Tattoo Portfolio

Ill be heading to the 20th Meeting of the Marked Tattoo Expo in Pittsburgh Pa. If youd like to set up an appt with me at the convention please email me at davidmeektattoos@gmail.com. See you all there. Im also taking appointments for larger 1 sitting or multi sitting tattoos in Ashtabula Ohio for November. Please contact me if youd like to schedule you Northeast Ohio tattoo with me. email davidmeektattoos@gmail.com for appts.

"Diamond's flight" — full color red diamond and wings

Black and grey sexy girly rose tattoo on a shoulder, by David Meek Tattoos

sexy girly custom color lightbulb candle flame and rose leg tattoo by David Meek Tattoos

Color half sleeve custom indian girl head tattoo by David Meek Tattoos

Tough manly color custom bloody skin rip arrowhead rib cage tattoo by David Meek Tattoos

Tough Sexy Cool Custom color skull rose and flame inner arm tattoo by David Meek Tattoos

"Shoulder Rose" — full color red diamond and wings

Black and grey sexy girly rose tattoo on a shoulder, by David Meek Tattoos

sexy girly custom color lightbulb candle flame and rose leg tattoo by David Meek Tattoos

Color half sleeve custom indian girl head tattoo by David Meek Tattoos

Tough manly color custom bloody skin rip arrowhead rib cage tattoo by David Meek Tattoos

Tough Sexy Cool Custom color skull rose and flame inner arm tattoo by David Meek Tattoos

Well it’s been long over due since I wrote anything on here. Christmas was crazy, new years was calm, I turned 28 in January and I think I made my 21st birthday look like my 1st birthday. All in all things are truckin along nicely. I am now taking appointments for then last week of February and most of march at fast lane tattoo on oracle. I am also taking appointments for the Allentown tattoo convention at the end of march and beginning of April. More on that as my travel dates are in order.

Day of the Dead Bride Tattoo By David Meek Tattoos

Harry Potter Tattoo By David Meek Tattoos

Realistic Color Portrait Buffalo Tattoo by David Meek Tattoos

Traditional Ship Face Tattoo By David Meek Tattoos

Traditional Eagle and Flag Tattoo Flash by David Meek Tattoos

Well December is here and I thought I would share some of my recent doodlings in an update! I’ve got some photos of some great rose tattoos that I had a ton of fun doing the last few days and would live to do more! I’ve also got some healed and fresh pics of some traditional tattoos in the works which are always fun and I would live to do those more often as well! And finally some flash I’ve been putting together. It’s kind of a quick thrown together post so stay tuned for better photos in the tattoo section. Til then I’ll see ya at the shop.

Thanksgiving is over at not a moment too soon. It was a close one this year. It almost got in the way of people’s ability to enjoy a nice black Friday. Luckily black Friday started on Thursday not the least bit distracted by families trying to enjoy each others company. Well all that nonsense aside I’m still thankful to be here another year tattooing and living and loving every moment. I’m very fortunate to have such rad friends that I consider family and such a unique family that makes me very grateful that they raised me proper! My kiddo had a great time too, playing herself into waves of crankiness due to not wanting to nap. She even got to hang with her great grandad for a bit which was awesome.
Now it’s into Christmas full steam ahead. Time for occupy local business. Spend money with tattooers, barbers, bartenders, treat yourself to a thriving local economy this year!
Come by and set up some time for a rad tattoo!

Well after being out of town for 7 days the old adage remains true. There is no place like home. I arrived in Pittsburgh on Monday the 24th around 3pm to be greeted by my best pal Kernal Tubbs and Adon Curley. After a brief catch up moment we were in the car at around 100 laughs per minute. I dont remember laughing so much ever. Maybe it was the lack of sleep, the time change, or the mushmouth jokes coming from a couple of good ol boys (whose sole purpose it would seem), is to butcher what the rest of the civilized world calls the English Language. Perhaps a combination of all three but hysterical none the less. I miss these guys for a reason.

