When did you start tattooing?
2004
Do you have any special training?
Tattooing
Tell us about the style of your work?
traditional
What conventions do you usually work?
none
Where did you apprentice?
Zahra's Studio, Beacon NY. Guided mainly by Rich Siburt and Greg Lodato
How did you get into tattooing?
I just worked my ass off for my apprenticeship.
What inspires you as an artist?
I get a bit of a high when a client looks in the mirror and is overjoyed at the sight of their new ink
What tattoo artist do you most admire?
Besides the guys I have had the privilege to work with over the years, Tim Hendrix is one of my favorite tattooers.
Have you tattooed any celebrities?
Before someone gets a tattoo, what advice do you give them?
Just to sit still;]
Is there anyone that you would like to tattoo?
My sons, when they are old enough.
What kind of tattoos do you look forward to doing?
I try to look forward to all of my work. Every day should pose a new challenge and give me an opportunity to progress in my art.
Is there a tattoo that you haven't done yet that you are dying to do?
I am getting a little more into photo realism.