spb420 Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 Hello everyone, I got my first tattoo about 20 years ago in Hobart, Tasmania. I have been waiting many years to have the time and resources to do my back and sleeves. I have done a lot of research over the years on what i want and who i would like to do the work. However im still struggling with which artist to use (travel time and expense being the major variable). As for the imagery I spent a lot of time in southeast and southwest asia in the early 90s and want to go with traditional Japanese. I have contacted Rubendall as he is my first choice, however this will require many expensive trips to Long Island. I also really like Kore Flatmo's work and his studio in very close to me. However i havent been able to find many examples of Kore's Japanese work. I would appreciate any advise and perhaps someone knows of a book with more of Kore's portfolio. Thanks in advance Steve 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3552-hello-from-kentucky/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 Hey, welcome to the forum. Mr. Flatmo has a pretty large fanclub on this forum, but really, I envy you having to choose between him and Rubendall. You'll get amazing tattoos either way, and from what I understand, you'll have a great experience with either as well. Check out Kore Flatmo's instagram feed for more pictures of his current work and I wish you luck with whoever you end up getting tattooed by. Instagram CultExciter 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3552-hello-from-kentucky/#findComment-61323 Share on other sites More sharing options...
CultExciter Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 Good call @Graeme If you're thinking of Cincinnati, I'd also check out the work of Mike Dorsey. (He's getting as hard to contact as Mike Roper, but very worth it.) Kore is a good tattooer for sure! But if you feel like coming to Virginia, you can't go wrong with Brian Bruno or my good pal Andrew Conner. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3552-hello-from-kentucky/#findComment-61328 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Shit Posted March 15, 2013 Share Posted March 15, 2013 Mike & Kore are A level tattooers,and their rate is fair for the quality of work your getting.But if travel time and expenses are the two variables that are holding you back,then go with a B level tattooer at a local shop.Although some people that have work from Kore on here have stated he's an efficient tattooer. Mr.Andy@ Your Site Name - About Us Jason&Steve@ Designs by Dana - Our Artists Robert & Jay@ Charmed Life Tattoo Home Page Wes@ Carter's Tattoo Company - Bowling Green, KY - Tattoo & Piercing, Artistic Services | Facebook Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3552-hello-from-kentucky/#findComment-61335 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avery Taylor Posted March 16, 2013 Share Posted March 16, 2013 If I lived in Kentucky and wanted traditional Japanese work I would go to Brian Bruno. It is a shorter drive than going to New York. Richmond is a cheaper city to stay hang out in for a couple of days. And I think that Brian is an incredible tattooer. hogg 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3552-hello-from-kentucky/#findComment-61340 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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