You ever use that stuff?

I never have but worked with a guy that did for a while. Looked like a bitch to use. Can only be made in small batches. Like a days worth.

Sumi ? Damn i read sushi and ordered a truck load ! kidding

I've only read about it Julio, mainly in American Tattoo Master .As for the shop itself apparently it's a semi -secret -sacred location which is revealed to the Bloodwork boys by Chris Trevino in Osaka.

Only thing like that in London involves masks and swingers .

I've got a fair amount of that stuff jabbed into me. Chris Trevino grinds his own black sumi, as does Horitomo. Here's a pic I snapped of Horitomo prepping for my first tebori session:

I'm corny, but I really felt that it added something to the whole ritual.

Are these the same ink sticks that are used for traditional japanese watercolour and calligRaphy?

Are these the same ink sticks that are used for traditional japanese watercolour and calligRaphy?

Yes, I believe so, [MENTION=1595]Richo[/MENTION].

Thanks Beez