I managed to make some new paintings recently. Some of these are for upcoming tattoos and some are tattoos I’d like to do.
Here’s some photos more of one of my favorite bookstores. A great spot to buy tattoo reference books. Books with animal paintings, or photos of flowers for example. Having started tattooing right before the Internet really made a huge impact on tattoo designs I still prefer to find my reference for images through books it just seems more real.
My client Sara wanted to add a background to a single tattoo I made on her arm.
She wanted some flowers and a bird, so we really went for it. All this work was made in 4 hours, after it heals she will return to color the roses.
Made over at least half a dozen sessions, we’ve finally finished this sleeve. This is exactly the kind of tattooing I love doing best. There is a big mix here of Eastern and Western images, original drawings, traditional designs, and small symbols.

Headed back for a quick trip to Scandinavia.
I have been at Helsinki Ink Tattoo Convention every year since 2010. It is a fun convention where the organizers really take care of the tattooers. Helsinki is such a cool place to visit, work, and party.
I will also be tattooing for a couple of days at Stockholm Classic Tattoo. Haven’t been there since September so I am looking forward to finishing up some projects and seeing my friends.
Really looking forward to this trip!
Send an email if you’d like to set something up: tonybigtime@gmail.com