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Yilin
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Styles
illustrative
neo traditional
realism
fineline
black and gray
Chicago, United States
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Suggested reads
Interview
In conversation with Christian Maheux
He learned tattooing the old-school way, but has little interest in standing still. On creativity, freedom, learning from a younger generation & making a living without losing the art.
Interview
In conversation with Steven Roy
Trading the chef's knife for the needle. A conversation on discipline, business, and why "fear is the mind-killer."
Article
A Deep Dive on Early European, British and American Tattooers
From Sutherland MacDonald to Bert Grimm, a history of the early tattooers who helped shape American traditional and Western tattooing.
Article
Tattoo Conventions: How They Started & How to Navigate One Today
A short history of tattoo conventions, plus how to find an artist, book ahead or walk up, and arrive prepared for your session.
Article
Yobori: Japan's Western Tattoo Style
A guide to Japan's Western tattoo scene. Where the word comes from, what it looks like, and how it fits alongside wabori in modern studios.
Studio
Art Spirit Tattoo & Piercing
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