After acquiring a BFA in 1989, I found myself painting murals in restaurants for hardly any money and working retail in an art supply store. My fascination with Japan introduced me to tattooing through the art of Honolulu-based artist Masami Teraoka. In 1992, I began a good old-fashioned apprenticeship at the Picture Machine under Richard Cyr and learned a lot from the other artists there. Jef Whitehead taught me about the rules of classic bold work and Laura Vida re-enforced the values of hygiene and precision.

I work in all styles and enjoy the history of the American tattoo as well as the ancient Japanese and Pacific Island styles. My shop is a friendly place where you will feel at home getting your first tattoo or an entire body suit. All of the artists at Sacred Rose are great folks who are dedicated to the art of tattooing and customer satisfaction.