The Firm Tattoo & Co.

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:16:04 +0000

What a month it has been….I’ve been on the road for the month of June. 8 states in a month 20-30 tattoos and the Atlantic City tattoo convention. Also just got engaged to my lovely lady Jessica. I’ll be updating the blog soon with lots of photos, scheduling for the nest 3 months as well as my official list of tattoo conventions that I will be attending for the rest of the year. Possibly a few early next year. Check back soon. Later

“Q”

Grimey Reaper!

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Mon, 23 May 2011 08:35:10 +0000

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Some randoms…

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Sun, 22 May 2011 09:27:17 +0000

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New Zappers…

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Fri, 20 May 2011 08:49:27 +0000

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New Paints Y’all.

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Fri, 20 May 2011 08:43:02 +0000

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New batch of telegraph key footswitches for sale.

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Tue, 17 May 2011 22:53:02 +0000

Ok so I have had a few requests lately for more of my handmade telegraph key foot switches. I am now officially taking orders for my third batch to fund my fourth run. I have a shelf full of parts and only 3 out 5 frames left so these are very limited. Each key will be build to order. Each key is an antique and is hand picked by me. Most are from the late 1800′s – 1940′s. Each coin is hand picked for a specific frame or theme and each wire is hand wrapped by me. The basic frame $150 plus S&H. For coins add $25 to the order and for engraving also add $25. If you are interested in one of these footswitches or would like to see my work look in my photos. Im a busy fella so ensure a quality product each of these one offs are hand numbered and have a two week turn around period. The 3 examples below are all sold…but the next batch is gonna be rad!

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Kei-Lani’s memorial to her sister…thanks

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Tue, 03 May 2011 21:25:41 +0000

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Shop Shenannigans

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Sun, 01 May 2011 12:34:24 +0000

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Two sleeves almost finished

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Sun, 01 May 2011 12:20:00 +0000

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April what a month!!!

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Sun, 01 May 2011 11:59:01 +0000

I haven’t been keeping up with my blogging lately. A lot has been going on Oliver our co owner moved to Newnan GA early last month, he will be missed and I can’t thank him enough for everything he and his wife have done for me, so for his clientel, I know most of you so feel free to come by and talk to me about your ideas. I have taken over the shop and am pleased to announce that my very good friend and mentor Brett Jones has joined the Union Ave Tattoo crew. I am honored to have him on board. Not only was he one of the major influences that helped me understand what it means to be a tattooer, he is a peer that I trust and respect.I’ve been slammed with work and am booking into June. I only have a few slots open for May. I am also booking for my guest spot @ Northern Liberty Tattoo in Philadelphia at the end of June. I’m really excited for this summer it’s always a great time for the shop. I will be starting a new portfolio project here soon to create a new book, I am working on a new flash set a few paintings and lots of new tattoos. I have quite a few tattoos that I have done recently so I included a slide show in this particular post. If you are looking for an appointment with me this summer get in while you can. My schedule is extremely tight already, so don’t be shy, get in while you can. Thank you everyone and come by and see Brett and myself at the shop. We are on the lookout for a new artist that will help round out the line up of our shop. We are planning another renovation on the shop soon, I’ll update here as I have time. Also a Union Ave Tattoo blog site is also in the works and that is where I may be focusing more of my time here soon.Thanks to everyone who have supported me over the last year and I hope to be here serving the Ft.Lewis and greater Lakewood/Tacoma/Olympia are for years to come

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My farewell tattoo to Oliver…good luck my friend. I will miss you when your gone.

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 08:14:09 +0000

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The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 08:10:34 +0000

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That ain’t worth a velvet painting of Kenny Rogers…

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 08:07:38 +0000

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Mikes 1st session of a Horiyoshi III ghost

The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:51:51 +0000

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The Firm Tattoo & Co. (Classic Tattoos by Q) — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:50:38 +0000

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