rec.arts.bodyart: Tattoo FAQ 5/9--Artist List
Stan
Last-modified: September 13, 2000
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The rec.arts.bodyart Tattoo FAQ is broken up into 9 parts:
1/9--Introduction
2/9--Getting a tattoo
3/9--Sanitation
4/9--Conventions
5/9--Artist list <---YOU ARE READING THIS FILE
6/9--Care of new tattoos
7/9--General care/removal
8/9--Misc. info
9/9--Bibliography
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Subject: WHAT THIS FILE CONTAINS
This file is structured as a traditional FAQ in the form of questions
and answers. Questions answered in this file:
Rec.arts.bodyart FAQ Part 5/9: Tattoo artist list
- Who is a good/bad tattoo artist near me?
o Laws on tattooing (primarily in the US)
US States [alphabetical listing]
Canada: British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec
EUROPE/UK: London
EUROPE/POLAND
EUROPE/AUSTRIA
ASIA/Japan
- Where on my body should I get a tattoo?
COPYRIGHT AND DISSEMINATION: Under the Berne Convention, this document
is Copyright (c) 1997 by Lani Teshima-Miller, all rights reserved.
Permission is granted for it to be reproduced electronically on any
system connected to the various networks which make up the Internet,
Usenet, and FidoNet so long as it is reproduced in its entirety,
unedited, and with this copyright notice intact. Web sites are included.
Individual copies may also be printed for personal use.
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Subject: WHO IS A GOOD/BAD TATTOO ARTIST NEAR ME?
The following is a list of artists who are personally reviewed by RAB
readers. I've now pulled all unattributed reviews that were in the FAQ
prior to my taking over the maintenance of. What unattributed reviews
there are left are from people who submitted reviews to me long before I
got my act together.
A posting on this FAQ does *not* constitute approval, and is the
personal opinion of the reviewer. For liability purposes, it is YOUR
responsibility to check out the artist. Because I only accept personal
recommendations, this list is limited to those who are known to people
who read RAB There are many excellent artists who have not made it on
this list yet. Just because an artist is not on this list doesn't mean
they're not recommendable. Consider the reviews in this list along the
lines of a restaurant or movie review--YMMV.
If you do not see any artists from your area, I suggest you read the
previous section of this FAQ on HOW to check out a shop yourself.
Another way to is to ask a person with a nice tattoo, which artist did
the work. This by the way, is always a very nice question to ask and
will often elicit a totally different response from the tattooed person
(since comments usually tend to be things like "Is that real?" "Did it
hurt?"). Asking who the artist was that did the work is a compliment
both to the person and his/her artist.
To submit a review, use the online review form at:
http://www.rabbithole.org/artist-form.html
ANYONE can review an artist for this section. If you like your artist,
get his name out on the Internet by writing a review!
*RIGHT OF REPLY*
Anyone mentioned here in the artist review who feels they have been
misrepresented or who wish a "right of reply" are invited to send email
to me at <st...@cosmo.pasadena.ca.us>. The contents of that email will be
posted in its entirety in its first appearance, and a condensed
version included permanently along with the artist's review.
ALABAMA:
HB 127
1998
Concerning regulation of tattoo and body piercing
http://www.legislature.state.al.us/searchableinstruments/1998%20Regular%20Session/Bills/HB127.htm
HB 324
1998
Concerning regulation of tattoo and body piercing
http://www.legislature.state.al.us/searchableinstruments/1998rs/bills/hb324.htm
ALASKA:
Legislature
http://www.legis.state.ak.us/
ARIZONA:
HB 2345 - 432R
1998
Concerning regulation of branding, scarifying, tattooing, piercing;
prohibits branding, scarifying, tattooing or piercing minors without
parental consent
http://www.azleg.state.az.us/cgi-bin/waisgate?WAISaction=3Dretrieve&WAISdocID=3D685666912+13+0+0
HB 2124
1997
Prohibits tattooing, piercing, branding minors under 14
http://www.azleg.state.az.us/legtext/43leg/1r/summary/s.2124.fs.htm
HB 2488 - 422R
Concerning regulation of tattooing; prohibits tattooing minors
http://www.azleg.state.az.us/legtext/42leg/2r/bills/hb2488p.htm
HB 2513 - 431R
1997
Concerning regulation of tattooing; prohibits tattooing minors
http://www.azleg.state.az.us/legtext/43leg/1r/bills/hb2513p.htm
SB 1102 - 422R
Prohibits tattooing, piercing, branding minors under 14
http://www.azleg.state.az.us/legtext/42leg/2r/bills/sb1102h.htm
"Tattoos Taboo Without Parental Permission"
http://journalism.arizona.edu/cns/cns31.html
ARKANSAS: State Annotated @ 5-27-228 (1993) allows the tattooing of
minors with the written consent of the minor's parent, legal guardian or
legal custodian.
Acts and Bills
Search
http://www.uark.edu/~govninfo/PAGES/WAIS-SEARCH/acts.cgi
CALIFORNIA
AB 99
1997 / Passed
Prohibits piercing minors without parental consent;
prohibits tattooing minors
http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/cgi-bin/postquery?bill_number=3Dab_186&sess=3DCUR&house=3DB
http://www.sen.ca.gov/htbin/ca-billpage/AB/99/gopher_root2:[bill.current.ab.from0000.ab0099]
AB 186
1997 / Passed
Concerning regulation of tattooing and piercing
http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/cgi-bin/postquery?bill_number=3Dab_186&sess=3DCUR&house=3DB
http://www.sen.ca.gov/htbin/ca-billpage/AB/186/gopher_root2:[bill.current.ab=2Efrom0100.ab0186]
http://www.sen.ca.gov/archives/bill/current/AB/FROM0100/AB0186/
http://www.sierranet.net/net/tattoo/186bill.htm
"Under Their skin: A New Law Makes it Tougher for Kids to Have Their
Bodies Pierced for Jewelry" by Bob Sylva, Sacremento Bee
http://www.sacbee.com/news/beetoday/newsroom/scene/010298/scene01.html
California law states professional tattoo artists are not allowed to
tattoo minors who are under the age of 18. Otherwise unregulated.
Bay Area
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222 TATTOO, 222 Eighth Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, 415 255-8222
Rates: $120/hr, $50 min; $25-$50 cash deposit required when making
appt. Cash, credit cards.
Reviewed 11/97 by Art Richards <ari...@silcon.com>
SHOP REVIEW: 2.5 blocks south of Market in industrial neighborhood.
Newly remodeled, spacious, bright, airy, clean, pleasant, a lot of
artwork & plants. Excellent sound system and good CD collection. Makes
every other shop I've been to look like a hole in the wall.
ARTIST REVIEW--EDDIE DEUTSCH: World-class custom artist, formerly of Ed
Hardy's Tattoo City. Honed his art by working with many well-known
names. Easy chairside manner. Works mainly freehand, fantastic color
sense; very fast, takes few breaks hence probably less expensive than
artists charging less. Tattooing for 10 years. Booked at least a month
ahead.
TEMPLE TATTOO, 384-17th Street, Oakland, 94612 Ph: 510-451-6423
$100/hr, cash only.
Reviewed 6/2000 by Bob Fickling <r...@tsoft.com>
SHOP REVIEW: The shop is located in one of the better downtown areas
of Oakland. Lots of metered and lot parking. The shop is clean,
well-lit and large.The artists are nice and friendly. Plus, they do
great work!
ARTIST REVIEW--Freddy Corbin: Fred Corbin's nickname is "Mr. Nice Guy"
what else can I say? He started tattooing over ten years ago at Erno's
in San Francisco and later worked at Ed Hardy's shop. He has tattooed
all around the world and is know worldwide for excellent work.
TATTOO CITY, 722 Columbus Ave, SF, CA 94133 415/433-9437
Cost: $125/hr, cash/credit cards.
Shop reviewer: Karl Elvis MacRae <bat...@cisco.com>.
SHOP REVIEW: The best in shop in SF (Actually, without a doubt the best
in the state; possibly the best in the country). Owned by Ed Hardy; the
guys who work there are simply great. You cannot go wrong with them.
