Mistah Metro began tattooing back in 2004. A cousin who was a tattoo artist, until he dove in to the world of computer graphics, sold him all his equipment. With little knowledge and no experience Metro started reading many books and hanging out at tattoo shops. Being a tattoo artist was a long time dream of young Metro. He remembers drawing on classmates with markers, they would give him a couple bucks to draw their name and a quick design. Although tattooing was always his dream there is a huge difference in tattooing skin and drawing on someone with a marker. After gaining enough courage and “book knowledge” his girlfriend let him do his first tattoo. The results were pretty good and for the next year he practiced on all his friends and even some family members. He decided he was ready to work in a shop.
Mistah Metro worked at Blackstar Tattoo Studio for another year until they closed. Although the hours were long he gained much insight on how to become a better tattoo artist. He learned everything from fundamentals and proper design layout to dealing better with clients. The experience was most definitely beneficial to his career and growth.
Mistah Metro will be joining the crew of Black Lotus/Jaz Tattoo October 1st. He looks at tattoos as a spiritual journey between the tattoo artist and the person receiving his work. It is a right of passage which can not be rushed or taken for granted. Planning and patience is essential in the creation of a successful design. Mistah Metro specializes in custom, one of a kind designs which includes, but is not limited to, native, old school, lettering, japanese, and floral designs. He works with disposable needles and tubes and is also licensed by the New York State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. To book an appointment call at (718) 622- 1577 or email at blacklotusbk@gmail.com
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