Humble Beginnings Tattoo: July 2010

WANT TO GET A TATTOO?

Welcome to Humble Beginnings Tattoo Studio. We provide custom tattoos in a clean and sterile environment. Although most of the artists are by appointment only, we may be able to take walk-in appointments if an artist is available that day.

Setting up an appointment:

1. Choose an artist. If you're not sure what artist to go to, come to the shop and browse through the portfolios. Every artist has their own style so it's important that you choose someone that fits your needs.

2. Set-up a consultation appointment. Bring in your ideas or references so that the artist can create a custom design that suits you. The artist will quote you a price based on the size and detail of your tattoo. A non-refundable deposit will be required and will go toward your first tattoo appointment.

3. Set-up an appointment for your tattoo. Depending on the artwork, you may need to come in a few weeks before your appointment to review the drawing.

4. Get tattooed! If it's a big tattoo, you may need to set up multiple sessions and will need to allow at least 2 weeks in between each session for the tattoo to heal.

5. Take care of your tattoo! Tattoos usually take at least 2 weeks to heal. On the day you get tattooed, you will need to remove the bandage or wrap and wash the tattoo thoroughly with soap and warm water. Apply a thin layer of ointment over the tattoo for 3 - 4 days (e.g. Aquaphor or Neosporin) and then lotion for another 2 weeks (e.g. Eucerin or Lubriderm). During this time, no sunbathing, no swimming and no wading in the river! It's going to get itchy but try to not scratch it.

If you have any questions or concerns, call us at 408-288-6814. We ask that you be patient with us as we are not always able to answer phone calls or reply back to voicemails.

Thanks,

HB Crew

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

shoe shine

Shoe by Roberto Cervantes

Sunday, July 18, 2010

Battle of the UGLY!!!

hahahaha, crazy folks at the shop! too much fun, pick your winner!

still got the other fellas and mel to take a pic... more to come!!!

Friday, July 16, 2010

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Some tattoos I've been working on..

scummy bathroom.. don't let anything touch anything..

Friday, July 9, 2010

Art Exhibit -Photos of the day

Check out my friend Beau Roulette tonight!

You wont be let down, all of his photo's are amazing and this show will blow you away

Opening Reception: Friday, July 9th, 8pm til midnight
Live music by DJ K-VON

Exhibit on view through July 31, 2010

Empire Seven
525 No. 7th Street
San Jose, CA 95112
www.empiresevenstudios.com

Yours truly, Blake Brand....

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

This month! Art show and guest artist Braden Kendall

So we have a few things this coming up this month. First, an up coming art show with a great group of artists, our HB family and our extended family. More details to be announced.

Second, we will be having a guest artists for a few days July 22nd-24th. Please e-mail or call the shop about setting up an appointment.

Blakebrandtattoos@hotmail.com, or Humble Beginnings 408 288-6814

Braden Kendall from Philadelphia Eddies Chinatown Tattoo. Unless you have plans to go to Philly, you would be a fool not take take this opportunity to get tattooed while he is here.

www.philadelphiaeddieschinatowntattoo.com

I wish everyday was this amazing! Only if my camera didn't stop right before the song kicked in. If anyone is looking for one of a kind karate lessons, seek out Wayne Harkem. You can find him on his whip around Paramount Imports, or in Humble Beginnings talking about his days as a Native American. Either way, you can't go wrong.