What a crappy year, but we did make the best of it and we are sure you did as well! We were lucky enough to talk to a great bunch of #toptattooartists and get to know them a little bit better! In case you missed them, we invite you to catch up with each one by clicking the link:
“Cory Ferguson, the myth, the legend, and the most humble man I know. Hell, he takes time to sit down with me while wearing 7 other hats! He must've cloned himself somehow”
“Zema, this big town girl with country charm, makes you think she was dropped in creativity when she was a baby. She's been a strong pillar in the Montreal Street Art Community where she draws murals, graffiti, paints, and doodles on skin like a queen of art.”
“I bet Karine's brain only shuts off after she sketches everything she has in her mind before going to bed. I mean, where the hell are all those ideas coming from?!?”
“She loves tattoo history. She looks like an ever-smooth girl but be assured she can jam up a traditional Japanese tattoo like no other, and she's been at it for a while.”
“Safwan is a pillar of the tattooing community and gives true meaning to tattoo life. He’s generous, he’s mastered the craft and is humble about it. Most of all, he appreciates all that surrounds him. A tattooer true to the trade...”
“Bobby T works like a maniac. He draws like a man on fire. He loves hotrods and bikes, and he’s been around longer that he hasn’t; 20+ years! I re-introduce you to Bobby T, just in case you needed an introduction...”
“She’s a go-getter. She’s been in the business for over 15 years. She’s discrete and her work speaks for itself. Erika is definitely one of the most positive people I know...”
"He's a master of mesmerizing, complex dotwork optical illusions. At the same time, he also appreciates the simple things in life - this is the cool duality of Rob Hoskins"
“From outstanding tattoos to stunning paintings, Anthony’s routine is among the craziest, but we can all relate to passion and devotion. He brings it to another level...”
“Guillaume is living proof that passion will overcome all obstacles - from humble beginnings, to painting cinema sets, to today's top tattooing. He uses tattooing as a permanent platform for art and a way of life...”
“Jessica is definitely one of the sweetest traveling tattooers around. Don’t be fooled, she’ll tattoo you like a master of traditional and you’ll want more!”
“Don’t be fooled by his smoothness or his laidback style... Louis’ passion is among the strongest, and his tattoos are spot on! We need more ‘Louis’ in the tattoo trade...”
“Carlos left his native Brazil for Canada to get his tattooing career up to par. Now he’s making big waves in PEI of all places... A true inspiration for all who want to just DO IT”
“Born into tattooing, Dominique’s legacy is one that is united by blood and art. She’s turned around and applies today's trends with a definite respect for the old guard...”
“In tune with the universe, Romance Wilson finds his balance in the darkness and hecticness of this world. He takes the dark, chews it up and spits it back out in his own unique way...”
“Val takes time to sync herself with nature, and surround herself with its power. She thrives alongside it, and offers tattoos that are deeply rooted in meaning...”
“Brad’s hands must be so confused between mechanical work and tattooing, as he goes all over the creative spectrum to build and craft one-of-a-kind creations. A true artisan...”
“You’ve seen him around the convention circuit I’m sure. The first thing you notice is Mr. Scriptkeeper passion for lettering and tattooing, that he will gladly share with you for hours on end...”
“Realism Dude”, RJ is so laid back, yet he works his ass off every day. He has a talent that lets him be crazy enough... with no regrets whatsoever. He’s got this good!”
“Tattooer, traveler... Anne-Marie is proof that humans are adaptable as she comes and goes to work and practices her art form where and on people who love and appreciate it.”
“Creatives like Yanick, are a rare breed. He definitely made it into tattooing like he was there all along; always listening, asking and creating. This is the key to his success!”
Eikon Device was started in 1994, working out of a small garage, manufacturing the first needle specifically designed to meet the needs of tattoo artists. That started an odyssey of research and development that has seen many advancements in tattoo equipment including four generations of Eikon meter/power supplies, the Tru-Spring Armature Bar system, Griffin Tubes, Hydra Needles, and Symbeos, Helix and Green Monster Machines.