Winter 2020-21

I’ve closed my books for now, I’ll reopen them on May 15h.  That means, I’m not booking any new tattoo appointment until then.  I wish I didn’t have to, but demand for tattoos is very high right now, and I find myself stretched a little thin.  

My main aversion to closing my books has to do with accessibility;  I hope everyone looking for a tattoo can access an artist who will do a good job while treating them with respect.  I’d also like for people to be able to get tattooed by me with as few barriers as possible.

I’m finding though, that after a few years of taking pretty much every job that came my way, I don’t think I should continue doing it.  It’s just too much work, too many drawing and emails.  If you would like a tattoo something like what I post day-to-day, hold tight and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

If you’d like something that isn’t like what I normally post, you can send a request when my books open, but I may simply send a referral back your way.   If you’re looking to get a little tattoo, some lettering, a little tree, a heart outline, Maybe a less busy tattooer would appreciate the work.   

If you are looking for another artist to make a little tattoo for you in the meanwhile,  I encourage you to look closely at their work, and be sure that they are equal to the challenge.  Partly why I’ve been hesitant to get into the whole “closing my books” thing is that it really bothers me how many people go into tattoo shops in Winnipeg looking for a simple tattoo and leave having been treated poorly, ripped off, gotten a bad tattoo, or all three.

 A simple tattoo isn’t an easy tattoo, and not all professional tattooers are all that good.  You deserve a great tattoo, and to be treated with respect, every time.  Ask your friends how they felt when they were tattooed by someone before booking an appointment.    No one should settle for anything less than a great experience.  Do not be afraid to get a tattoo that is timeless, uplifting and truly beautiful. 

If you’ve read this far, thank you very much!

Here’s a jumbled heap of my favourites from the last month or two,  Post-second-lockdown.

Thanks again! - Bram