Robin Milwaukee, WI

I someday would like to specialize in anime tattoos and bringing nightmares to life in art form. Favorite word: “Kwispy,” I say it way too often ⸺ Who/where do you get your inspiration from? I get a lot of inspiration from manga artists like Kentaru Miura, Hiromu Arakawa, and my favorite one of all, Junji Ito. Their art is so unique and absolutely amazing ⸺ What advice would you give to someone about getting his or her first tattoo? (A tattoo virgin) My advice would be don’t go so big! Everyone’s pain tolerance is different. Test the waters first; start small. And most importantly, RESEARCH the artists around your area and see what fits best for you ⸺ What would you say is your favorite part of the job? My favorite part of the job is making people happy and creating a permanent happy memory. A special bonding moment it’s what makes this job worthwhile and fulfilling. Knowing that not only are there literally hundreds of people walking around with a little bit of my art on them, and they smile when they tell people about it ⸺ Who and what influences you to create your work? My main influences are actually my dreams; I mostly have nightmares almost every other night and often have sleep paralysis. So, I decided one day to pick up my pen and paper and draw everything I could remember. That is why I came up with littlehorrors; I tell a short story with one image ⸺ Are there any tattoos you would refuse to do? (face, private areas, etc.) I refuse to do anything that I consider offensive. I can’t bring myself, and I don’t think I’ll ever tattoo a butthole. Nope! Not for me ⸺ What is the most important advice you can give someone new to the art of tattooing? Put your absolute all into it. It’s a lot of work, hours, blood, sweat, and tears. Listen to your mentor, and ask for advice if unsure. Push forward in perfecting your craft, and never give up. ✕

ROBIN