Columbia Tattoos

I’m here in Columbia, Maryland specifically to hear Bill Stevenson present his ‘History and Culture of Tattoos’ at at Kalher Hall. When I heard about his lecture, I immediately went online and found this smokin’ deal for a hotel room in Columbia, which is a suburb town next to Baltimore. Since my thesis is about the art of tattoos, I thought this would be a great opportunity to see if I’ve missed anything in my research.

But, before Mr. Stevenson’s presentation, I went to Baltimore to check out the Tattoo Museum . The outside of the building was great. They had two door size panels on each side of the entrance displaying beautiful tattoo artistry. Very colorful, there was no way for me to miss the entrance. The Tattoo museum was created to educate the public about the history of electric tattooing in America. They have exhibits dedicated that have preserved the stories, images, spirit, myths and truths, and anything else concerning American tattoos from its beginnings in the 19th century up to present day. The tour is free and what was really great is there is a fully functional tattoo shop. The tattoo artists do tattoos from Old School traditions to Kanji, Japanese, names, portraits, Black and Grey or custom designs.

Currently, there are seven tattoo artist on staff, and the work they do is on display so that you have a better idea of their expertise. Bill Stevenson is one of the artist! I didn’t know that. His work is superb. Very precise, clean and unique. He wasn’t in right at the moment, probably preparing for his lecture back in Columbia. Laura Rachel was there and her work is also great, she has a great eye for details, very realistic. Dave Sobel was there also, and his work is also fabulous.

It was great to know that there’s a Tattoo Museum that diligently keep a record of the history of Tattoos. Thanks to the staff of the Museum. You are doing great work.