Halloween 2013 Flashback!

Wondering around the ol’ computer and came across some great photos of Studio 21’s Halloween party last year (2013). Sometimes you get a little busy and time just flys by…It’s wild how many great times we’ve been able to  share  with the Studio 21 Fam. I think I speak for us all when I say, “Damn I wanna party every day!” Sometimes we get so busy tattooing, we forget to share these really awesome moments with our friends, clients and 21 Family, so here ya go. We sure do appreciate the great people that we have the privilege of working with here at Studio 21 Tattoo and always are looking forward to spending those great nights together away from the shop. THANKS CREW!!

Studio 21 Tattoo Team Hits the Road

The following artists from Studio 21 Tattoo Gallery will be on the road attending tattoo conventions. Charlie Spencer, Austin Spencer, Jason Paxman and Justin Wilson. Only Charlie and Austin will be attending Vancouver, WA.

Schedule: Tattoo LaPaLooza: Miami, FL. Jan. 6 – 8th, 2012 http://www.tattoolapalooza.com/

                   Star of Texas Tattoo Revival: Austin, TX. Jan. 13 – 15th, 2012, http://www.golivefast.com/

                   Ink Travelers: Vancouver, WA., Feb. 16th – 22nd, http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ink-Travelers/175539385796177

Javier Torres Takes A Seat in the Chair

Common interest of the MMA and UFC united Jason and Javier. The results of this reunion was a custom tattoo project reflecting Javier’s heritage, a well executed Mayan warrior on his arm in black and grey style. Javier “Chunty Boy” Torres is a future UFC hopeful in Season 13 “Ultimate Fighter” which started on March 30th, 2011. The two finalists will fight at the Palms Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. We wish Javier the best of luck! http:www.elchuntyboy.com

Battle Royale…A Win Win.

Studio 21 Tattoo Gallery held the “Battle Royale w/Cheese” event March 6th, 2011. The weather was perfect and everyone turned out, what a good time!!! Early afternoon the three food trucks rolled in and set up quickly along with the crew from Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum. Once the bar opened, things begin to happen real quickly. Our locals were ready to rock…good food, good vibe, good music and killer tasty drinks. The crowds grew quickly and anywhere from 600 -800 passed through in a four hour window, awesome. Everyone came hungry and ready to grub. The judging began and the winners were: SlidinThru-Best Curb Appeal, Fuku Burger-Best Crowd Hype, LBS Patty Wagon-Best Burger. Our resident, apprentice, Josh made the steel trophies for the event, really creative. Every truck placed in a category, which was great for them. Fat Daddy’s Ice Cream truck was also on site with delicious treats for the little ones and those adults who wanted to top off the burgers with a little sweetness. The Sailor Jerry Rum concoctions were keeping a long steady line at the bar. Many local artists, as well as our tattoo artists at Studio 21 showed up with really nice pieces for the art show that accompanied the event, all food themed. This event was a big success and we thank everyone involved who made it happen. A special thanks to Austin Spencer, owner of Studio 21, for all his hard work coordinating with all the vendors and getting the word out to all the social media outlets, etc. Thank you to Brock with VegasFoodRestaurant.com for all your input, great working with you. We love our clients and all extended families who always come out to spread the love, see you at the next one! Join our FB Fan Club to keep up with the latest.

From Sculpture to Tattoos!

Meet Josh Spendlove, Charlie’s tattoo apprentice. An accomplished sculptor by trade, he decided to explore the world of tattooing for a living. Once you see his website, you might wonder why the interest in tattoos. http://www.jspendlove.com/. His thirst for knowledge and his drive has pushed him to pursue many creative outlets, and his passion for art in whatever form, has widened his perspective and put him on the fast track to tattoo. Josh’s time is spread thin between his real job, working on watercolors, creating tattoo designs, making tattoo machines and shop assistant to Charlie. He has come a long way quickly and is learning from the some of the best. Call the shop if you are interested in getting tattooed by Josh, designs are limited at this point, but he is off to a great start.

Local Chefs Mix Food and Ink

In Las Vegas Weekly March Issue they wrote an article on Las Vegas Chefs and Their Ink. Austin’s long time client and friend Tony Leitera was kind enough to give credit to Austin for his hard work and creativity on his sleeve. Tony has worked in many of Las Vegas incredible restaurants around town and is currently Specialty Room Chef at Village Seafood Buffet at the Rio. Tony has about 80 hours worth of ink on his arms, chest and legs, including one tattoo based on a recurring childhood dream and another inspired by his shot of choice-the Irish Car Bomb. Quote Tony, “I’ve always gotten tattooed for myself. When I’ve thought about getting tattoos on my back or the back of my legs, I can’t see those unless I look in the mirror. To me that doesn’t make any sense. I get tattooed for myself”.  If you would like to check out more of what Tony has to say visit http:www.lasvegasweekly.com/videos/2010/mar/25/775/

Lone Star Round Up, Austin, TX

April 2010, Charlie, Austin and Becki joined a good friend Paul in Austin, Texas for a mini 3 day vacation. If you have never been to this event, and love cars, it is a must. It is held at the Austin Expo Center in what seems like several football fields of cars, more than you can possible look at in one day. A weekend filled with loud pipes, live music,pin striping, specialty vendors, shopping and a swap meet for vintage parts and accessories. The Saturday night cruise down Congress Ave. to the capital is worth the trip in itself. The event is covered by all the major car rags, Rod & Custom, Rolls & Pleats, Street Rodder, Rod & Kulture, Deluxe, Custom Rodder, etc to name a few. It’s a good time for sure, great art, cars, food and a little humidity to go all around. http://www.lonestarroundup.com