Justin

was born and raised in San Diego California. I moved to Hawaii about a year ago and don’t regret it for a minute.

I lived out my early years in Encinitas, C.A. There I met a man by the name of Brent French. We began our friendship with my first tattoo. After becoming good friends Brent decided to take me under his wing and show me everything I needed to know to become a professional Tattooist.

With the knowledge & respect Brent taught me I began working at different shops. Slowly I worked my way through my share of crap shops (you know who you are!) In 2004 I began working at Frontline Tattoo in Oceanside California owned by Jay Betz. At Frontline I met Roy Lava who became my main influence for Black & Grey & Portraits. Roy also hooked me up with my first job in Hawaii. Later I came to meet Chris Sawyer, who showed me a whole new world of Tattooing. From my friends to machines, to ink and art my work continued to grow, eventually it was time for a change.

In 2005 I moved to Hawaii and began to work. After finding out first hand what shops to avoid, I was fortunate to hook up with 808 Tattoo. I now work along side artists such as Billy Whitney. Billy & mr tootalidge provide the perfect atmosphere for me, a custom shop with amazing talent. I truly feel at home in Kaneohe and in 808 Tattoo. I continue to grow everyday as an artist by I will never forget my friends who got me where I am today.

Special thanks to Brent French and Chris Sawyer for all your help, and Billy for tootalizing me.