We ended up getting back to Ohio that night and hung out at the FX Tattoos til close. I miss working there so bad. The lobby is smothered in awesome flash and the hallway is draped with original artwork dedicated to the shop. It is such a rad place. We ended up tattooing there til Wednesday hanging out with some of my old customers and meeting some new faces. Everyone was super nice. By the time Wednesday came there were 5 additional artists from different states all meeting at Tubbsys shop to get ready for Pittsburgh. It was tight quarters for sure but we liked it that way.(eeewwww)

Thursday night in Pittsburgh was the beginning of the end, and included some back alley haircuts with broken shards of glass, kidnapping a steelers fan, and a few cocktails to get the weekend started. If that was a sign of things to come we were all doomed.

Friday brought us all together again in the ballroom ready for action. It was a lot for me to take in still. Every time I see my booth in line with all the heavy hitters I wonder if I can hold my own, and honestly I still dont know. As for Saturday and Sunday the weekend picked up and lots of people came through aisles. It seemed like everybody was doing something amazing. Its nice to see everyone doing great work and having a good time together. I think thats what gives me the biggest rush, the sense of community I feel.

There were so many major details that and funny stories that eventually brain whiskey soaked brain had to push some of them to the way back to make room for new ones. In the end I took away a re-enforced feeling of camaraderie, some awesome new reference from Kernal Tubbs and Lowercase J, some new flash from Joe Thompson, a gallon of new friends and a new nickname. Lets hope its doesnt stick to well. haha. You can bet you’ll find me there next year. Its well worth all the Mexican jokes.

Special thanks to (In order of appearance)
Jr and Mandi Tubbs, Dustin Arnett, Jeremy Seese, Josh Pyle, Billy, Adon Curley, Dan Paone, Josh Fallon, Krooked Ken, Tim Beck, Zane Leibowitz, Johnny Fry, Nate Deal, Kevin Chasek, Erich Foster, John Hogan, Lowercase J, Seth Leibowitz, Jeff Cornell, Charliegrrl, Josh, Tim Azinger, Joe Thompson, Pete Larkin, Desmond Mooney, and of course Wes ( the steelers fan i kidnapped). Im probably forgetting a couple of rad people so thanks to everyone that was awesome to me! Im very blessed to know you all.

David Meek basking in the glory of his regurgitation during a late night.
Moment Immortalized by Desmond Mooney

It seems as though there is never enough time in a day when you want to do something awesome. I feel like I am so behind on artwork and only have 5 days left til my journey begins. In case you don’t recall i will be headed to Ohio to tattoo a bunch of friends and get tattooed by my pal Kernal Tubbs. Then we will all be off to Pittsburgh to the Meeting of the Marked Tattoo Expo. I have no appointments scheduled in Pittsburgh so come on by if you want to chat or get tattooed.

In other news i just finished my book that will be for sale in Ohio and Pittsburgh. Its titled Flora Pour Ehemplo, a sketchbook of Birth flowers and line drawings. Im super excited to have finally put this thing together after putting it off for over a year. It will be a limited to only 50 copies and will come with a limited edition print for $50. All books will be hand signed and numbered. I will also have a couple of oil paintings and limited prints for sale as well as a couple of wooden plaques and limited prints of those too. All limited art will be signed and numbered and never produced again. Once its gone its gone so be sure to grab some original art or limited prints while you can.

Flora Pour Ehemplo, a sketchbook of birth flowers by David Meek Tattoos

And another little side note. I haven’t confirmed it personally but I’ve been told that a skull rendering I did in the spring of 2010 has been included in the book Cranial Visions. If you don’t have it, get it. Its a great reference for skulls and I think I have a piece in it.

5×7 skull. Marker and colored pencil on watercolor paper.
Skull Painting by David Meek Tattoos featured in Cranial Visions

All in all Im just really excited to see and hang out with a bunch of good people, Johnny,Zane, Ken, Erich, Cooper, Tim, Seth, Joe, Kevin, and Nate. And anyone else that is awesome!! see youse guys soon!

