
“A tattoo is an affirmation: that this body is yours to have and to enjoy while you’re here. Nobody else can control what you do with it.”
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Below are a few recent posts from Instagram, feel free to visit me there for a consistently updated stream of what tattoos, or check out my PORTFOLIO for a curated selection of work.

Obscure tattoo stuff.
There was a trend post-WWII/during the Cold War of getting tattooed in the underarms with your blood type to make getting a correct transfusion easier since while appendages may be blown to bits by atomic bombs (and I guess boring ass normal bombs), the torso would retain this important information, and in a very inconspicuous location. This practice was directly inspired by SS soldiers doing the exact same thing. Fuck Nazis by the way.
These articles make it sound like it was something the government was going to distribute, but I think it was more of an endorsement, as the info I have found says these tattoos were given at fairs and circuses, and I believe probably separately from actual tattooing booths. As far as why this fell out of practice, my guess is because it’s stupid and not necessarily even effective. But it IS funny and interesting. Haaaaave a good one ✌️🩸

Oldest trick in the book. Y’all didn’t even realize that thirst trap I posted last night was actually the first step in my guerrilla stealth marketing campaign for these @sickleandmoontattoo shirts I made. $25 each. Two color ways with some variation between. Hand printed with love, so each one is its own thing.
I also made several variants of the design on mulberry paper if you’re into modern interior design. The third property brother with the Pete Wentz hair said he thinks it will enhance any shared living space.
Local pickup only in the TAT CASTLE 🏰 🪡

I look this way. I’m told knowing what someone looks like is a vital factor for the serious collector when it comes to choosing a tattooer. I eat draw and jab at Sickle & Moon Tattoo.
Hit me up and let’s do stuff.
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Deep in the holler with Caryn. Thanks for plucking something cool. 🐸 🪕 🎶
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Three koi-ter sleeve for Alec, Bemuser of All Critters. Also, I should probably take more photos in natural light.
Would truly love to work on some more large Asian influenced stuff. Drop a line if that’s your thing, and thanks again Alec!

Whale shark whalefall for Jessica. Really great request. A whalefall is when a large carcass (generally, specifically a whale) comes to rest on the bottom of the ocean floor, where it creates a unique habitat. Some life is found only in and around whalefalls. It’s a pretty interesting course of nature.
I love requests like this. Thanks again Jessica! 🐋

This panther is on one of the greatest people I have met through tattooing. Every time I work with her I am inspired to turn things I’ve struggled with into positive things for other people. Thanks for that, much more than any tattoo, Caryn.
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