Mi Famillia Tattoo Studio Guillermo “Tinta” Figueroa

BIG CEEZE

Owner/Artist Mi Familia Tattoo Studio

I go by Big CEEZE; born and raised in East Los Angeles, married with kids, a Christian man, tattooing for 25 years, owner and artist of Mi Familia Tattoo Studio in Anaheim for 13 years, and a new studio in Lake Elsinore, Ca. I was on Ink Master season 6, and I specialize in black and grey realism ⸺ What advice would you give to someone about getting his or her first tattoo? (A tattoo virgin) Make sure it’s something that you really want to get and do your research for the artist you want to do it; just cause they work in a shop doesn’t make them a professional! ⸺ What did your family and friends think about you getting into the tattoo business? They didn’t care! Once I

became successful at it, then they were happy for me ⸺ What would you say is your favorite part of the job? The reaction I get from my clients after their tattoo is done, especially if it’s a memorial piece! ⸺ What was it that initially sparked your interest in tattooing? After getting my first tattoo, I knew then that’s what I wanted to do! ⸺ Who and what influences you to create your work? Watching other big name black and grey artist, like my mentor Johnny Quintana, seeing the amazing work they do ⸺ Are there any tattoos you would refuse to do? (face, private areas, etc.) Yes, considering I’m a Christian, I don’t do profanity, gang-related, or demonic tattoos! ✕