To whom it may concern... I have now been tattooing for 7 years. Very soon to be 8. This is still young in tattoo years. I have come to a crucial decision in my life, one that I cannot make lightly. I have a very very bad habit of turning hobbies into money making businesses. I started making custom action figures and My Little Ponies over 9 years ago when I was a veterinary technician. I was tired of the daily grind and my partner in crime insisted I could do something with my artwork in the field of tattooing being a seasoned and skilled tattoo artist himself. It was something that I had attempted to break into a long time before and it just didn't work out. Thankfully after a few failed apprenticeships I still had the desire to continue with my goal. That's when I was suggested to Craven Ink. it was my last attempt to give it a go. They have stuck with me through thick and thin. I'll state again they are some of the few people that can put up with me.

I stress. Everyday. That I'm not good enough. That I need to try more. That I need more devotion, more application, more technique, more learning. More blood, more sweat, more tears. And I do. Those of you that know me well know that I have MANY hobbies. Many outlets. Many business ventures.

As of today, I am parting with them. I will no longer be selling doll hairing tools or needles. I will not longer be selling made to order zombie jewelry. I will not longer be offering pre-sales on prints. I am done. I need to do this to relieve my stress. I have been caught up in making that extra little bit of money to support my collecting habit (you say 2,500+ ponies is enough. I say no. never.) I have been caught up in the delight of the sale. I have been caught up in the pursuing of monetary means and fulfillment. I say no, NO MORE. I spend my days off huddled next to my computer printing and arranging endlessly. I spend it hunched over an art desk airbrushing and sculpting. I spend it grinding needle after needle after needle. I wake up to a to do list that doesn't involve "fun" or "relax". I come home every night and toil away or stress out when I don't. I find excuses not to work on things I should because it stresses me.

I can't do this anymore. I need to focus on my artwork. I need to focus on my passion on tattooing. I need to cast aside my business ventures and grow as a person, not as a business(s). I am good enough by myself to do this. I am accepting I cannot do everything. TATTOOING has become my career and my passion. It's time to show it I can stand tall. I need to focus on family. On friends. On life. On enjoyment. On breathing. On the little things.

So on that note----I will be finishing all of my previous commitments. If you have a trade with me or a commissioned piece----you will receive it. My kickstarter funders will be fulfilled. My current orders will be filled and my currents stock will me sold. After I have run out of ready made stock---- back stock and materials will be sold as destash or put up on Etsy or eBay. I must say goodbye. I must become better for myself. I will become more FOCUSED on tattooing. I will still paint. For myself and my clients. I will share when I am ready to share with prints, and selling my creations. I will sell prints as I have time. I will still be doing ponies. But I will be doing what I want to do, and then selling them possibly. The same with paintings. No more commissions.

I am sorry those of you who that disappoints, but when a hobby that you once found joyful becomes a burden---something must be changed. If I make things that people want to buy, I'll be happy to offer them if I chose to sell, but I will not be guilted into it. This is for me. It is my choice, and mine alone. I feel like this is one step in many. Thank you for understanding. ---The Management.

G4 Custom "Serendipity" Made by chance over years of saving bits of Apoxy after sculpts and in between other projects. She really is her namesake!
Painted and Airbrushed with artist quality acrylics. Sealed with MSC. Hair in Bobby Blue and Key Lime by DH.

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She has been SOLD

Thanks for looking!!

I am currently offering PRE-SALES of these prints. This will run until 10/25.

What this means is YOU will receive these prints/artwork at a discounted price. After 10/25 they will be stocked in my Etsy store at regular price The Pre-Orders are helping me purchase materials with which to print on as well as mailers/mattes/bags/ink etc. This is NOT a donation. Your name will be on here---on a list so we can keep track.

*How it works*
I am looking for a minimum amount before I can actually start printing. I have a certain goal to meet for a supply order. Once that goal is reached---I can start printing!

Currently the goal is-- $500 (will edit as pre-orders are made)

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These prints will include beautiful Epson UltraChrome Hi Gloss ink, which is pigment based--meaning these prints should remain strikingly vibrant for decades. Regular run of the mill printers use a dye based ink system which can degrade quickly over time. The ink system uses 2 kinds of black ink for a depth that is unparalleled to regular printing. It also has a gloss optimizer which creates an amazing high gloss sheen when utilized on gloss paper. My watercolors are printed on acid free watercolor rag which creates a beautiful texture that is hard to tell from a real watercolor. All prints will come with a certificate of authenticity signed and dated by me.

