s33ktruth Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Going to save up to go on a trip to LA to see my friend and tried to get tattooed by Bob Roberts or other ppl at Spotlight. Can someone shed me some light on Charlie's work and the other guys that work there? I dont know anything in LA or what's close to LA. HELP ME :) Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursula Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 While I haven't been to his shop so I don't know how they work as far as appointments and all that. I did meet Charlie at a convention where his booth was attached to ours and the tattoos he did looked really nice. Bold, clean traditional stuff. I'm not sure who else works there. If you check out their site BOB ROBERTS WORLD FAMOUS SPOTLIGHT TATTOO there's an artist section, but I could get the portfolio links to work. It looks like they haven't updated it in a while because it lists Juan as working there and I'm pretty sure he's only working at Blackheart but don't quote me on that as I'm not 100% Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15175 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbj619 Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Grant Cobb works out of spotlight and is a really cool guy and great tattoo artist. He did the wolf head you can see in my gallery, and check out his portfolio Grant Cobb He seems to travel frequently so if you want work from him make sure he is around when you are. When I was there I saw Baby Ray doing a black and grey skull sleeve that looked real nice too. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15176 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptCanada Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Im going to second that the site hasn't been updated in a while. Bryan Burk has moved on to his own private studio, but great tattooer if you are looking for something traditional or japanese. :: BRYAN BURK TATTOOS :: His site confused me the first time I went to it, links are in the upper corner at the finger tips of the hand. Scott Sylvia 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15178 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avery Taylor Posted August 2, 2011 Share Posted August 2, 2011 Steve Serazio works there and does great stuff, but it is nearly impossible to find any on the internet. Peter Shankman (I think that is correct) is on this forum and he was tattooed by Bob within the last couple of years. He may be able to help you out. Also Bryan Burk has a shop called Dark Horse Tattoo. They make great tattoos, and you have True Tattoo in Hollywood, and Gold Rush in Costa Mesa. Plenty of good spots to get work from. I wouldn't worry to much about portfolios at any of these places. Everyone that works at them is really good. kylegrey, AlannaCA and Jake 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15180 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlannaCA Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 our very own Mel Noir has a tattoo from Charlie Roberts. a very nice horse tht ive admired for he last couple weeks! (i dont know if the link ive attached is going to work but you can find in in the Horse Tattoes thread) http://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/tattoo-designs/1099-horse-tattoos.html Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15242 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lochlan Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 I'm in LA again right now and hoping to get some free time to go by some tattoo shops. There are tons but some that really really impress me! Here is a blog post I wrote from being in LA last month and my day off. I really want to go to Spotlight but I don't think time and distance is going to allow it..... Look forward to hearing about your trip to LA. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15270 Share on other sites More sharing options...
s33ktruth Posted August 3, 2011 Author Share Posted August 3, 2011 Sweet! I ran into my friend last night that use to work at True Tattoo, he told me about Grand Cobb, and Charlie Roberts still does walk ins if he's working. Also was told of this guy named Sal Trevino that does great black and grey. Thanks for the help :) Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15274 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gougetheeyes Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 Plug for Sid's in Santa Ana, not sure how much time you've got to drive around. Always wanted to get tattooed by him. AlannaCA 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15281 Share on other sites More sharing options...
s33ktruth Posted August 3, 2011 Author Share Posted August 3, 2011 Wish you guys were there, you will be in spirit...ohohohohoh. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15304 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicky papers Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 I work in a wine bar in hollywood, get in touch if you're in the area. s33ktruth 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15324 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott R Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 seek, I have been trying for a month to get in touch with an artist at memoir tattoo in LA. I was hoping to hear something even if it was just letting me know they were booked through the year and try back later but not getting discouraged yet. I hope you have an awsome time and take lots of pictures Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15330 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gougetheeyes Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 seek, I have been trying for a month to get in touch with an artist at memoir tattoo in LA. I was hoping to hear something even if it was just letting me know they were booked through the year and try back later but not getting discouraged yet. I hope you have an awsome time and take lots of pictures Calling or emailing? I would call the shit outta the shop, emails can fall through the cracks pretty easily. MsRad 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15333 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott R Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 Gouge, I emailed july the 2nd and followed up twice, thats the way this artist and the shop webpage said to go about booking. I called monday and left a message. Is it ok to call periodically till i get someone?(Etiquette wise) Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15337 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gougetheeyes Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 Normally I'd say yes, but it does look like they're pretty adamant about not booking over the phone. Keep trying I guess dude. Maybe someone here has worked there or knows Shawn/Kim? Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15338 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylegrey Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 For sure Steve Serazio I have seen more of his work recently on the web and would love to be in your shoes . Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15339 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirkson Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 cu_bu, as I mentioned, I can ask Kim, she probably doesn't know Spencer's schedule, but she'd probably know if he is booked up or the best way to get his attention. I know they are super busy in the shop in general and it usually takes a few tries to get a reply (but they are awesome and well worth the effort) Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15344 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott R Posted August 3, 2011 Share Posted August 3, 2011 kirkson, cool and thank you. I can imagine they are very busy and will continue the effort. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15346 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Carter Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 Bob Roberts is taking appointments again. Thats the only dude I'd be trying to get in with. David Flores 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15419 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avery Taylor Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 Bob Roberts is Bob Roberts, but do not lose the forest for the trees. If you want a good tattoo there are lots of good options in the Los Angeles. s33ktruth 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15422 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirkson Posted August 4, 2011 Share Posted August 4, 2011 cu_bu, I saw Kim yesterday, apparently Spencer is no longer at Memoir. I'll IM you with details, but there is a good reason you haven't heard back. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15454 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirkson Posted August 8, 2011 Share Posted August 8, 2011 Just following up on my last post, and to make sure the right info is "out there" here is information on Spencer and his new shop. Charmed Life in Lexington, Kentucky. Charmed Life Tattoo Home Page Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15837 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott R Posted August 9, 2011 Share Posted August 9, 2011 thanks kirkson, I owe you one, hopefully i can get ahold of spencer and fly out for some work Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-15860 Share on other sites More sharing options...
lastjohn Posted August 23, 2011 Share Posted August 23, 2011 Just following up on my last post, and to make sure the right info is "out there" here is information on Spencer and his new shop. Charmed Life in Lexington, Kentucky. Charmed Life Tattoo Home Page Kentucky?this is a great resource.. I’m loving the desigh. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/1106-la/#findComment-16720 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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