ARTIST REVIEW--UPDATE AS OF 9/25/95, with new information provided by
Francesca Passalacqua <hma...@lava.net>, Hardy's wife.
NALLA <elp...@ix.netcom.com>: Blackwork; excellent artist. Also
knowledgeable about piercings, "a young guy from New York."
IGOR MORTIS: A great tattooer from Holland. UPDATE AS OF 97: Igor
is now working out of a Black Cat Tattoo in Kailua, Hawaii (on Oahu).
COLIN STEVENS: A young American who was raised in Japan. He's more
comfortable in Japanese than in English, but his English is nearly
perfect. His design sense is clearly Japanese. He is an amazing
artist, doing Japanese-style work.
Review 11/96 by Michael VanDercreek <Mic...@almcepud.vip.best.com>:
SHOP REVIEW: Flash from many styles adorn the walls of this medium-sized
tattoo parlor. Wide variety of music enjoyed by the even wider variety
of customers. Walk-ins accepted as possible but reservations highly
recommended as this is very busy shop with well known artists. It is
obvious that sanitation is a high priority here.
ARTIST REVIEW--NALLA SMITH: Fine-art illustration (SF/fantasy, anime,
comic book, gothic tribalism, nouveau design), undeniably first rate.
Portfolio shows mastery of many popular styles but more importantly also
show he has perfected own style. Chair-side manner friendly and caring
without sacrificing attention paid to artwork. True artist and will work
with you to achieve the perfect piece.
SPIDER MURPHY'S, 939 Tamalphis St, San Rafael CA 415-460-6979
Reviewed 6/2000 by Bob Fickling <r...@tsoft.com>
Shop Review: A small, clean shop in a good neighborhood with easy to
find metered parking.
Artist Review -- Theo Mindell: Theo Mindell does great tattoos, enjoys
tattooing and has good manners. Another "nice guy". Theo tattooed a
large snake in water covering upper, inner arm. Also giant butterfly
on shoulder. Both tattoos look great and get lots of compliments,
especially from tattoo artists.
Sacramento
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LIBERTY TATTOO, 4544 Auburn Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95814. Ph:
916/977-3977 $100/hour, cash and credit cards
Reviewed 5/96 by: Carin Kimble <carin....@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu>
SHOP REVIEW: The shop is spotless. Bill's work area is in the open, but
there are two other rooms with more privacy for the shy. Both the
neighborhood and the other artists are fairly nice.
ARTIST REVIEW--BILL LIBERTY: Nine-time award winner, in the business for
years. Has great chairside manner and work is incredible. My piece is
beautifully done, colorful and unique. People stop me daily to ask where
I got it done. I have had work done by others, but I'll never go back to
them after having gotten work from Bill.
Reviewed 2/99 by Pam Mann <pammy...@aol.com>
ARTIST REVIEW--BILL LIBERTY: Bill not only does outstanding work, his
chairside manner can't be beat. I gave him a computer-generated
picture which he drew up and improved upon. My friend and I both got
the same tat. This man is truly an artist - I have many other tats
from different artists, but I'll never go to anyone other than Bill
for future work.
Santa Cruz
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Staircase Tattoo and Body Piercing, 628 Ocean Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
831-425-7644
http://www.staircasetattoo.com
Reviewed 12/99 by Barry Blanchard <ba...@anatometal.com>
SHOP REVIEW: There are two male tattooists, 4 female. One of the
cleanest shops I have ever seen. All the tattooists have won awards
for various work at tattoo conventions. The studio has also won "Best
Tattoo Shop in Santa Cruz" every year in the local paper. The have
four autoclaves, a clean room, a bio-hazard room, and sinks at every
station. James McDermott has the only studio in this town that
conforms to all areas of our new tattoo and body piercing sterility
laws. I would not go anywhere else.
Santa Rosa
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INKY CELLS TATTOO COMPANY, 821 Santa Rosa Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707) 569-9525. Cost: $50 minimum for custom work, cash only.
Reviewed 3/97 by Sharron Darnell <black...@juno.com>.
SHOP REVIEW: Tiny, but immaculate & well organized. Located on a busy
street in a dicey but colorful neighborhood. No privacy - shop is too
small. Homey atmosphere, like being in your own living room.
ARTIST REVIEW--DANA TYRRELL: 6+ years experience. Very friendly, with an
almost maternal chairside manner. Will not tattoo hate messages
(swastikas, etc). Amazing portfolio!
Monkey Wrench Tattoo, 1700 Mendocino Ave., Santa Rosa, CA
707-575-0610 http://www.monkeywrenchtattoo.com/
Reviewed 12/98 by Stephanie Davis <troll...@hotmail.com>
SHOP REVIEW: Cool! Super clean, was a doctor's office so it has a
large waiting room. Has a piercing shop too (Loops N Pierces) and
they're great too. Each artist has his own room to work in so it's
really individualized. Good music too. Joe and Sim are often featured
in major tattoo mags.
ARTIST REVIEW: Joe Leonard: He is very nice and easy going.He was
willing to help me with concepts. I had him do the coverup at the
Tattoos and Blues show in Santa Rosa. He is awesome with color and did
a great job with my sun!
ARTIST REVIEW: Sim: So far we've met to cover the concept and go over
my ideas. He drew the design in a day (some sort of record!) and I
went by to check it out. Spectacular! These guys are real artists and
you can tell when they're into a design. Sim has a really easy going
manner... I go in 12/15/98 for the outline (estimated time 3-4 hours)
and then back at intervals for the color.
Central Valley
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Tattoo Time, 1680 Yosemite Pkwy, Merced
Ph: (209) 388-1067
Reviewed 3/98 by Dragon Don Sewell <wo...@a1pro.net>
Shop Review: The shop is located on the south side of Merced on your
way to Yosemite. The shop is clean comfortable and profeshional. There
is a very large selection of flash and jewelry to choose from.
Artist Review--Dammit Dave Climer: Dammit Dave is probably the finest
flash tattooist I have seen. I have been to many shops and conventions
and still travel over 500 miles for my body work. He is a member of
NTA.APT.APC. and the APP. He has been tattooing for about
13yrs. 5yrs. in his own shop. He has been piercing for about 4yrs.
Greater Los Angeles
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OUTER LIMITS, 3024 W Ball Rd (@ Beach), Anaheim, CA 92804 714/761-8288.
Also a shop in Orange.
http://www.karibarba.com
Reviewer: Tim Lu <t...@sunstroke.sdsu.edu>
SHOP REVIEW: Shop wall is covered with awards. Nice front reception
area; work area behind reception counter. Not too much privacy--
individual work areas not divided.
ARTIST REVIEW--KARI BARBA: Extremely well-known for her work w/ nature &
wildlife. Style reminiscent of a watercolor-like quality, which sets her
apart from many other artists.
PECKER WOODS TATTOO, 16501 P.C.H., Sunset Beach, CA 90742, 310-592-3715
Rates: $125/hr, cash.
Reviewed 3/97 by William Carl Endsley <nst...@ucla.edu>
SHOP REVIEW: Very clean shop; hospital sterilization & equipment (e.g.
gurney, arm rest, cleaning solution). Half block from beach in very nice
environment. Easy to find on Coast Hwy. Moderate privacy depending on
area of tattoo. White tiled floor provides operating-room effect. Ample
sunlight through windows while keeping privacy.
ARTIST REVIEW--TROY HARLESS: Originally from Whittier, CA, tattooing
professionally for 8 years. His creativity and passion for the art is
reflected in his custom free-hand designs. His personality makes you
feel at ease, satisfied, yet wanting more.
San Diego
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AVALON TATTOOS, 1035 Garnet Ave, San Diego, 92109 (Pacific Beach)
619/274-7635. Email: kel...@aol.com. Needles autoclaved, new ink for
each new client. Hours: Noon-8pm. Appts preferred; walk-ins on Sat
only. Cash only. Privacy ensured.
Update: 6/98 from mike <maq...@ufowatcher.com>
Avalon now has a 2nd store opened in San Diego , at 3039 Adams Avenue ,
San Diego Ca. 92104 ph # 619*280*1957 ! It is run by Fip Buchanan.
Update: 10/98 from Mike Stobbe <maq...@home.com>
Juan and Steve no longer work with us, and we have opened a new shop also.