Now that October is here the Arizona heat is finally starting to die down. The average temps are now in the upper 80’s and lower 90’s. I know that doesn’t sound like October weather but after 3 months of 110 its glorious. This is also the month that Clint S and myself will be doing a wee bit of traveling. Heading northeast to Ohio and heading to Pittsburgh for the Meeting of the Marked Tattoo Expo. Im really excited to see one of my best friends in this business JR Tubbs . Working with him was one of the greatest experiences of my career and knowing him is one of the greatest honors of my life. Ive learned to Tattoo and “act” like a man. haha. Its gonna be a great week. If you are in the Northeast Ohio area or Pittsburgh Pa area from the 24th-31st let me know. Id love to do some awesome tattoos on ya or at the very least, Ill let you buy me a beer. Im always down for Realistic Tattoos, Portrait Tattoos, Animal Tattoos, Traditional Tattoos, Rose Tattoos, Skull Tattoos and anything else you can think of.

Here is a little tattoo I did Saturday night. It looks like a man did it.

Traditional Ship Tattoo By David Meek

This month i put on a raffle to benefit a friend of mine struck by a train in North Carolina. Being a 1 man operation my efforts were small but deliberate. I managed to raise just under $500 bucks for my pal Dan Roberson. With a now 4month old son and not working for at least another 6 weeks, every little bit helps.

Id like to thank everyone that participated in my fundraising efforts:

Nichole, Britney, Carla, Nathan, Ned, Ben, Cyndi, Stephan, and Bobbie. In addition to the raffle I auctioned a handful of origianls that I had painted and as of today the winners are Bryce, Rebekah, T.O Roberson, and Bobbie yet again.

And now the moment we’ve all been waiting for the winner of $400 worth of tattooing by me is…………………

Ned Jaquish… Hell yeah man. Congrats to you and again I want to thank EVERYONE that bought tickets. Youre all winners to me and everyone that bought a ticket will recieve $20 off of their next tattoo of $100 or more.

Its getting to be that time… The Dan Roberson Benefit Tattoo Raffleis coming to a close. With 8 days left the chances are looking pretty darn good for anyone that got in while the gettin was good. That doesnt mean its over, not by a long shot. At $20 bucks a ticket there is still a chance for anyone to get on board. Dont wait, get your tickets today. We are so close to having a months rent paid clear for my pal.

I also have finished some new artwork for the art auction. I am super stoked on the response from the auction. As of now i think every piece Ive uploaded has been spoken for. And there is still more coming. I just finished a 9 piece magnet set valued $90 with the opening bid at $25 buckaroos. Quite the value.

In travel news, it has become official that my pal Clint Schliecher will be joining me at FX tattoos in Ashtabula OH, October 25th and 26th. and Pittsburgh Pa at the Meeting Of the Marked Tattoo Expo October 28th-30th. I am taking appointments for both here. I will be unvieling a project Ive had in the works for a few weeks, some new art and with any luck some merchandise. I am truly excited to see all my friends in Ashtabula, Pittsburgh and beyond. Its been too long.

And of course the social media update, as always you can find me on facebook. But now you can follow me on twitter @davidmeekart, and follow me on the next wave at google+! I look forward to seeing you all at the shop or on the road or somewhere in cyber space.

9 piece magnet set valued at $90… bidding starts at $25 bucks here

5×7 girlhead. Bidding starts at $25 here

So in the last week the Dan Roberson Tattoo Benefit has slowed down a bit. We were able to raise over $200 in the first week alone, but he needs more. He is out of work for at least a few months and My goal is to make one of those months rent and worry free. If you would like to send him well wishes you can send them here. or you can check out some art for auction at my facebook page. The art is going quickly with $100 being pledged in the 1st hour. Im not sure ill be able to keep up with the demand of painting for the benefit as well as for me and other projects, but Ill give her hell.

In other news i have created a twitter account that Im quickly growing more fond of. I wasnt sure about it, but Ive come around. You can follow me @davidmeekart and I will gladly follow you in return. I will also post links for where you can add your bid for the art that everyone is talking about.

Add your bid for the skull and guns here

and for this heart here.

Thanks for reading. Ill see ya at the shop.

20th Annual Meeting of the Marked Tattoo Expo

Long overdue!

December is here!

Thankful for all a yall

Back to the grind in Tucson!

Ashtabula Ohio and Pittsburghs Meeting of the Marked

October is here!

WE HAVE A WINNER!!!

Only 1 week left!!!

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