MORE INFO AT THE BOTTOM! MORE PRINT DESIGNS AT THE BOTTOM!

ON TO THE PRETTY PICTURES!!!

$5 Pre-order: 3"Magnet or 3" Vinyl Die Cut Sticker - This Pre-order includes USPS First Class shipping.
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$7 Pre-order: 1 (one) 4x6 Print of ANY artwork on page. This Pre-order includes USPS First Class shipping.
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$15 Pre-order: 1 (one) 8x10 Print of ANY artwork on page. This Pre-order includes USPS First Class shipping.visitors can't see pics , please register or login


$25 Pre-order: 1 (one) 11x14 Print of ANY artwork on page. This pledge level includes USPS Priority shipping.
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$27 Pre-order: Six (6) 3"Magnets or 3" Vinyl Die Cut Stickers - This Pre-Order includes USPS Priority shipping. Any artwork on page.
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$40 Pre-order: One (1) 13"x19" Open Edition signed Giclée print of your choice of any watercolor design on this page. Includes USPS Priority shipping in the US.
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I am adding MORE Pre-Order levels---please inquire!


PRINT CHOICES!
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All prints are included from my WEBSITE here:

JerZy Tattoos:

 http://www.jerzytattoos.com/#!art/c15yd

If you see something you like on my site and would like is as the Pre-order Print---please message me for details!

*Shipping*
Prints will be expected to be delivered by the end of November/December or sooner. SHIPPING IS INCLUDED TO THE US FOR PRE-ORDERS. Orders under $25 will be shipped First Class. Orders over $25 will ship Priority with insurance to US. Please expect to add $5-$8 for INTERNATIONAL FIRST CLASS.

All prints 8x10 and smaller will be shipped First Class FLAT. They will be mailed between two stiff pieces of board to protect the artwork. All larger pieces will be mailed PRIORITY USPS (except to international---first class) ROLLED with protective paper covering the artwork/print in tubes or art mailers. All shipping will have tracking numbers included.


Oh and I do have some originals up for sale on my Etsy:

www.etsy.com/shop/ChewsBrains

You can follow me on Instagram for most up to date painting as I post there first
http://instagram.com/barbeddragon

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Hi! I created this dragon for the My Little Pony Fair 2014 Original Custom division entry. He won FIRST PLACE! Yay!!

He is Apoxie Sculpt, Fixit Sculpt, Createx Acrylic Airbrush, Artist acrylics, FW Liquid acrylics in metallic. Fantasy Film wings. Sealed with MSC and Triple Thick Gloss for the eyes. He took about 32 (give or take) hours to complete (months of work between commissions).

He stands about 10" high and 11" wide with his horns and wings. Weighs about 4 lbs.

He is also for sale, I do hate to sell him but I could really use the money right now. I will not offer him for this low price ever again---He took so many hours and so much materials.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/271726485846?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
     

So about 3 months ago I took my Etsy shop down because I was getting a bit overwhelmed (it's our busy season at work, I needed focus) and I was not quite so happy with the quality of my needles. I had done a lot of research already into the handle aspect of my tools, but I needed to focus more on needles.

2 months of research and sixty (60!!!) types and brands of needles later I finally found THE BEST. They last super super longer than the others I had, I'm very tickled with them.

They are for sale in THIS Thread via Etsy. http://mlparena.com/index.php/topic,349985.msg1103861.html#msg1103861

I ONLY HAVE 5 tools left for the fair, if you want 100% to get one at the fair please pre-order!!!

I have a limited amount of tool handles right now, I do have more on the way however I do not know if they will arrive before the fair. If you would like to pre-order your tools/needles before the fair I can guarantee that you will receive them at the fair. Obviously no shipping----please use MLPFAIR14 as the coupon code on etsy.

Any orders using this code and requesting shipping will be refunded.

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For Carmel!

Sculpt- Apoxie Sculpt

Paint- Artist Acrylics sealed with Mr. Super Clear and Triple Thick

Wings- Fantasy Film

Thanks for looking!!!

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Acid Bat is airbrushed and detailed with high quality acrylic paints. She has been sealed with Matte UV Cut sealant and Gloss UV cut sealant on eyes. Her wings are Fantasy Film and plastic coated wire with glitter, Her Hair is hand dyed Mohair from RDUS.

She is on hold