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I was excited when I saw that Guy Aitchison posted a detailed post on Tattoo Education about a recent lasered bio coverup sleeve he just finished. Guy’s blog isn’t going to tell you whether or not you should laser your tattoo, but it’ll help you realize what’s possible. The subject of lasering is a weird subject, and it’s sometimes difficult to realize what’s possible.

If anyone has any experiences with lasering, coverups, or a combination of the two – please reach out to us. We would really like to dive into this topic more in the near future.

Tattoo by Guy Aitchison at Hyperspace Studios in Marion, IL‎.

I know I said we had posted the last unicorn tattoo you’d ever see on Tattoo Snob–but technically this is not a unicorn. Or a pegasus, which makes it… a unisus? A pegacorn? Your input would be greatly appreciated, readers.

Tattoo by Michele Wortman at Hyperspace Studios in Marion, IL‎.

Usually I’m apprehensive of posting videos because I know most people can’t watch them midday. With that being said, today is a holiday so I think it’s safe for everyone to hit play.

By the way, I can’t believe that Guy and Juan got all of this done in nine hours…

Tattoo by: Juan Salgado in Bayamon, Puerto Rico & Guy Aitchison at Hyperspace Studios in Marion, IL‎.

I have yet to find a photo of whatever tattoo was on this girl’s back before Guy Aitchison covered it & I’m curious as to what was there before. Actually, I take that back–it’s irrelevant now that she has this gorgeous full back piece from Guy to show off.

Tattoo by: Guy Aitchison at Hyperspace Studios in Marion, IL‎.

While digging back through my inbox, I found these photos Mary sent us of the two days she spent at Hyperspace Studios last spring with one sweet purpose: a full back piece collaboration from Carson Hill and Guy Aitchison.

While it was obviously a very long (and painful) couple of days, the results are clearly worth it. What an amazing way to blow through countless hours of tattooing!

Below is a preview for the Interstate DVD that was filmed at Hell City Columbus in May by Guy Aitchison and the Tattoo Television crew.

Instead of me trying to explain what exactly the Interstate DVD is, I’ll make it easy and copy the information that was posted with the video:
“40 of the world’s leading tattoo artists gathered at the 2009 Hell City Tattoo Fest in Columbus, Ohio with the goal of producing 40 finished pieces of visionary art in a performance setting. In this 4 minute teaser we provide a taste of what the Innerstate event was like and a preview of the full-length documentary that will be released on the subject in mid 2010.”

The online Hyperspace Studios, home of Guy Aitchison and Michele Wortman, has recently received a major face lift. Along with the main site, the online store has completely been revamped to include all of the books, educational material, prints, and clothing available from Guy and Michele. In addition, the online store now has a 24 hour call center (1-877-879-5431) to take orders and provide customer service.

The Hyperspace website has enough content to keep your attention for hours and hours. Personally my favorite is the scratch art, but the tattoo work is ok too – if you’re into that sort of thing.

The Durham Symphony is currently holding their annual Painted Violins fundraiser, in which various artists transform retired violins into works of art. Tickets start at $5 a piece and can be purchased through their website. The drawing takes place in December at the annual holiday concert.

Involved artists include tattoo legend Guy Aitchison, who resurfaced his violin in the organic style that he’s well known for. Typically an original piece by Guy usually would cost a significant amount–this is your chance to own an amazing piece of his art at a lower price tag, plus you can feel good about the proceeds going to the Durham Symphony.

Pictured below is the retired violin that Guy transformed (additional pictures are available here.)

Photograph by Jess Isaiah Levin