Reviewer: Lani Teshima-Miller <la...@lava.net> former FAQ maintainer
ARTIST REVIEW--PATTI KELLEY: Specializes in bright color work. Award
winner, booked a few months ahead.
FIP BUCHANAN: Graffiti art.
RANDY: Comic book art-style.
MIKE STOBBE
Santa Barbara
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TATTOO SANTA BARBARA, 318 State St at Hwy 1,Santa Barbara, CA 93101
phone 805/962-7552; fax 805/962-1412. Email: <pat...@luckyfish.net>
http://www.luckyfish.net
Open every day 1-6PM PST
Cash, Visa/MC, AMEX, ATM cards.
Shop Review #1 by Thom Wade <crest...@aol.com>: Bright, airy shop a
few blocks from pier with most hygienic setup I've ever seen. Work area
separated from walk-ins by a counter. Lots of visual art (hanging fans,
fish, visions of Ireland) in addition to tattoo art. Vast collection of
tattoo art and ideas.
Shop Review #2 4/96 by Sean Corfield <se...@ocsltd.com>: Excellent
sterile conditions despite a wonderfully cluttered shop with great guard
dog. Plenty of things hanging from the ceiling to keep the eyes occupied
while being worked on. Lots of soothing music, celtic, new age whatever.
Work area only separated from walk-in area by a counter but still
reasonably private.
Artist Review #1 by Thomas Wade: Pat Fish (owner): Specializes in Celtic
design. Tattooing 10+ years (after UCSB degree). Executes amazing
artistic visions on skin. Honest, direct and professional in every
aspect of her tattooing, making each customer feel his/her work is
important. With an artist's feel for what will look best, she guides
customers to art that looks and wears well.
Artist Review #2 by Aaron Remick <rem...@csulb.edu>: Pat is a very frank
and honest sort who really takes a lot of pride in her work, from design
through the finished tattoo. She was very helpful in working out tattoo
design, particularly relating to her knowledge of the Celtic style,
which is extensive.
Artist Review #3 by Sean Corfield <se...@ocsltd.com> 4/96: Pat is a
fiercely independent, outspoken woman who doesn't suffer fools gladly.
Taught initially by Cliff Raven, she has built up over 10 years of
experience running her own shop. She takes great pride in her work and
is very patient while dealing with placement and customisation of the
design. Her knowledge of Celtic art and culture is extensive and she has
a real passion for it.
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COLORADO
Legislature
http://www.state.co.us/gov_dir/stateleg.html
Boulder
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BOLDER INK, 2735 Iris Ave., Suite A, Boulder CO 80304, (303) 444-7380
$100/hour shop rate for custom work, cash and credit cards, including
Visa, MC and Discover.
Reviewed by S. "Elusis" Thomas <elu...@dreamscape.com>.
SHOP REVIEW: Clean, comfortable, *very* friendly. Each artist has own
private booth area. Jennifer's is right in front w/ glass windows around
the top, but I doesn't feel too exposed. Safety/hygiene credentials and
workshop certifications displayed prominently. Portfolios for each
artist available out front: all quite impressive.
ARTIST REVIEW--JENNIFER was extremely friendly during our consultation,
enthusiastic about my choice of subject. She took the sketches and
pictures I brought in and did her own drawing from them over the next
week. I was especially pleased with her color work and the detail of her
shading. I understand that she's leaving Boulder at the end of August to
open a shop in Portland, OR.
Reviewed 4/98 by Anna Bunce <bun...@ucsu.colorado.edu>
Shop Review: Autoclave, of course. Lance explains all sterilization,
and is aware of cross-contamination. He has been working with the
Health Dept. to develop a code for tattooists and piercers. Shop is
very clean, in a sort-of upscale mini mall. All 4 artists have their
own rooms off the reception area, so privacy is not a problem. No
smoking in the shop.
Artist Review--Lance Talon: Lance has a BFA from San Fran Art
Institute. Member APP/APT. Very polite and considerate. A cool guy
who also happens to be a great artist.
Reviewed 1/99 by Stephanie Deter <st...@frii.com>
Shop Review: The shop is in North Boulder, a nice area of town. The
shop itself is friendly and comfortable. The whole place was very
clean. Each artist has a separate room, and for work such as mine,
requiring me to take my shirt off, there are blinds to be drawn and
the door can be shut.
Artist Review--Lance Talon: Lance has a great chairside manner that
put me right at ease. He did an ear piercing for me some months ago,
and his professionalism and attention to cleanliness made me more than
comfortable returning to him for my tattoo. His portfolio shows some
impressive large pieces with fine detail in a wide variety of
styles. I'll definitely return to him for any further tattoos.
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CONNECTICUT: Connecticut General Statutes 53-41 (1991) makes it illegal
to tattoo minors under the age of 18 without parental consent. Otherwise
unregulated.
Public Act 94-105
HB5388
1994 / Repealed
Prohibits tattooing
http://www.cga.state.ct.us/ps94/cbs/H/HB-5388.htm
http://www.cga.state.ct.us/ps94/act/pa/pa%2D0105.htm
New draft regulations 3/2000:
http://www.hartfordhealth.com/tattoo.htm
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DELAWARE:
HB 93
1997
Prohibits piercing, tattooing, and branding minors without parental
consent
http://www.state.de.us/govern/agencies/legis/lis/139/bills/95428.htm
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DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA:
DC does not have a city government webpage.
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FLORIDA
1997 Statutes
877.04
Prohibits tattooing except by a person licensed to practice medicine or
dentistry
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/citizen/documents/statutes/1997/ch0877/e04%5F%5F%5F.htm
HB 0069
1997
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/session/1998/house/bills/billtext/html/billtext/hb0069.html
HB o69c1
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/session/1998/house/bills/billtext/html/billtext/hb0069c1.html
HB 0069c2
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/session/1998/house/bills/billtext/html/billtext/hb0069c2.html
HB 1899
1996 / Dead
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/session/1996/house/bills/billtext/html/billtext/hb1899.html
HB 1899c1
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/session/1996/house/bills/billtext/html/billtext/hb1899c1.html
HB 1899e1
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/session/1996/house/bills/billtext/html/billtext/hb1899e1.html
SB 1982
1996 / Dead
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/session/1996/senate/bills/billinfo/html/s1982.html
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/session/1996/senate/bills/billtext/html/billtext/sb1982.html
S606
Concerning regulation of body piercing
1997 / Dead
http://www.house.state.fl.us/session/1997/Senate/bills/billinfo/html/SB0606.html
http://www.scri.fsu.edu/fla-leg/bills/senate-1997/sb0606.html
"Tattoo Parlor Makes Unwelcome Mark on Downtown Orlando Business District"
by Jill Krueger, Orlando Business Journal
http://search.amcity.com/orlando/stories/033197/story4.html
Serenity Body Modifications, 11502 N. Nebraska Ave. Suite 105, Tampa
Ph: (813) 971-5312
http://www.geocities.com/Eureka/Enterprises/4799/serenity.html
Reviewed 8/2000 by Deborah Chance <dcha...@tampaybay.rr.com>
Shop Review: The shop is located in a small 'strip' shopping
center. Shop is neat and clean, nice music playing.There is a
comfortable waiting area.Skip tattoos in a small private room, there
is another room for tattooing, also. There is a poster hanging in
Skip's room, decribing sanitation procedures.
Artist Review--Skip Sampson: Skip made me feel at ease, even though it
was my first tattoo. He spent 3 1/2 years at McKenzie's Forever Ink as
Mgr./artist, and 2 years at Blue Devil Tattoo Gallery in Ybor
City. Does custom work, not just flash.
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GEORGIA: Official Code of Georgia Annotated @ 16-5-71 (1993) states that
it is illegal to tattoo a person under the age of 18. Violators are
guilty of a misdemeanor. Also, OCGA @ 16-12-5 states that it is illegal
to tattoo within one inch of an eye socket. Otherwise unregulated.
http://www.law.emory.edu/GEORGIA/
Subtle Strokes Tattoo Studio, 4145 Houston Avenue, Macon
Ph: 912-785-1888
Reviewed 2/98 by Allison Altman <alik...@hotmail.com>
Shop Review: Subtle Strokes is one of the cleanest tattoo studios I've
ever been in. There is plenty of privacy where the actual work is
done. It has a large waiting area and tons of flash!There are two
artists: John & Lil' Rat.
