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Happy New Year – Welcome Insider

Hello and Happy New Year!

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I know that is a bit past the sell by date but then I’ve been pretty terrible at this blog yet again but I feel, in some way, that I have some sort of excuse. I’ve been very busy for the last few months setting up my own new private tattoo studio in Leith, Edinburgh which has taken all of my attention and energy but has been totally worth it.

The studio is called and is located at:

Insider Studio,

89 Henderson Street, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 6ED

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The studio is a wonderful, bright, open space with fantastic views along the Shore, it is, as mentioned, a private appointment-only studio accessed through a residential stairway meaning that, although visitors are welcome it is best to contact us first before coming along.

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Here are some photographs of the studio build from start to finish.

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I would very much like to thank Splintr for the interior design concept, Bryden Firth Joinery, MS Flooring, Sorell Furniture, Sean Brown Plumbing and Heating , Ryan O’Malley Electrician and Keith Wood Painting and Decorating for all their hard work and fantastic service – these guys have been brilliant each and every one.

If you want to book in or for anything else please email: info@insidertattoo.com

 

 

Catching Up

So for once I’m keeping on top of this sort of……

I’ve had some fun in Edinburgh and also at my guest spot in Liverpool for which I want to thank Richie and Paul at Forever True Tattoo for being fantastic hosts and gentlemen. I always enjoy my stay at the studio and they make me feel completely welcome and like a part of the crew – cheers guys!

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In Liverpool I did some fun work too and here are some of them.

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Jack who I have been tattooing in Edinburgh came across to Liverpool too. To reiterate – I did not do the triangle/zelda, the strip pattern or the crow which Jack already had and for the life of me I cannot remember the name of the tattooist for which I apologise.

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Liverpool 2015

I am down in Liverpool with Richie Clarke Pdc this week (Thursday 16th, Friday 17th & Saturday 18th April).

There are a couple of spaces left so drop me or Forever True Tattoo a line for bookings.FOREVER

End of a Year

So I’ve rested up over Christmas, got to know my new additions to my family (of the kitten variety) , and am ready to start the new year, which is shaping up pretty well already.

I ended last year with some nice tattoos, thanks to all my customers in Edinburgh, London, Stockholm, Brussels and Evian, hope to see some of you again this year. Here’s some of what I’ve been doing this past month.

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Wolf head all healed up now, just added the geo dotwork and the other arm.

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In progress mandalas going down back.

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Sleeve in progress.

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And here’s the new trouble makers, I’m allowed to be a proud parent just this once.

 

 

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Exciting guest spot announcements coming up….

 

Into You London

 

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I am very pleased to be able to announce that I shall be doing a monthly guest spot at Into You Tattoo in London beginning on 3rd July 2014. I am very grateful to have the opportunity to work at this prestigious studio – if it were not for Into You I probably wouldn’t have been inspired to get into tattooing in the first place.

For bookings please email Blue at the studio: blue@into-you.co.uk

Hope Mandala

I was pleased to be asked to do a commission for Brian Jobson for his hair salon Hope Hairdressing in Dunfermline, Scotland. He asked for a centrepiece to catch the clients eye while they were at the backwash which I was happy to do for him. Here’s the result photo courtesy of Brian.

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Doors Upon Doors

So I have recovered from my op and went to London for a guest spot at Seven Doors which went well with plenty of new and returning customers booking in with me directly. Thanks for having me Jondix and Deno!

I had a nice time in London and whilst there I started discussions for a regular guest spot with one of the UK’s  if not the worlds most seminal and influential tattoo studios – keep your eye’s peeled for announcements! To say I’m excited about this opening door is an understatement.

Anyway here are some of the pieces I was working on:

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Red, Hot & Blue

After a great trip to the States in February, getting more done to my own tattoo by Thomas Hooper in Austin, and a brief guest spot with the awesome 2Spirit Tattoo in San Francisco, I’m finally settling down for a while back in Edinburgh.

I’ve been busy getting started on some bigger projects for the past couple of weeks, along with some fun one shots.

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I’m excited to be back with the old team, but I’ll still be travelling about for guest spots and conventions regularly.

Speaking of which, you can read all about my travelling in this months issue of Total Tattoo Magazine.

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And don’t forget it’s the Scottish Tattoo Convention on the 29th and 30th March, stop by the Red, Hot & Blue booth where I’ll be tattooing in-between catching up with international friends.

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Eurotrash and Style

Quick catch up on the past few weeks in Europe, I’ve been busy tattooing in some great studios, feeling extremely welcome and grateful.

First stop on the trip was Graz at Lightbearer Tattoo, great bunch of folks and some lovely customers in a beautiful city.

Next up was Mystery Tattoo Club in Paris, an inspirational bunch and again a warm reception from the Parisian customers. I got to do some fun stuff here and also my wife was more than happy to discover a gluten-free Patisserie right around the corner which was delicious and sinful I’m sure!

I shall certainly be visiting these great cities in the not too distant future…..

 

 

Brussels Tattoo

I’m working at the show in Brussels this weekend which will hopefully be a blast. I’m fully booked but please come by and say hello. I have the last of my prints for sale and a book full of designs up for grabs……