I must admit, I am friends with Ian.  When I found out they (he and his boss Herb) were coming to CA for a tattoo convention I was stoked.  I decided I was gonna get a tat.  I told Ian I wanted a tigerlily on my foot.  When I got to the  convention we walked to sterilize his equipment and then went back to his stand.  They had the most comfortable bench for me to sit on.  He told me how his boss builds the benches and arm rests.  We talked more about my tat and he quickly drew something.  He listened when I told him to change things.  He was fast but not rushing.  He took the time he needed to make sure it was done right.  It no doubt hurt a bit, but the pain was tolerable.  We laughed and caught up while he worked.  I barely noticed what was happening.  Passerbys notice how relaxed I was, and Ian really helped to make the experience (not just cause he's my friend).  It has been three weeks almost and it is completely healed.  I am consistently getting compliments.  Many people think it looks more like a painting than a tattoo.  The most important thing is sanitary when getting a tattoo, I believe talent is next then you must find an artist you can talk to.  Ian, as a person, has always been an easy guy to get along with.  Setting biases aside, I would go back in a second to him.  His professional standards are high and his workmanship is excellent.
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