Artist Review--Lil' Rat: Lil' Rat is very professional when he's
working. He has a good chairside manner. He has been tattooing since
1981, and he first worked for Sailor (Bill Kingsworth.)
Ivory Tower Tattoo & Body Piercing Emporum, 406 Fair Road Suite #9,
Statesboro Ph: 912-764-5048
Reviewed 8/99 by April Greene <aldg...@yahoo.com>
Shop Review: The shop is located conviently near the center of town
in a small shopping center. They are open 7 days a week from 12am to
12pm. Its better to get an appoitment, he is quite busy. Inside the
shop is spotless. Everyone who works there is eager to help and they
put you at ease, kinda make you feel at home. All of the equipment is
sanitized and Gentleman Ross wears gloves the entire time. He has a
private room for tattooing and a separate room for piercing. You could
not ask for a cleaner shop or nicer people.
Artist Review--Ross Craven: Gentleman Ross has been tattooing for
about 3 years. I was the second person he did a portrait on and my
husband was the first! I literally have had people stop me on the
street to see this tattoo up close(its on my thigh)! He has a
tendency to be quiet when he works-concentration ya know! But he is a
very knowledgable person who knows his trade and can explain anything
you ask him...I asked a lot of questions! He answered them all and
put me at complete ease. My first experience will not be my last,
thanks to Ross!
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HAWAII
Legislature
http://www.hawaii.gov/icsd/leg/leg.html
Honolulu Star-Bulletin Local News
http://starbulletin.com/96/03/19/editorial/editorial1.html
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IDAHO--Tattooing laws: Nonexistent and unregulated.
HB 713
1998 / Active
Concerning regulation of tattooing, piercing, permanent cosmetics
http://www.idwr.state.id.us/oasis/H0713.html
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ILLINOIS: Illinois Compiled Statutes Annotated @ 16-5-71 (1993):
Professional tattoo artists are not allowed to tattoo minors under the
age of *21*. Violations are considered a Class C misdemeanor. Otherwise
unregulated.
Legislature
http://www.state.il.us/legis/
Department of Public Health
http://www.idph.state.il.us/
"Parents Pleased Senate Passes Tattoo Consent Bill"
http://data.detnews.com/menu/stories/39741.htm
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INDIANA:
1997 State Code
IC 16-19-3-4.1
Concerning regulation of tattooing
http://www.ai.org/legislative/ic/97/title16/ar19/ch3.html
1997 State Code
IC 35-42-2-7
Prohibits tattooing of minors without parental consent
http://www.ai.org/legislative/ic/97/title35/ar42/ch2.html
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IOWA
HF 2251
Concerning regulation of body piercing
1998 / Active
http://www2.legis.state.ia.us/GA/77GA/Legislation/HF/02200/HF02251/Current.html
"Body Piercers Like Iowa House Action Setting Age Limit"
http://www.gazetteonline.com/ialegis/1998/other/98ot106.htm
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KANSAS
H 2609
1998
Concerning practices regulated by the Board of Cosmetology
http://www.ink.org/stidx/2609.html
H 2720
1998
Concerning practices regulated by the Board of Cosmetology
http://www.ink.org/stidx/2720.html
H 2910
1998
Concerning regulation of permanent color technology, tattooing and
body piercing
http://www.ink.org/stidx/2910.html
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KENTUCKY:
Legislature
http://www.lrc.state.ky.us/
Tattoo Charlie's, New Circle Road, NE, Lexington, KY 40505
859-254-2174
Reviewed 8/2000 by Shawn Bowen <shawn...@lrc.state.ky.us>
Shop Review: Shop was clean and sanitary. Stu described sterilization
procedures, wore gloves while working, cleaned and shaved my arm.
Artist Review - Stu: My tattoo came out really good. The lines were
straight and fine just as I wanted them. He was able to center another
design over the chinese zodiac symbols perfectly. Friendly and
courteous, did not rush the job. I would highly recommend him.
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LOUISIANA: Louisiana Revised Statutes 14:93.2 (1992) states that
tattooing minors under 18 is legal only with the consent of a parent.
Violators are fined $100 to $500. Otherwise unregulated.
SB 940
1997
Prohibits tattooing or piercing minors without parental consent
http://www.state.la.us/gov/allbills.htm
New Orleans
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ELECTRIC EXPRESSIONS, 2327 Veterans Blvd. Ste B, Kenner, LA
70062. (504) 464-0053. Appointments preferred. $100/hr. Cash only
Reviewer: Douglas Pugh <hes...@mailhost.tcs.tulane.edu>
SHOP REVIEW: Shop was very clean and well lit. Sanitary. Autoclaves. New
needles. 3 artists working when I was there. Some groupies hanging
around, but nothing too bad. Friendly to inexperienced people like
myself. Very non-intimidating. Curtains available for privacy.
Artist review #1 by Douglas--English Craig: I can only provide my
impressions as a person getting their first tattoo. Very nice, willing
to work with you if inexperienced. Explained everything he was doing.
Took his time. He has done work on myself and 4 of my friends, all
small, original pieces, and everyone was satisfied.
Artist review #2 by Lani Teshima-Miller <la...@lava.net> FAQ Maintainer
Henri: Considered one of the better artists in N'Awlins area,
personally recommended by Elayne Binnie (Rings of Desire below). We
visited this shop looking to get some work done, was told Henri lived
next door to the shop. We never got any work because Henri, knowing we
were there, made us wait for over an hour while he "took a shower"
(according to his apprentice). I looked at his flash--the work was
good--however I personally am not willing to patronize businesses that
think they can keep potential customers waiting in the lobby (he
could've easily let his apprentice tell us to come back in 2 hours).
Reviewed 3/97 by Cynthia Higginbotham <cyhi...@pipeline.com>:
SHOP REVIEW: Upstairs in small commercial building behind strip mall on
Metairie thoroughfare. Clean, well-lit; lots of flash
in front, portfolios on table. Work done in open area behind counter, s
creened area/separate room available. Clean bathroom in back of shop.
Artists wear gloves, have autoclave, stuff taken out of autoclave
packages when ready to use.
ARTIST REVIEW--MIKE VOLENTINE: Soft-spoken, polite, likes doing large
custom pieces of fantasy art. Patient in working thru numerous
revisions. Excellent artist. Technically adept and skilled in
color/shading. Thoroughly reviewed aftercare instructions, gave me a
copy. Very concerned that I follow thru with aftercare for proper
healing.
ARTIST REVIEW-MISHA: Well, not really a review, but RABbit Misha is
now tattooing at Electric Expressions. She can be reached at
tod...@communique.net
RINGS OF DESIRE, 1128 Decatur St. 2nd fl, New Orleans, LA 70116 Above
"Boomerang" (leather shop), 504/524-6147. Email: ebi...@aol.com
Reviewer: Lani Teshima-Miller <la...@lava.net> FAQ maintainer
This is a body piercing shop--tattoos are *NOT* done here. However the
shop owner, Elayne "Angel" Binnie, is the subject of a poster that
shows a tattoo of wings on her back--she also has her entire legs
covered with multi-hued fish scales, done by Juli Moon, that is a true
marvel to behold. If you're down in the French Quarter, visit her shop
just to say "Hi!", gawk at her tattoos and marvel at a true role model
in our bodyart world. She's off Mondays & Tuesdays. (Afterwards, go get
either a muffelata at nearby Central Grocery, or a "debris sandwich" at
Mother's and have cafe au lait & beignets at Cafe du Monde.)
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MAINE:
State Statutes
Title 32 Chapter 63: Tattoo Artists
1997
http://janus.state.me.us/legis/statutes/32/titl1284.htm#E43E63
State Statutes
Title 32 Chapter 64: Body Piercing
1997
http://janus.state.me.us/legis/statutes/32/titl1303.htm#E43E65
"Rules Relating to the Practice of Micropigmentation and Body Piercing"
Rule-Making Notice
September 24, 1997
http://www.state.me.us/sos/cec/rcn/apa/notices/092497.htm
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MARYLAND: Tattooing laws: unregulated.
