The Nature of Sleeves

So I have shirked most responsibilities for nearly a week now and aside from shoveling all the snow we've had in Western Mass I'm feeling light and rested. I say most responsibilities because I'm slightly addicted to my work and I couldn't just sit around while the studio calls to me from atop the stairs so I managed to do some printing and lay the ground work for some new projects that I'll be announcing after Detroit. It's been a little strange not doing the blog though. I never thought I would get used to the day to day updates because I tend to be a bit of an introvert but I've gotta say I really enjoy it now! Its become a great way to focus on and share the parts of my journey that bring me joy which keeps me grounded in the idea that life is exciting and keeps me focused on the good that's all around us....

Alright, enough hippy ranting, back to the grind! The theme for today is NATURE! First up i'll be adding to a half sleeve of various flowers on Dena who I started tattooing last January. Unless she decides to extend down the arm (which as we all know has a tendency to happen once you catch the tattoo bug) then today should be the final session to pull the whole thing together. Later in the day I'll be doing another session on the Bear Mountain 3/4 sleeve worn by Carrie the star of the first Tattoo Tempo video. Along with a whole slew of consultations todays work load is sure to be the perfect pace to keep warm in this frigid New England weather.