Images shot on location at Iron Crow Tattoo
Dusty Murphy- @dustymurphytattoo
What type of tattoos do you specialize in
Black and grey realism/portraits .
Why do you tattoo?
For me, tattooing is the ultimate marriage between mechanical knowledge and creative expression. It’s one of the most ancient practices in humanity’s story and it’s an honor to continue the tradition today.
What do you enjoy when you are not tattooing?
Avid gamer, hanging out with my family, TTRPGs (Dungeon-mastering), metal music Fun Fact about you: I still trace all of my portrait tattoos by hand!
Jada Reynolds
What type of tattoos do you specialize in?
Color neo-traditional and glitter-style tattoos.
most memorable tattoo?
I tattoo because I love to wake up and be able to create art every day. I love the happy smiles and the excitement from my clients when I'm able to give them the tattoo they want!
What do you enjoy when you are not tattooing?
I enjoy trying to learn how to do any craft I can get my hands on as well as kayaking and spending time with my family and friends! Fun fact about me: I love to bake from scratch!
Joey Flaherty - @joeyflaherty_tattoos
What type of tattoos do you specialize in?
Color realism and neo-traditional.
Art experience inside/ outside the shop?
I have been drawing and painting pretty much as long as I can remember and tattooing since 2008. I attended the art academy of Cincinnati. I also enjoy other forms of art like sculpture and woodwork.
What do you enjoy when you are not tattooing?
I enjoy playing video games. I like making things and tinkering with electronics.
Tim Adams- @tattooo_adams
What type of tattoos do you specialize in?
Traditional Japanese.
Why Do You Tattoo?
I’ve always wanted to start a career with art. Tattooing is the perfect trade to express the creativity of one persons idea and making it come to life.
What do you enjoy when you are not tattooing?
Music, fishing, camping, painting.