HB 386
Concerning regulation of tattoo artists and body piercing artists
1997 / Dead
http://mlis.state.md.us/1997rs/billfile/hb0386.htm
SB 284
Concerning regulation of tattoo artists and body piercing artists
1997 / Dead
http://mlis.state.md.us/1997rs/billfile/sb0284.htm
"Maryland Health Department Announces Health and Safty Requirements for
Tattooing and Body Piercing"
http://www.charm.net/~epi9/news26.htm
Ambrotos Tattoo, 40 Bonifant Street, Silver Spring
301-585-8004
Reviewed 05/2000 by Sara Mitchell <sa...@wam.umd.edu>
Shop Review: Ambrotos Tattoo is in the shopfront formerly occupied by
Fattyz Custom Tattoos. The shop is clean and tastefully decorated,
located in the older area of Silver Spring only blocks from a Metro
station and many fine ethnic restaurants. The surrounding area is one
of the few places where I feel comfortable walking around alone after
dark. Inside the studio, the individual cubicles are comfortable and
well-decorated with many things to look at while you are being
tattooed. Body piercing is also offered in the studio. The shop has
an autoclave and does not reuse needles. Each artist cubicle is
private.
Artist Review - Mike Smith: Mike Smith is an experienced and talented
artist, on and off of skin. He's had a few years out on his own after
apprenticing, and really impressed me with his artistry and technical
skill. When given a very rough drawing of the desired outcome, he
worked with me for a long time to achieve the design I envisioned.
Most of the embellishments that I love the most about my pieces were
his ideas. I feel comfortable placing some artistic license into
Mike's skilled hands. Mike is a quiet guy while he's working, but
that really didn't bother me. Mike specializes in thick black
outlines and rich shading, very much in the traditional style, and his
best pieces are definitely of timeless images such as swallows, stars,
hearts, pinup girls, and other ones which have been popular for
decades.
DRAGON MOON TATTOO STUDIO, 208 N Crain Hwy, Glen Burnie, 21061;
410 768 6471. Rates: $100/hr. Cash or credit card, deposit required for
custom work.
Reviewed by Shayna Steinger <SSte...@osfms1.hq.nasa.gov>
SHOP REVIEW: A very pleasant place to get inked. Hyper-conscious about
safety and hygiene. All needles are autoclaved and all ink wells are
disposable. Tattoos are administered in a seperate room from the
reception area and in private divided rooms.
ARTIST REVIEW--MICK BEASLEY: Specializes in fine line. President of the
Alliance of Professional Tattooists and famous for her work. You have
her undivided attention and time the moment she begins. Insists time is
not an issue, will discuss designs in detail. We had a great rapport and
I felt confident about her work because her talent was so obvious and
she was so concerned that I be happy with the final product.
Reviewed 1/97 by Deborah Fleming <dfle...@iname.com>
SHOP REVIEW: Pleasant environment, workspace separate from waiting area.
Very good sanitation: my only complaint in fact was that the friend I
brought for moral support was not allowed back in the work area for
sanitary reasons (only artists and clients). Therefore very private as
well--workspace partitioned.
ARTIST REVIEW--CHRIS/PEE WEE: Friendly, offered good advice, willing to
let me chatter. Did beautiful job on knotwork, good shading. Let me look
at the progress (tat on my back, so involved stopping and giving me
mirror. Very encouraging when he found out this was first tattoo. Don't
remember his training, but he works for Mick Beasley, so I assume it was
pretty good.
GREAT SOUTHERN TATTOO CO., 9403 Baltimore Blvd. (Rt 1), College Park, MD
20740. 301/474-8820. Right off the Washington Beltway (495), right up
the street from the Univ. of Maryland College Park Campus.
Reviewer: Kristen Herzog <khe...@skidmore.edu>
SHOP REVIEW: Operated by a family (Charley, Sandy, and Dee Parsons);
very relaxed atmosphere. Also done some of the best work I've seen in
the area.
Artist review #2 by Stan Schwarz <st...@cosmo.pasadena.ca.us>: I had some work
done by Dee at the Houston convention (Summer '94). I found her to be
very pleasant to work with, and she did a nice job.
Artist/Shop review #3 by Andy Dwyer <adw...@mason1.gmu.edu>:
Charley estimated one price, & upped it halfway through. I'd only
gotten from the cash machine what he quoted, and didn't intend to pay
more than the original quote, so the work stopped unfinished. I
suppose it might have been my fault for not getting pissed about it
then. In talking to people about their experiences, they seem to
divide along gender lines. Those who were happy w/ the work were
women, while those unhappy were men. I've heard more than one of them
give the impression that the difference in service might be attributed
to being the only close option in a college town, and not needing to
do a high quality job for the typical frat guy client."
Artist/Shop Review #4 05/2000 by Markeeda Guest <msk...@aol.com>
SHOP REVIEW: Nice neighborhood, the rooms were private, but small.
Provided candy, and other snacks while performing the tatooo.
Charley did great work!! His personality was great, he told jokes,
stories, and whatever else to keep the atmosphere light. He was
helpful in keeping my mind OFF of the pain:)
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MASSACHUSETTS: * BANNED * BANNED * BANNED * BANNED * BANNED * BANNED *
Tattooing is illegal. Violators are fined with up to $300 and one year
in jail.
Laws
Chapter 265: Section 34
Prohibits tattooing by other than qualified physician
http://www.magnet.state.ma.us/legis/laws/mgl/265%2D34.htm
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MICHIGAN--Tattooing laws: unregulated.
HB 4475
Concerning regulation of tattooing, body piercing, branding
1997
http://www.michiganlegislature.org/pdf/house.bills.intro/4475hhhh.pdf
"Tattoos, Body Piercing Could be Regulated"
By Amber Lacroix, Capital News Service
http://ja.mlive.com/cns/19980227tattoo.html
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MINNESOTA--Tattooing laws: unregulated.
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MISSISSIPPI
http://www.sos.state.ms.us/mscode/73/61/1.htm
http://www.sos.state.ms.us/mscode/69/29/103.htm
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MISSOURI
HB0998
Concerning regulation of body piercing, tattooing, and branding
1998
http://www.house.state.mo.us/bills98/fiscal98/2463-01N.ORG
http://www.house.state.mo.us/bills98/bills98/HB998.htm
"Children Will Need Parental Consent for Tattooing"
http://www.mdn.org/1997/STORIES/TATTTOO.HTM
"House Proposal Would Put Bite in Tattoo Rules"
Hannibal Courier-Post
January 8, 1998
http://home.topeka.net/~hannibal/stories/010898/tattoo.html
"Getting Tattooed Will Become More Difficult for Minors"
by Tammy Spicer
http://www.mssc.edu/chart/chrt0306/sptat.htm
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MONTANA
State Code
45-5-623
Prohibits tattooing of minors without parental consent
50-2-116
Concerning regulation of tattooing
http://www.state.mt.us/leg/branch/laws.htm
HB411
Prohibits tattooing minors without parental consent
1997 / Passed
ftp://161.7.114.15/HTM/HB0411.htm
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NEBRASKA
Legislative Bill Search
http://www.unicam.state.ne.us/ssindex.htm
LB 1166 / AM 4347
Prohibits tattooing and piercing minors without parental consent
1997
http://unicam2.lcs.state.ne.us/pdf/ibill-ps/out/LB1166.pdf
http://unicam2.lcs.state.ne.us/pdf/amend-ps/out/AM4347.pdf
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NEVADA
Nevada Law
Administrative Code
Chapter 441A Section 285
Use of precautions in managing bodily fluids in certain facilities
http://www.leg.state.nv.us/law1.htm
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NEW HAMPSHIRE: Tattooing of minors is illegal (considered "endangering
the welfare of a child"). Otherwise unregulated.
