close. I was always drawn to the surreal, more illustrative images
than towards realism. What I appreciate the most is when I see real
drawing skills, in any style.
About affecting my style, probably all of those I mentioned did, but I
hope that during these few years that I have really concentrated on
tattooing I developed something of my own.
What’s one of your favorite pieces that you’ve tattooed on someone
else?
I really don’t know. Usually, I like the ones that are the most recent, or
even unfinished, but there are exceptions.
What’s one of your favorite pieces on your own body, and who did it?
It’s definitely my left hand, a rabbit skull based on my logo, but turned
into much more and a super badass piece by Lehel Nyeste.
What is your favorite thing about being a tattoo artist?
Freedom.
You have built up such a loyal clientele. What is your waiting list
like right now and what is the best way for a collector to make an
appointment with you?
I am booked about 3 months in a dvance, and I am available either
here in Portugal, or for some guest spots around Europe.
How would you describe the current status of tattoos by the general
public in Portugal?
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In Portugal it looks like everyone loves tattoos! But they also love the
sun and the beach too much.
TV shows, the internet, and especially social networks like Facebook
and Twitter have become extremely popular channels in the tattoo
industry in recent years. What positive and negative impacts do you
think it has for the future development of the tattoo industry?
Positively, a lot of young, talented people can become recognized
more quickly and get opportunities easier than before. It’s also easier
to start tattooing nowadays, with all the supplies and information
available. It allows artists to connect more. On the negative side,
a lot of people who shouldn’t tattoo get encouraged to do so, and
also some of the traditions, morals, and the respect towards original
techniques and roots of this subculture are fading.
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