this is a custom feather i designed for this lovely gal’s first tattoo :) i love doing these types of tattoos :)

Guen Douglas, Magnum Opus Tattoos, Brighton, UK

Third one done at Electric Chair in Houston, Texas by Carlos Flores. It represents my grandfather who was a colonel in the air force and had statues and pictures of bald eagles everywhere in his house.

This is my 12th tattoo and so far my favorite. It’s my first colored piece, done at Iron Lotus Custom Studios in Charleston, SC by Lil’ ound. He’s a super cool guy and listened to everything I had to say about how I wanted this tattoo. I got it because wolves are my favorite animals. They’re smart, beautiful, and loyal. I also like feathers, so when I came across this picture I fell in love with it.

This is my second tattoo. A peacock feather to show my change and growth since my boyfriends death, August 3rd 2010. I have one other tattoo that I received a month after my boyfriend passed away which is a memorial cross. This tattoo was done by Holly Feneht at Eternal Art Tattoo, Santa Clarita CA. It took 6 painful hours but I’m very proud to have this beautiful piece on my forearm.

You can find the artist here: http://www.facebook.com/holly.feneht

Ashley Wilson, www.sleeplessssnights.tumblr.com

I just got this tattoo today, May 30th. Alex Werder at Star Tattoo in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I’ve always had a strong connection with blue jay birds, and have recently gotten over my fear of birds. The birds breaking off of the side represent breaking away from the bigger part of life and starting your own path, away from the past. It took about an hour to complete. It’s absolutely gorgeous, and I recommend Alex and all his fellow artists down at Star Tattoo next time you’re in Albuquerque!