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The adornments of Mr. Michael Bennett are exquisite. Concentric configuration of geometric shapes that collide to create striking works of art that conform serendipitously to their wearer.

With pointillist techniques akin to those of Thomas Hooper, Bennett brings forth subjects predicated on the works of MC Escher with a dash of Eastern influence.

One can find this daily obsession at the infamous 2Spirit Tattoo where Bennett works alongside the influential Roxx and other incredible artists who’s works transcend the medium and border on spirituality.

http://2spirittattoo.com/artists/michael-bennett/

You can’t cross the line with the devine Mr Andrey Grimmy, because there are none. Crass, obscure and visceral elements collide to formulate intense compositions that challenge the eye.

There’s a certain sentimental quality to his work. Construed and reminiscent of other mediums, I find myself completely enamoured with his line-less bounds. What I wouldn’t do to get a sneak peak of his process from the inside out.

If there was a facet of the medium deemed “fine art” or “high art,” then daily obsession Andrey Grimmy of Russia would have the title of master.

https://www.facebook.com/andrey.grimmy

Illustrative Neo Traditional has never been my forte. As a collector, I shy away from it’s aesthetics, but some how Dave Tevenal has pulled me into his prismatic fun house.

With effortless story telling skills, he conveys feeling through the eyes of his subjects and creates transparent illusions that bring immense depth to his compositions.

Tevenal is highly influenced by Contemporary Art, Classic Americana and Japanese revival. He is stylistically so unique, that it translates effortlessly between the fine art medium and tattooing.

This daily obsession currently resides in Columbus, OH where reeks havoc on fresh flesh from within the walls of Momento Tattoo.

http://davetattoos.carbonmade.com/

I’ve recently had the pleasure of participating in a conversation hinged on the following question: Is magic real?

Initially, I would have thrown out the perfunctory “no”, but after gazing upon the otherworldly delights of Mr. Niki Norberg, I stand corrected.

I believe that magic does indeed exist. It is all around us, in every needle sharpened and every drop of ink. That transient energy, often referred to as magic, found in the symbiosis of artist and client.

Norberg wields his machine like, dare I say it, Harry Potter. He tackles compositions that may apear daunting to most artists. His detail is simply superb. An actualization of a tattoo renaissance.

While I sit stunned by the illusion, the spell, this daily obsession has cast upon me, I urge you to seek out a more robust menagerie of Mr. Norberg’s work.

http://www.tattooartproject.com/tattoo-artists/niki-norberg/

When viewing the work of Tom Strom, I find myself being pulled into an abyss of enigmatic talent.

How cavernous can one man’s imagination be? With such fluid illustration and a keen eye for detail, this gent’s opus is down right impermeable.

I implore you to seek out this daily obsession’s robust body of work on Facebook and take the red pill to see just how far the rabbit hole goes.

https://www.facebook.com/tom.strom.90?fref=ts

In my NyQuill haze I have blissfully stumble upon the sword that is the work of Mr. John Anderton and find myself beyond transfixed with his accoutrements.

To put it mildly, his compositions are utterly arresting. Sci-fi and psychedelic rolled into one. A sensory overload of brilliant color, texture and form, perfectly mapped to the suitor.

This high priest of fantasy photo realism can be found at Nemesis Tattoo Studio in the bowls of the UK.

Daily drool-over, I mean daily obsession, John Anderton.

http://nemesistattoo.co.uk/

What’s an appropriate way to say “if I had a dick, I’d fuck these masterpieces?”

While you marinade on that, immerse yourself in the omnipotent woodcut illustrations of Mr. Duke Riley.

The man has undoubtably carved a distinct niche for himself in the business, utilizing an antiquated art form that translates brilliantly to this medium. Inspired by art that has historical significance, he believes in a collaborative approach with his clients, creating an experience as apposed to a session.

“People often come to me and say ‘I want you to tattoo whatever YOU feel like doing.’ I point them in them to a piece of flash I drew of a mermaid, a merman, a sailor, and a pelican having an orgy. They always opt out of that plan.”

This is definitely a daily obsession I wouldn’t mind sharing a brew with.

Mr. Duke Riley. http://www.eastrivertattoo.com

A vexing question amidst artist and collectors alike is what defines brilliant photo realism in context of tattooing. Is it the precision and attention to detail found in works of Nikko Hurtado or the muddled inventiveness of those such as Cecil Porter.

Like any medium, tattooing is subjective. But it doesn’t take an expert to truly discern that the work of Igor Igoryoshi is inclined to ignite emotion.

Igoryoshi exercises what appears to be a smudge technique with a distinct separation of values. A chunky way of rendering that produces visceral and versatile compositions. It isn’t difficult for the viewer to get lost in or perhaps feel as if they where a part of each dynamic configuration. His work breeds emotion.

This Ukraine native’s stronghold is currently Slayer Tattoo in Lublin, Poland. Working amongst the likes of some of Eastern Europe’s finest, he continues to elevate the statue quo in the photo real facet of tattooing.

I can’t imagine anyone not wanting to get on this daily obsession’s list of staggering genius.

http://www.tatuaz.republika.pl