beer/Homer portrait done by Rodrigo Bittencourt de Azeredo.
Along with Moe’s tavern, some of Homer’s hangouts include Apu’s Kwik-E Mart, and Krusty Burger.
Tattooed Homer and Marge done by Atena Bazofia.Neon Homer as Mr. Sparkle, his Japanese soap mascot. Done by Jon Sproul at Clandestine Rabbit Tattoo in LA, CA.Snuggly Homer in bed done by Chanel (sassybury).
Homer is most well known for his love of beer and donuts, and his job at the powerplant. BUT, Homer has also been a musician, an astronaut, a truck driver, actor, mobster, carny, coach, farmer, and so much more!
Fancy Homer portrait done at Black Bones Custom Tattoos in the UK.A Flanderised Homer from another Treehouse of Horror, done by Joshua Davis at Wicked Inklination.Dot/linework zombie Homer done by Sebastian Camargo at Chronic Ink in Toronto.
As a tattoo, Homer is mainly done in a new school design, as he is a cartoon character. He can also be seen in neo traditional, American traditional, realistic, linework, hyper realistic, and blackwork.
Homer and his pink donut done by Erin Davies at La Belle Tattoo Studio in Melbourne, Australia.New school giant headed Homer done by Kelly Doty at Helheim Gallery, in Salem MA.Matching Marge and Homer linework portraits done by Thomas Bates at Five Keys Tattoo Studio, Norwich.
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (better known as Alice in Wonderland) was written in 1865 by Charles Dodgson (under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll).
Black and grey Caterpillar (Alan Rickman) done by Omar Orozco.Bright back piece done by Brian Reaid at Ace of Spades Tattoo in Asheville NC.Bright pastel coloured Tim Burton sleeve done by Jules Boho, an Austrian based traveling artist.Matching Alice and the White Rabbit in a delicate black and grey design. Done by Abbo Florez.
The story follows a young girl, Alice, who falls down a hole into a fantastical land full of bizarre characters and situations.
Watercolor Cheshire done by Aleksandra Katsan in Kiev, Ukraine.Linework version of Disney’s Alice done by Bryan at Nirvana Tattoo Studio in Glasgow, Scotland.Dark and sinister looking Mad Hatter done by Kristen Goetz.Cheshire in Mad Hatters Hat done by Ricardo Gomez at Soledad Tattoo.
There are also films based on the book, with the most popular being Disney’s animated version from 1951.
Realistic and stylized version of the Red Queen. Done by Alex Moro done in London, UK.“Drink me” done by Efthimis Vrettos in Athens, Greece.Stylized White Rabbit in a teacup done by Luca Testadiferro in Jesi Italy.Sleeping Alice done by Lello Sannino in Italy.
More recent films Alice in wonderland (directed by Tim Burton) and Alice Through the Looking Glass (directed by James Bobin) are also produced by Disney, but take on a much darker theme.
Hyper realistic White Rabbit and his pocket watch done by Ben Kaye at Ship Shape Tattoo, New Zealand.Black and grey Disney’s Mad Hatter done by Fabio Onorini Fronte Del Porto tattoo , in Rome.Neo traditional portrait of Alice done by Mugs Costa in Australia.Blackwork Mad hatter and teacup done by Sigbjørn in Copenhagen.Sketchwork/watercolour Cheshire done by Tania Catclaw.
People in the 1960’s-80’s speculated about what the story was “really” about. Many people thought that it was really a psychedelic trip. Due in large part to the frequent usage of drugs such as LSD and magic mushrooms at this time. Experts usually disagree with this theory though, as Charles isn’t thought to have been a user of recreational drugs.
Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland sleeve done by Brent O’Leary at Blue Collar Tattoo in Plainfield IL.Linework version of the Walrus and the carpenter with their tasty clams. Done by Gina Gila at Riverwest Tattoo Company Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Brilliant black and grey version of the Mad Hatter done by Nick Imms at The Church Tattoo.Queen of Hearts and White Rabbit, also done by Nick Imms.And a third done by Nick Imms.
Popular characters include the Mad Hatter, Cheshire Cat, Red Queen (Queen of Hearts), the March Hare, White Rabbit, the Caterpillar, and many more.
A partial watercolor style March Hare and a lovely cup of tea done by Bruno Corvalan Mission Ink in San Francisco.Neo traditional Red Queen done by Jack Goks at Cloak and Dagger Tattoo in London, UK.Brilliant neo traditional White Rabbit hand piece done by Oash Rodriguez.Hatter’s hat, pocket watch, and painted rose done by Steve LaMantia at Ever After Gallery, Spring Hill, FL.
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