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Rich Mingins

2010-07-29T20:05:18Z

Hello.
My Uncle has recently passed away, He was very heavily tattooed, He told me that all his Tattoo’s were done by Rich Mingins.
He said that He was a very respected Artist in his time.
Most of my Uncles Tattoo’s were done in the late 50’s early 60’s when Rich had a studio in Harlesden North London.
Although they were quite old, you could see that they were very good, and must have looked great years ago when the lines were sharper.
The big question is, can anyone tell me anything about Rich Mingins?
Thanks.

How many artists

2008-06-23T09:39:22Z

OK just been thinking how many Tattooists have tattooed me over the years, so here goes….
Bob Eagle Smith [Oxford/Swindon]
Donald Campbell [swindon]
Steve Turner [swindon]
Bob Taylor [Gloucester]
Bob Moore [Cheltenham]
Paul O,conner[Weymouth]
Brian Eagle [Trowbridge]
Dougie Bull [swindon]
Dennis Cockell [soho]
All these Tattoos were done in the eighties and early nineties, Some have stood the test of time others not. What about you guys.

Ben Gunn

2009-06-18T10:14:20Z

Hi, I know Ben Gunn passed away quite a while ago but I am looking for any London tattooists who trained under him or any studio that may have any of his artwork. i am trying to track down certain pieces that my late father had done by Gunn in the 60’s that I would like to have done as a tribute. I heard that his daughter carried on the business and that there was an artist in Walthamstow that was tutored by Ben. Any help would be greatfully appreciated.

Tattooing in the UK Military

2010-04-09T10:57:51Z

Hi,

Im currently serving in the Royal Marines and am doing a lecture on the history of tattooing and need to put some military references in there. Specifically Im on the look out for any stories relating to tattoos used by the military or any stories relating to Royal Marines getting tattooed. Stuff like guys getting their Service Number and Blood group tattooed before the Falklands war, tattoos used to mark deserters in the early part of the 20th Century and even any stories of tattoos done by servicemen whilst at sea in the Navy would be a great help.

And in case anyone was wondering, I have been tattooed 6 times and am just waiting for the inspiration for my next one!!

Many thanks,

Sharpy

Ian Frost

2010-05-25T19:52:03Z

It’s with much sadness that I have to let you know that Ian Frost of Croydon passed away on the morning of saturday 22 may after his battle against cancer. He will be missed by all those who knew him and had met him over the years, Always a friendly smile and not a bad word about anyone he kept himself busy doing what he loved most ....tattooing and tinkering with new ideas for his rotary machines,I had the great honour of working alongside him for the best part of 9 years when I started out,and learnt so much more than just tattooing from him.Another old timer gone along with all the stories of our past I will cherish them with pride and pass them on.

Bbc 2 programme on Tattoos

2010-07-23T11:28:00Z

Please feel free to move this topic if it’s in the wrong forum.

I heard on bbc radio 1 this morning that this programme will cover the issue of online retailers supplying tattoo machines to unregistered people. Should be worth a watch.

Bbbc2, tomorrow, 2pm.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00t9vwc

ARTIST FOR SURREY STUDIO REQUIRED

2010-04-21T09:17:02Z

URGENT Wanted artist for addlestone,surrey tattoo/piercing studio,to run our studio along with our body piercer,you must be english speaking, reliable,honest ,punctual have a minimum 5 years studio experience,no rock stars or dreamers,we will require references from a uk studio,please send a link to your work thanks

email: inkypoos at yahoo dot co dot uk

Hi all..

2010-06-27T22:26:22Z

hi there, i will try and keep this short, my love of tattoos started in daves tattoos riddings r.i.p where i instantly fell in love with the secret mysterious world of tattooing. iv had good and bad experiences all of the latter being good. im a few months into a apprenticeship that will last a few years with a guy who most of you will already know, Terry Stafford from bodycraft in Nottingham. iv already said hi to paul via myspace and facebook but to the rest of you hello.

Looking for apprenticeship - willing to travel, kind, resourceful and creative - small collection of work now up

2010-07-16T17:09:32Z

> I’ve been looking for an apprenticeship for quite some time, and am willing to go the lengths to achieve my goal, and work from the bottom doing whatever it takes.
> I live in the midlands, but I’m prepared to move around because this is my passion and my aspiration. I am determined, and hardworking, and will go the length to fufill my duties. I’ve been drawing for as long as I can remember, and mainly my speciality is linework, and shading in traditional art. I’m quite good with abstract work, and I’m creative when it comes to ideas. I work great with people, and I know that alot of tattoo art comes with meaning, and memory for lots of things, and I can empathise and work with all sorts of people, helping them decide on a design. The idea of trying different styles, different types of art, different genres and so in, appeals so much to me. And the idea of helping people place a memory on their bodies is not only fulfilling but great because of the beauty of the actual art.
> I apologise for going on a little too much, I have a portfolio with a range of drawings, and is constantly growing. But there are also books with college work, and other designs I have done. I am willing to do more and more drawings to prove my ability, and I am willing to go the lengths to prove myself. I would happily travel or scan the drawings to show you my ability.
> Thanks for your time.
> Tom.
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> Since I last posted this, I have taken some photos of my work, there are more to come, thank you for your time.
> Link to drawings: http://thewanderingfox.deviantart.com/gallery/#_browse/scraps

Herbert Hoffman

2010-07-02T00:49:03Z

It is with great sadness to hear that Herbert Hoffman passed away on the 1st of July 2010 - Herbert who was born in Germany in 1919 was a true tattooing legend and gentleman - And I will never forget first meeting Herbert back in those wonderful Hamburg days and at the many tattooing conventions and shows he appeared at as the guest of honour during the last few years…RIP my friend.