HB 1377
1996
http://199.92.250.11:80/gencourt/bills/oldbills/96hbills/hb1377.htm
HB 1473
1996
http://199.92.250.11:80/gencourt/bills/oldbills/96hbills/hb1473.htm
Department of Health and Human Services
Licensing: Tattoo Practitioners
http://199.92.250.11:80/dhhs/ops/opslar.htm
http://webster.state.nh.us/soiccnh/tattoop.htm
Scorpion Tattooing, Hillside Plaza RT28, Derry
Ph: 603-434-4798 http://www.hometown.aol.com/scorpiontatu
Reviewed 2/98 by Maria Van Amburgh <maria...@aol.com>
Shop Review: Very clean shop. I felt like i was in a doctor's
office..everything was pure white. No smoking in the shop. No
food. Had plenty of flash and showed custom work from portfolio. Total
privacy on getting tattooed. Complete sterile conditions. Located in
mini mall. Plenty of parking, handicapped accessible.
Artist Review--Mark Hesse (owner): Mark Hesse was a really nice
man. Very easy to talked to, and listened to what i had to
say. Explained everything very professionally. He took his time doing
the tattoo, even though there was a waiting line, I will not go
anywhere else for my tattoo.
Reviewed 4/2000 by Nadeen Belliveau <lucky...@aol.com>
Shop Review: Clean and bright shop with nothing to hide. Private area
for tattooing. Mark explain sanitation procedures to me which made me
feel at ease (My first tattoo). Shop is located off busy road Rt28 in
strip mall. This shop does walk-ins..so if there is a wait you just
put your name up on the board and go visit or eat at other shops in
the mall.
Artist Review--Mark Hesse: Mark has a great personality. He told me
that all his work is guarantee and please to come back when tattoo is
healed. I highly recommended this shop cause you won't be
disappointed.
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NEW JERSEY
Legislature
http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/
A710
Tattooing & Body Piercing Practice Act
1998
A1621
Prohibits body piercing and tattooing minors without parental consent
1998
AB 2546
Concerning regulation of body piercing and tattooing
1997
New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners
Agenda of January 8 1997
Legislative Review AB 2546
http://www.eyecare.org/legal/njbme/ba970108.html
"Legislation that would regulate sanitary conditions body piercing and
tattoo parlors"
New Jersey Newswatch
http://www.jerseynews.com/Coaster/Stories/CnFronNW.htm
"Senate Sends Governor Bill to Regulate Tattoos, Piercing"
By Bruno Tedeschi, The Record December 16, 1997
http://www.bergen.com/region/tattobt9712162.htm
LAST RITES TATTOO 201/402-2380. "Dark Images by Paul Booth"
You may be familiar with Paul Booth's black & grey work depicting gory
images of sacriligious objects. Although he'sonly been in the business
a few years, he seems to have exploded in infamy for his striking
images, aided in part bythe incredible work he's done on his rather
photogenic girlfriend, Barbara Valverde. The following recommendation
by Reviewer: Deborah Lynn De Graw <dg...@cwis.unomaha.edu>:
I have many tattoos by Paul Booth that I dearly love. I realize his
reputation of gruesome work may put off some people. While he usually
won't do colorwork, he's always been very willing and flexible for me
because he says it shows people he can do it. I was more than pleased
with my back piece, which has kept its color very well. He's sensitive
to my need for balance (symmetry) without my having to say so. He an
intelligent, superb artist who can take anything I give him and turn
it into the most beautiful piece of art. I feel extrememly lucky to
have found him before he became so popular. He's honest and always
careful about keeping everything sterile and safe!
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NEW MEXICO:
Legislature
http://legis.state.nm.us/
Bill's Wild West Tattoo Shop
711 Alarid Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501 (505) 982-9421
Reviewed 6/98 by Anne Ruisi <date...@sprynet.com>
SHOP REVIEW: The shop looked immaculately clean, and there was obvious
regard to sanitation procedures being followed right in front of
me. Lots of flash art, neatly organized into large flip racks on the
wall were available to browse. The shop is right off the main roads in
Santa Fe, yet in a nice private alcove of the street.
ARTIST REVIEW--Mark: Mark told me he had no formal artistic training,
but spent most of his life drawing and watching other tattoo artists
and he's been working with Bill for the past two years. I am extremely
pleased with the way my difficult piece turned out.
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NEW YORK: Tattooing laws: Unregulated
A05573
Concerning regulation of body piercing and tattooing
1998 / Active
http://assembly.state.ny.us/cgi-bin/showbill?billnum=3DA05573
A06516
Concerning regulation of body piercing and tattooing
1998 / Active
http://assembly.state.ny.us/cgi-bin/showbill?billnum=3DA06516
A09356
Restricts locales of operation of body piercing and tattoo parlors
1998 / Active
http://assembly.state.ny.us/cgi-bin/showbill?billnum=3DA09356
S06353
Restricts locales of operation of body piercing and tattoo parlors
1998 / Active
http://assembly.state.ny.us/cgi-bin/showbill?billnum=3DS06353
S06899
Restricts locales of operation of body piercing and tattoo parlors
1998 / Active
http://assembly.state.ny.us/cgi-bin/showbill?billnum=3DS06899
Oneonta City Clerk's Office
Issuance of Licenses and Permits
http://oneonta.otsego.net/depts2.htm
"Artist's Approach to His Customers is Only Skin Deep"
http://www.amcity.com/albany/stories/030998/
BIZZARO TATTOO--TATTOOS BY PAUL MASSARO, 1126 Hertal Ave, Buffalo
716-876-6200. Rate/hour: Approx $150.00
Reviewed 8/15/95 by Leslie Fontanna <impu...@buffnet.net>
SHOP REVIEW: Nice-looking place however, there are dogs running around
inside and around people who are getting tattooed.
ARTIST REVIEW--PAUL MASSARO: After making my appointment months in
advance, I ended up getting no work from him. At the studio, he would
not allow my boyfriend to stay with me. His initial drawing on my back
was too large (and the price quote went from the initial $150, to two
sessions of $150 each). When I asked to have it redrawn, he wiped the
drawing off and asked me to leave. We later went back to request a
refund on our deposit; however Paul would not speak to us. Fortunately,
we got our refund and an apology from his apprentice, Carl.
Updated 3/98 by Mike Cascio <jin...@hotmail.com>
Shop Review: The shop was rather quiet and clean. Dogs are visible
through a screen door (the entrance to their house) quite far back out
of the way. They are *not* allowed in the shop. There's a chair up
front in full view of everyone, but my work was done in a small
secluded alcove with no room for observers.
Artist Review--Paul Massaro: Paul worked carefully and safely, gently
putting to rest any concerns or nervousness I expressed (since this
was my first tat). He seems to prefer to work silently rather than
talking, which was fine by me. If I remember correctly, the work I
had done took about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
New View Tattoo, Rt.9W, Highland
Ph: 914-691-8282 http://www.bodyartist.com
Reviewed 4/98 by Paul Fitzgibbons <pfitz...@aol.com>
Shop Review: The shop is clean and orderly. It was being scrubbed
down as I arrived. The environnment is is made comfortable and easy.
There is a couch, TV and coffee as desired. Good privicy. The
neighborhood is on a main highway but a little secluded, away from any
downtown area.
Artist Review--Tom: Tom did a fantastic job on my tattoo. Not only
did he design a product that came out spectacularly, but his
profesional manner made the process that much easier. He is, I
believe, a former accountant turned tattoo artist who loves his work
and it shows. As this was my first tattoo, he kept me well informed
thoughout the enitre process. What also helped is that he is close to
my age. I cannot say enough praises for him and would whole heartly
recommend him. I will use him again.
Tattoos By Dan, 9 N7, Hudson, NY 12534 Ph: 518-822-1894
Reviewed 8/2000 by Noah Dinnar <lodo...@hotmail.com>
Shop Review: Shop is small, and not professional looking. No standard
tattooing/piercing chair.
Artist Review--Dan: Horrible job, looks nothing like the work I
brought him to copy. Lines are too thick, and are blurry. Shading is
terrible, hardly any blending at all. Face on tattoo looks nothing
like picture, eyes, nose and mouth are distorted looking. In general
a horrible job.
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NORTH CAROLINA
General Statutes
14-400
Prohibits tattooing minors
http://www.ncga.state.nc.us/.html1997/statutes/statutes.html
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NORTH DAKOTA
Legislature
http://www.state.nd.us/lr/
Prairie Wynde Studio, 202 4th Ave, Litchville, ND 58461. (701)762-4454
Reviewed 4/00 by Brent Jackson <g_m...@apexmail.com>
Shop Review: (The review was not complimentary, so I will not include
the full text here. Overall, the impression of this shop was not good.)
