DeathB4Decaf Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 @a1steaks, your back looks incredible and so close to completion (I'm assuming). How long have you been working on it for? a1steaks 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-103955 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cork Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 @a1steaks I can't tell if that's an Instagram filter or if your back really has that amazing contrast. I hope its the latter. It looks badass anyhow. a1steaks 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-103956 Share on other sites More sharing options...
a1steaks Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 @DeathB4Decaf - Thanks! As for how long I've been working on it, well that's a bit of a loaded question. I started it about 5 years ago, but Jason moved to Portland literally after 2 sessions. So, progress slowed down quite a bit but I'm just about done! @Cork - Thanks! No filter. Just my wife on an iPhone and my fat ass in all it's glory! DeathB4Decaf, Mush and Cork 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-103957 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Did 4 more hours today. Was supposed to be a 6 hour session but due to circumstances on both mine and Kian's side we changed it to a 4. I am glad to say it is now time to re-commence my backpiece. For the last 2-3 months it has been all about things and butt etc etc. I had actually forgotten that I was doing a backpiece. :) I am quite tall so my butt and thighs is a substantial amount of area to tattoo. Today we have all but finished up that area and started colour on background elements further up. I love looking at the progress after every session but after starting colour on my "back" I realise I still have a long way to go. daveborjes, rozone, DevilMan and 9 others 12 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104115 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cork Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Saw that on Instagram @Shaggy That healed oni looks great. Shaggy 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104212 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironchef Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 I hate ribs...yes I do. And also spine...really hate that too...but ribs are the worse Shaggy and hogg 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104231 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 Saw that on Instagram @Shaggy That healed oni looks great. Thanks @Cork Very happy with how it turned out. I was a bit dubious about his call on the main tan/brown colour that he originally did, but this session he added a bit of yellow and it really goes well with the teal/blue and I love the combination. Is why I basically let Kian pick all the colours. I acknowledged early on with my sleeves to let him do what he thinks is right. He is the artist I am just the canvas. :) - - - Updated - - - I hate ribs...yes I do. And also spine...really hate that too...but ribs are the worse I haven't even finished my back but am now looking at continuing my "suit" to the front which means ribs. Doing the back side of ribs sucked so I hate to think what all that work over the ribs is going to feel. To be honest has me thinking should I just stop after the backpiece and be happy with no more pain and enjoy what I have or keep going and work through the pain to get even more great art and get closer to the full suit. The F**king things we do for art. :) Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104236 Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterJ Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 It just struck me... It is 8:39 pm. I belive a certain member @BrianH is getting some work today??? hmmmm??? hmmmm? being nosy as hell, but excited for you man. (If i got the date wrong then I suck at life) ironchef 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104293 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironchef Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 UPDATE: Two days of brutality on my back with Henning. This go around we started coloring in the phoenix at Kings Avenue Tattoo. 7 hours on Friday in Long Island, then 6 more hours on Saturday in Manhattan. Henning thinks we need one more full session to complete everything. I think probably 2 more including any touch ups. By the way...I really really hate ribs...and spine....THE WORST. Enjoy the pics. semele, Avery Taylor, rozone and 27 others 30 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104296 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatB Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 It just struck me... It is 8:39 pm. I belive a certain member @BrianH is getting some work today???hmmmm??? hmmmm? being nosy as hell, but excited for you man. (If i got the date wrong then I suck at life) A little off on the dates and body parts. Finished my thigh with Henning on Wednesday and started my ribs/chest with him on Thursday. Also had a quick consult with Mike about my back piece but we don't break skin on that project until February so bottle up your excitement until then. Iwar and ironchef 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104300 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lance Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Dang! That's looking incredible @ironchef. ironchef 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104301 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeeSea Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 @ironchef - wow you have had quite the weekend! You should be long passed out by now :) The colors are amazing - especially the orange and yellow - so bright! ironchef 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104302 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cork Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Woo yeah @ironchef! I love the speckled orange! ironchef 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104310 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hogg Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 13 hours in two days? Are you sure you're human, @ironchef? ironchef and Wilhell 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104314 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Weder Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Back to back full day sittings @ironchef? Respect ironchef 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104328 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fala Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 @ironchef - love the teal-blue-orange combo!!! Congrats on making it through two full days too!!! ironchef 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104339 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshRoss Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 I love not checking this thread for a few days, and returning to see the most awesome stuff. ironchef 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104350 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mush Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 @ironchef - you're a machine! thats incredible work! ironchef 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104388 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrToby Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 @ironchef your back is looking insane! Very impressed indeed, and the finish line is in sight. It makes me very excited to finish the linework on my back this Saturday so we can then move on to some shading in December. But for now definitely a huge congrats on what is going to be a great piece. tatB and ironchef 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104390 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeathB4Decaf Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 That's an incredible sight, @ironchef. High five. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104393 Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterJ Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 @BrianH ... damn, I was so wishing for new work on here. Ill be patient i promise wow @ironchef just wow I go back in the chair nov 22... that's like forever away ironchef and tatB 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104394 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironchef Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 THANKS! @Lance, @SeeSea, @Cork, @hogg, @Mick Weder, @Fala, @Mush, @MrToby, @DeathB4Decaf, @misterJ I was very excited to see Henning again and get more work done on my back but it was tough couple of sessions. Long hours and in very tender spots made me question my sanity and whether I will ever consider starting another tattoo project, hahaha. Henning consulted several old woodblock print references for inspiration on colors and added his own unique take on them. He felt combination of muted colors on the body and bright tail feathers would not only make the phoenix "pop" but also simultaneously compliment and contrast off of Rubendall's dragon colors. Needless to say I'm very happy with how it turned out. Happy everyone is enjoying the progress with me. Cheers! sophistre, Fala, tatB and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104415 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatB Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 @ironchef you were making it look easy. ironchef 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104421 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sophistre Posted November 5, 2014 Share Posted November 5, 2014 Augh, so beautiful. ironchef 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104451 Share on other sites More sharing options...
suburbanxcore Posted November 6, 2014 Share Posted November 6, 2014 That rules, @fairgreen. Seeing it on Instagram was one thing, but finally seeing it bigger on my computer screen is something else. I can't wait to see it when it's finished. So sick. tatB and ironchef 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/456-full-back-piece-thread/?page=70#findComment-104509 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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