Frank Kovalik

Location:

• Spirit Gallery Tattoo & Fine Art
• New London, CT

I have always loved art, and began my tattooing career as a self-taught artist. Fortunately, I found an official apprenticeship at All-Out Tattoo in Norfolk, VA, in 2006 while I was in the Navy. Working in a tattoo studio was a great experience that taught me the ins and outs of tattooing and sterilization, and really pushed me to become an even better tattooist. I tattooed at All-Out for four years before moving back to my home state of CT in 2010, and joining the team of Spirit Gallery. I am inspired by fellow tattoo artist Guy Aitchison, and enjoy organic pieces and bio-mechanical tattoos. Recently I have been breaking into realistic, portrait-style work, and am currently building my portfolio as I expand my techniques and skills. I plan to take classes in drawing, painting and sculpture at East Lyme Academy of Fine Art over the next few years to continue to grow as an artist.