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OHIO
Revised Code
Section 3730
Concerning regulation body piercing and tattooing;
prohibits tattooing and body piercing minors without parental concent
http://orc.avv.com/title-37/sec-3730/
"Governor Signs Bills"
Office of the Governor July 14, 1997
http://www.ohio.gov/gov/7-14-97.html
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OKLAHOMA: * BANNED * BANNED * BANNED * BANNED * BANNED * BANNED * BANNED *
Oklahoma 21 OKI. St. @ 841 (1992) BANS all tattooing across the state.
Legislature
http://www.lsb.state.ok.us/
1998 Session
HB 2547
Crimes and punishments; prohibiting and regulating body piercing
HB 2977
Crimes and punishments; prohibiting body piercing
HB 3337
Crimes and punishments; prohibiting any advertisements for tattooing
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OREGON
Portland
========
Dermagraphics, 1017 SW Morrison St. Suite 205, Portland OR
(503) 224-8416 $100/hour, Cash, Check, Charge
Reviewed 11/98 by Rebecca Skloot <skl...@pitt.edu>
Shop Review: Dermagraphics provides an incredibly professional,
friendly environment, while maintaining top of the line standards for
sanitation/sterility. Each tattoo artist works in a private room,
which comfortable and clean.
Artist Review--Mary Jane Haake: Mary Jane has a degree in fine arts,
and it shows. She has worked with, and been worked on by, some of the
best tattoo artists, and has a clear love for the art and history of
tattooing. Mary Jane is warm, careful, and as gentle as a tattoo
artist can possibly be. She's personable in a way that could relax
the most horrified of clients -- she clearly feels it's essential to
develop a comfortable relationship with her clients, and she's genuine
about it. Af for her abilities as an artist -- The bottom half of my
tattoo was done from a design I provided, however, after being worked
on by Mary Jane for many sessions, I developed such a deep respect for
her work as an artist that I asked her to discard my design and gave
her free reign over the top half of my tattoo. And I'm glad I made
that move.
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PENNSYLVANIA: 18 Pennsylvania C. S. @ 6311 makes it illegal to tattoo
minors under 18 without parental consent. Violations are considered a
third degree misdemeanor. Otherwise unregulated.
State Government
http://www.state.pa.us/govstate.html
Response to HB 332
Pennsylvania Coalition of Professional Tattooists and Body Piercers
http://www.pa-tattoo.com/amend.htm
"What's the Buzz?"
http://146.186.194.36/archive/1997/04/04-23-97tdc/04-23-97d01-007.htm
Philadelphia Inquirer, August 25, 1997
http://www.phillynews.com/inquirer/97/Aug/25/pa_west/WTATT25.htm
State College
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ART OF THE AGES,103 S. Pugh St., State College PA 16801, 814-231-3930
Cost: $100/hour, cash/credit.
Reviewed 1/97 by Audrey Lynne Smith <al...@psu.edu>
SHOP REVIEW: Very clean, inspected and licensed by the Health Dept. Phil
opens the autoclaved sterile needles in front of you. Rooms very
private, and he is very professional about tattooing or piercing "under
the clothes" areas. The shop is in downtown State College--I consider
it to be always safe to walk around here alone, even at night.
ARTIST REVIEW--PHIL: Former glass etcher, had alot of practice doing
fine detail with a steady hand. Usually cheerful, friendly, willing to
answer questions, tends to underestimate the time it will take to do
your piece--since you pay beforehand, this means you get charged less
than it should have cost you.
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RHODE ISLAND
H 7870
Concerning regulation of body piercing and tattooing;
prohibits piercing and tattooing minors without parental consent
1998
http://www.state.ri.us/billtext/98h7870.htm
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SOUTH CAROLINA
Bill 21
Concerning regulation of tattooing;
prohibits tattooing minors without parental consent
1996
http://www.lpitr.state.sc.us/reports/tattoo06.htm
Bill 25
Prohibits tattooing of minors;
prohibits tattooing of head, face, or neck
1997
http://www.lpitr.state.sc.us/bills/25.htm
Bill 1042
Concerning regulation of body piercing and permanent cosmetics
1998
http://www.lpitr.state.sc.us/bills/1042.htm
"Tattoo Artists"
SRC Sunrise Review, February 1996
http://www.lpitr.state.sc.us/reports/tattoo04.htm
Myrtle Beach News Issue 8, July 3, 1996
http://www.mbsc.com/issue8.htm
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SOUTH DAKOTA
State Codified Laws
http://www.michie.com/resources/resource_page.html
Chapter 9-34-17
Allows municipalities to regulate tattooing and body piercing
Chapter 26-10-19
Prohibits tattooing minors without parental consent
Chapter 34-1-17
State Department of Health
Allows municipalities to regulate tattooing and body piercing
Legislative Research Council
http://www.state.sd.us/state/legis/lrc.htm
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TENNESSEE
State Code
39-15-403
Prohibiting tattooing of minors
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TEXAS
Legislature
http://www.capitol.state.tx.us/
AB 1156
Concerning regulation of tattooing and body piercing;
prohibits piercing minors without parental consent
1997
SB 1812
Concerning regulation of body piercing;
prohibits piercing minors without parental consent
1997
City of Dallas Council Minutes
May 8, 1996
http://www.ci.dallas.tx.us/cso/cc050896.htm
Austin
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FORBIDDEN FRUIT 513 E. Sixth St, Austin, TX (512)476-4596
http://www.forbiddenfruit.com Cash and credit cards
Reviewed 2/99 by Dave Clark <da...@jump.net>
SHOP REVIEW: It's a clean studio with one semi-private tattoo area and
three areas that are in the open. Also two private piercing
rooms. They follow standard sanitation procedures and the studio is
bright and clean in appearance All the employees are very friendly and
helpful.
ARTIST REVIEW--Yvette was very easy to work with and when reworking
the image she readily changed it to fit my idea of what I wanted. She
said she had only been tattooing for about a year, but I wouldn't have
known, even though this was my first tattoo. She made me feel very
comfortable and was very professional. I would recommend her to
anyone. She has a bright future as an artist.
Dallas-Ft.Worth Area
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Obscurities/Trilogy Tattoo, 4000-A Cedar Springs Rd. Dallas
(214) 559-0470 http://www.obscurities.com/index2.html
Reviewed 4/2000 by Chuck Eaves <cea...@telepak.net>
Shop Review: Very professional. First tattoo, but I think it looks
great. Mark was very friendly and helpful. In a word, Flawless. No
jewelry was sold that wasn't autoclaved. The staff was helpful and
infomative. I've been in Doctor's offices that weren't this clean.
If you are anywhere near Dallas, Give them a look.
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UTAH
State Code
76-10-2201
Prohibits piercing and tattooing minors without parental consent
1998
http://www.le.state.ut.us/~code/TITLE76/htm/76_0C195.htm
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VERMONT:
State Statutes
Chapter 79 Tattooists
Regulates tattooing; prohibits tattooing minors without parental consent
http://www.leg.state.vt.us/statutes/title26/chap079.htm
Body Art Tattoo and Piercing Studio, 178 Main St., Burlington
Ph: 802-863-7870
Reviewed 2/98 by Aron Chamberland <ar...@hotmail.com>
Shop Review: Very clean and sanitary, great tribal artwork and all
around relaxing atmoshere. Artist have their own private rooms. All
artists make you feel very comfortable they're also willing to work
with to design your own custom work.
Artist Review--Shamus: Shamus was my artist. He was so great on my
first tattoo, it was my main reason for coming back to him. He's been
Tattooing for over 20 years. He tells you exactly what he's going to
do and when it's happening he is very soothing if he feels you are
nervous. Shamus is very generous and has a couple artist interning
right now.
