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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 30

Fully handpoked custom Corrupted Ashbringer from WoW for Zion 🗡️💀

WOW what a beast of a tattoo!! I can't believe we got this all done in one session. You sat like a champion for this big piece! Thank you for coming to me with this badass idea, it was a lot of fun making it come to life with you.

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 24

Handpoked trans symbol with a pop of red for Areyn ❤️

Thank you, it was a joy to meet you and add to your collection! I'd love to do it again sometime :)

Booking for June, dm, email [email protected] to schedule!

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 23

Clown flash sheet for a clown themed event I'm tattooing at this Saturday!

Ahh I'm so excited, I had such a fun time drawing this cuties! Maybe I'll draw up some last minute scary ones, too..

Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 19

It's always hard for me to pick up on tone through text. Whenever I see someone say "it can be explained" as far as brains/experiences go, I get rubbed the wrong way. Thanks for the article.

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 18

Just because something can be explained in scientific or clinical terms, does not remove the mystery of its' essence. Reducing the endless variety of experiencing reality to "neuro components" removes the human element in a big way. What are you accomplishing by trivializing natural phenomena?

Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 17

There is a better world at our fingertips! I will never give into nihilism. Everything and everyone we need is here, has been here. There is a better world, and it's calling for us!

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 17

I feel similarly about schizophrenia. Much overlapping, misunderstanding, glossing over many ancient, cultural perspectives. I feel we are getting closer to understanding what these experiences are outside of western psychiatry.

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 16

Stylized PNW native plant flash sheet 🌱

#flashsheet #tattooflash #planttattoo

Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 15

Me4u handpoked palm tattoo for Zion ❤️

Last two pics are healed! I love tattooing palms, it's very cool to see this one has held up so well.

I'm always down to tattoo palms, if you have a fun idea, lmk and let's make it happen :))

#seattletattooartist #palmtattoo #qttr #transtattooartist

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 12

Machine made this existing tattoo into a trans symbol for a wonderful repeat client of mine, Sam!

It's always a joy to tattoo you Sam! Thank you for trusting me to do this special tattoo and for letting me do machine for the black fill. I'd love to tattoo you again anytime!

Booking for May!

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 6

Handpoked (AKA stick and poke) tattoos are so special and intimate because they exist on a global scale. Evidence of tattooing has been found across the Earth; ranging vastly in significance, style, and application. We are all connected through art, and tattoos are an embodiment of that connection.

Examples of tattoos from around the world. Featuring Māori, Samoan, Chinese, Egyptian, Indian, Diné, and Haida tattoos.

A preserved skin of an ancient human, found in Siberia. From the article: "Archaeologist Sergey Yatsenko of the Russian State University for the Humanities says the animal most commonly found was a monster that took the form of a wild goat with an eagle’s beak and a panther’s tail. This creature appeared on the upper part of the right shoulder of most of the mummies. On the left shoulder, the Pazyryk people sported the depiction of a tiger or a wild ram. A rooster poised for battle was frequently tattooed on noblemen’s forefingers, and a group of goats or rams often marched along their lower legs."

Tattoo on the arm of the "Siberian Ice Maiden". She is a mummy from the 5th century that was found near the Russia-China border in 1993. From an article "Ukok Plateau, the Ice Maiden – often referred to as the 'Princess of Ukok' – offered a remarkable glimpse into the world of the Pazyryk people, a nomadic tribe that roamed the steppes more than 2,500 years ago. Impeccably preserved by the cold, the Ice Maiden’s still form lay accompanied by six horses, meticulously arranged in a radial pattern, symbolizing her status and significance in life. But it wasn't just her burial rites or the artifacts she was interred with that drew gasps of wonder and intrigue; it was the intricate designs that adorned her skin."

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 5

Handpoked, simple stars as a pet dedication design for Catherine! ✨

It was lovely to see you again, thank you for coming back and getting this sweet design! Until next time :))

Booking for May! Check out my IG 2 schedule. Dm, 🔗 in bio, or email [email protected] to book!

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 4

Some healed tattoos from over the years! Trying to get better at posting here regularly. I have a lot of cool and fun tattoos to share!!

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · May 4

Handpoked fairy frog!! I love tattooing fairy creatures. Any animal can be turned into a fairy!! ANY animal. You can fight me on this, and lose, if you want.

#handpokedtattoo #qttr #fairytattoo #frogtattoo

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · Apr 30

I have a lot of time to tattoo you this May! Check out my IG @skullgunk for examples of my work, as well as my flash/one-off designs, available in my highlights. Thank you so much to all my repeat clients and referrals, you're helping me keep my dream afloat!!

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · Apr 25

Machine made angel for a lovely client, Scout. I have been having a wonderful time using machine lately. It is a whole different experience than handpoking, but I am getting the hang of it.

Do you prefer handpoke or machine tattoos?

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Vera @verabop.bsky.social · Apr 23

@skullgunk.bsky.social hooked me up with a snuppy tattoo today

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · Apr 20

My May books are open!! Come get a new tattoo before the sun and swimming returns.

Customs are open! Check out my IG @skullgunk to see more examples of my work :))

Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · Apr 19

Do you have any questions or problems you feel nervous/hesitant to bring up to your tattoo artist? Drop them down below and I'll do my best to give you an unbiased answer! I encourage other tattoos artists to engage with comments, as well.

#tattooartist #ama #seattletattooartist

Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · Apr 19

What's more important to you: The tattoo itself, or the experience of getting it? Are they equally important? I'm always curious, and often ask my clients this.

#ama #tattooartist #transtattooartist #qttr #tattooquestions

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · Apr 15

An angel and fresh corn!! From my guest spot at Holy Vault Tattoo in SoDo. I love tattooing so much. If you want lineart of pretty much anything, I'm your guy!! #linearttattoo #seattletattoo #transtattooartist #handpokedtattoo

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · Apr 14

Little comic I made about a button idea I had for cov!d cautious service workers who are tired of justifying themselves to rude customers. Mind your own business, we're not bothering you. You're acting like we're holding you down and forcing a mask on your face, we're really not. Chill out.

Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · Apr 14

Fully handpoked wrap around snake tattoo!! Wow what a fun challenge. The stencil was so gnarly to figure out; I couldn't be happier with the results. More wrap around tattoos!! 🐍

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · Apr 14

Got to poke this lovely widow spider and two crows the other day. I fucking love my job. Drawing permanent spiders and crows on people?? Yes please.

#seattletattoo #seattlehandpoke #qttr #transtattooartist

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Mikauley Monster @skullgunk.bsky.social · Mar 29

Handpoked Palest!nian olive leaves for a wonderful return client, El 🫒

100% of profit from Palest!nian designs are donated to my friends in G@za ❤️

Keeping the original tattoo lines uncovered created such an interesting contrast, and I love it! I look forward to tattooing you again sometime :))

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