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Rick Dobran
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traditional
black and gray
Vancouver, Canada
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Suggested reads
Article
Irezumi vs Horimono
Two names for the same Japanese tattoos, often traded as synonyms yet far from identical: where each word comes from, why one still carries the shadow of punishment, and which to reach for in front of a master.
Interview
In conversation with Yi Shi
Wispy blackwork & custom tattoos open a conversation about creative freedom, client trust & emotional boundaries, with film and friendship offering other ways to sustain a creative life
Article
Flower Tattoo Meanings & Symbolism
Explore flower tattoo meanings and symbolism. From roses and lotuses to poppies and peonies, with cultural history, birth flowers and ideas for a personal design.
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.
Interview
In conversation with Liz Koss
Exploring spooky aesthetics, the science of aging ink, and the quiet power of drawing without a goal.
Studio
The FALL Tattooing
Suggested studios
Inkwell Tattoo Studio
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Horiryu II Tattoo Inc.
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Ninety Nine Tattoo
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Liquid Amber Tattoo
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Cloud Serpent Studio
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