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VIRGINIA:
Code of Virginia
=A7 18.2-371.3
Prohibits tattooing minors without parental consent
http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504?000+cod+18.2-371.3
Code of Virginia
=A7 15.2-912
Allows localities to regulate tattoo parlors
http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504?000+cod+15.2-912
The Department of Health Professions
http://www.dhp.state.va.us/
Body Art Tattoos, 8 Chalmers Ct, Berryville
Ph: 540-955-0111
Reviewed 1/98 by David Meeks <tat...@dazedandconfused.com>
Shop Review: Friendly environment, autoclave sterilization, privacy if
you want it, and a nice neighborhood.
Artist Review--Tom Painter: He is very friendly and clean he gets too
know all of his clients. He will work with you so you get what you
came for. Member of the APT, and he's been tattooing for i think 17
years.
Rick's Tattoos, Arlington
Ph: 703.537.8377
Reviewed 7/99 by Jason C. Hill <jh...@netlab.gmu.edu>
Shop Review: A good place, they had a plenty of sitting room, and
even a playstation hooked up with TV. Good amount of displays setup
for general tats. Autoclave sterilizations, seperate throw away ink
wells for ink. Private rooms. 1 year of any touchup needed.
Artist Review--Addie: Very nice and friendly person to have work done.
A little strange as she is the only tattoo artist that I know of that
doesn't have any tattoos. However, that doesn't effect her skills.
Was very conscientious about placement of my tattoo and what I was
going to do in general.
Abstract Art, Plaza 17, Glouster, VA
Ph: 804-642-0028 http://www.abstractarttattoo.com
Cash, credit cards
Reviewed 9/2000 by Rebecca S. Barninger <barning...@cvn.net>
Shop Review: Abstrct Art tattoo shop is the cleanest shop I have ever
visited. It is also large , open and kind of airy. Gives you room to
look and really think about the piece you are thinking of getting.
The staff are all helpful and willing to answer all your questions no
matter how lame they might sound. They are friendly so they make you
feel comfortable. They give you special attention and make you feel
like your tattoo is the most important one they have ever done.
Artist Review--James Jarvis: James has done 8 tattoos on me. He is
clean, friendly and full of life. The work he has done has been
mostly custom work. He has never disappointed me with the out come.
The tattoos are vibrant and seem to carry a life of their own. I now
live in another state but I love his work so much I travel 5 hours to
have his work done on me. In my humble opinion there is no better
artist then James Jarvis. James is also trained in blood pathagens
and makes sure everything is clean and sterlized. He has been an
artist for Abstract for about 6 years.
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WASHINGTON
Legislature
http://leginfo.leg.wa.gov/
Revised Code of Washington
26.28.085 Prohibits tattooing minors
82.04.050 Concerning retail sales and tattooing
http://www.leg.wa.gov/www/rcwsearch.htm
SB 6611
Prohibits piercing and tattooing minors
1998
SB 6683
Concerning regulation of body piercing and tattooing
1998
Lynwood
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DERMA*GLYPHS BY SHADER, 13813 Hwy. 99, Lynnwood, WA 98037
Reviewed 3/97 by Carry Tveit <kah...@earthlink.net>
SHOP REVIEW: Very clean, not much on walls, total privacy (blankets over
windows, door to studio, waiting area) in a easy to access area, nice
music, very mellow. Makes own needles, never uses one on more than one
client. Cleans between each color. Blends own colors.
ARTIST REVIEW--SONNY (owner): He took time (an hour!) to discuss the tat
beforehand, been in business for over 27 years, very nice, checks up on
how you are doing often.
Seattle
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Slave to the Needle, Seattle
Reviewed 4/98 by Melissa Monson <je...@prosystemsinc.com>
Shop Review: Great shop, lots of artwork to view and portfolios.clean
place, sterile, good music, friendly artists and comfortable chairs for
your friends while they wait.
Artist Review--Piere: Piere had a nice portfolio and I took a look it
it and saw good inking, and well done tatts. Most of it was graffiti
style but he adapts well to other types and styles.
Vyvyn's Tattoo, 1516 Western Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
Ph: (206) 622-1535 http://www.vyvyn.com
$150/hr cash
Reviewed 9/2000 by Jenny Peck <offwitht...@hotmail.com>
Shop Review: A private shop on the west side of the Pike Place Market.
There is no flash on the walls, only custom tattoo art by Vyvyn (on
display). The decor is varied with a lovely and fun theme. It
always smells good. The cleanliness is impeccable, and offers
complete privacy for both consultation and tattoo session.
Artist Review--Vyvyn: Vyvyn is an amazing person. She not only helped
me to fully-realize the design I had been meditating on, but
practically psychically pulled certain elements of the design from my
being to create the perfect piece of art for me. She is fun,
friendly, cooperative, open-minded, and extremely sensitive to client
needs. She is a pioneering female tattoo artist, and has broad
experience in many different tattoo styles and environments. She has
more than 25 years of experience and far more qualifications than I
could possibly list here that have given her knowledge and
foundation, and have allowed her to evolve into the *extremely*
talented and unique artist that she is today. I can't recommend her
highly enough. She is everything I was searching for in a tattoo
artist, and more.
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WEST VIRGINIA:
Code of West Virginia
Article 33
Prohibits tattooing minors without parental consent;
regulates tattooing
http://129.71.161.254/scripts/as_web.exe?total2+D+21473038
Thinkin Ink Studio of Tattoo, 508 Race Street, Fairmont
Ph: 304-366-1279
Reviewed 2/98 by Jason Cooper <jco...@csee.wvu.edu>
Shop Review: Shop is well-lighted, clean, and a no-smoking
environment. If you or the tattoo you're getting requires privacy, the
artist's areas can accomodate that need. No wall flash - all art is in
books or laminated pages. Room for 5 people to browse at one time.
Artist Review--Dan: Dan is a well-mannered and talented artist. He is
currently working on a Physics degree (part-time). He has worked at
Thinkin Ink for four years under the guidance of Youngen. His
chairside manners are excellent with good conversation. He is also
willing to discuss designs and custom peices which he prefers over
flash.
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WISCONSIN
State Statutes
252.23 Regulates tattooing and body piercing
http://www.legis.state.wi.us/rsb/stats.html
Wisconsin Health Policy Report
"AB 468 / AB 733 Concerning regulation of tattooing and body piercing"
http://www.healthnetconnect.net/whprs.html
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WYOMING
State Statutes
Title 14
Prohibits tattooing of minors
http://legisweb.state.wy.us/titles/98titles/title14.htm
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EUROPE--PORTUGAL
Bad Bones Tattoos, Rua do Norte, 73, Lisbon, Portugal
+351.1.346 08 88
Reviewed 11/98 by Miguel Rego <mr...@ogilvy.pt>
SHOP REVIEW: A very nice and friendly shop. Two private rooms and one lobby/re
ception. It's in a old neighborhood that used to be a kind of "red
light" and now has tons of bars, restaurants, art shops, smart shops
and alternative spots. It's 100% safe and clean. Health autorities
check the place & the people who work there regularly on the shop
request.
ARTIST REVIEW--João Paulo Fontinha: Used to do illustrations for advertising.
He has been tattoing for 7 or 8 years now. He is one of the best-known
portuguese tattoo artists. Very good on drawing, and different
styles. I enjoy particularly his tribal, bio-mechanical and cartoon
stuff.
OCEANIA--New Zealand
Living Canvas Tattoo Studio, 77c Briggs Rd., Christchurch
64-3-3858969
Reviewed 6/98 by Amy Simmons <simm...@xtra.co.nz>
SHOP REVIEW: Appeared very sanitary. Autoclave used (+ new
needles/ink). No smoking/eating/drinking in the separate room used for
tattooing. Complete privacy - ALWAYS, no matter where on your body you
are getting the tattoo. Appointments not always necessary, except for
genital tattoos where appointments must be made. Does not offer
piercings.
ARTIST REVIEW--Korrina: Owns the shop and has won quite a few
awards. Very friendly, helpful and approachable - answered all my
questions in a friendly & professional manner, and was great at
helping me to relax before having the tattoo done. I provided the
drawing of the design I wanted, and she did it almost exactly as I had
drawn it. I was very satisfied with the result. Offers a free
follow-up appointment to make sure the tattoo is healing properly.
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This ends "rec.arts.bodyart: Tattoo FAQ 5/9--Artist List." This should
be followed by "rec.arts.bodyart: Tattoo FAQ 6/9--Care of new tattoos."
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