And Why the Difference Isn’t Always Obvious in Vermont

This is a look at how my original tattoo designs moved from my available design gallery to a traditional art gallery.

I specialize in designing, planning, and tattooing large-scale sleeves as efficiently as possible, but even with a streamlined process, a sleeve is not a quick project. But it can be simple.

What changes when you hire an artist to design a tattoo versus bringing an outside design.

Over the past few weeks, I’ve put a lot more time into TikTok. One thing surprised me: the sheer number of messages asking if I do cover-ups.

Large scale tattoos work best when they’re approached as a collaborative and artist lead process built on trust, planning and clear direction from the start..

If someone values what I do, paying for it isn’t an issue. Here’s why I don’t do trades.

The absence of small or simple tattoos in my portfolio reflects my artistic focus, not my capability. With extensive experience, I’m fully capable of executing clean, straightforward work alongside more complex projects.

Tattooing stopped feeling like a job for me a long time ago. When I leave the shop, it doesn’t turn off. The projects stay with me — the planning, the pacing, the execution, the stages, how the tattoo will heal, how it will read years from now.

I started painting Bob Ross landscapes as a joke. Turns out it rewired my art brain.

Running a tattoo studio alone for years forced me to operate in a constant survival mode. Rebuilding my life meant rebuilding my boundaries - and that’s when the “No Chaos” era was born.

In 2008, I opened Rock City Tattoo with nothing but commitment and a very stubborn belief that it had to work.

Five years of total immersion in large scale realism taught me more than just technique- it re-shaped how I think, create, and connect to my craft.

When planning your tattoo, one of the most important steps is providing a clear photo of the area you want tattooed.

Took home 2 (well 3 actually) awards from the Green State Tattoo Convention 2025

No one really talks about how much a toxic relationship can mess with your creativity.

Tattooing, like cooking, is both an art and a service.

Photography has always been more than just a hobby for me. It’s a way to explore express and transform my identity.

I’ve been tattooing for over twenty years, and throughout this time, I’ve experienced a significant evolution in my style and approach.

I’ve been doing tattoos for a long time. I’ve seen trends, tools, and client expectations evolve. A few years ago, I made a significant decision to increase my shop minimum to $500.

Over the years I’ve put together a gallery of pre-drawn designs that serve as a foundation for countless creative possibilities.

As a self-taught oil painter, I have always been fascinated by the intricate details and depth that can be achieved on a canvas. Over the years, my journey in painting has not only refined my artistic skills but also laid the foundation for my work as a realism tattoo artist.

I'm a passionate tattoo artist based in Vermont. Recently, I experienced a health emergency that not only tested my resilience but also deepened my appreciation for my craft.

When it comes to tattoos, the phrase "good things come to those who wait" could not be more fitting.

My 60 hour journey to a magnificent backpiece.....