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Machine Gun Kelly: Tattoo Flash

This American Traditional flash sheet was hand-painted, then digitally enhanced, as a tribute to Tickets to My Downfall — one of my all-time favorite records by Machine Gun Kelly. The collection features six original designs inspired by the songs “drunk face,” “kiss kiss,” “bloody valentine,” “forget me too,” “jawbreaker,” and “banyan tree.” Each piece translates the album’s raw emotion, pop-punk energy, and vulnerability into bold, symbolic visuals rooted in traditional tattoo aesthetics. The fusion of analog and digital techniques gives the flash a textured, expressive edge that matches the spirit of the record.

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Fall Out Boy: Tattoo Flash

This hand-painted American Traditional flash sheet pays tribute to Folie à Deux, my favorite Fall Out Boy album. The collection features six original designs inspired by standout tracks including “I Don’t Care,” “America’s Suitehearts,” “Disloyal Order of the Water Buffaloes,” “She’s My Winona,” “Coffee’s For Closers,” and “Headfirst Slide Into Cooperstown on a Bad Bet.” The flash also includes a reinterpretation of the album’s iconic bear-and-boy cover art, fusing it with bold traditional tattoo aesthetics. Each piece reflects the album’s theatrical, chaotic charm — blending satire, emotion, and symbolism into timeless visuals that speak to the heart of this era of Fall Out Boy.

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The Maine: Tattoo Flash

This hand-painted American Traditional flash sheet pays tribute to Pioneer, the third studio album by The Maine. Featuring six original designs inspired by standout tracks — “Identify,” “Like We Did (Windows Down),” “Some Days,” “Thinking of You,” “Don’t Stop Listening to Rock and Roll,” and “Don’t Give Up on Us” — the set visually interprets the emotion and storytelling woven throughout the record. Each piece blends lyric-driven symbolism with bold, timeless tattoo aesthetics.

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Calgary Flames: Tattoo Flash

This hand-painted American Traditional flash sheet is a tribute to my favorite NHL team, the Calgary Flames. The collection features bold, nostalgic designs inspired by iconic players including Jarome Iginla, Miikka Kiprusoff, Sean Monahan, and Johnny Gaudreau, as well as fan-favorite mascot Harvey the Hound. The Saddledome — a symbol of Calgary’s hockey history — is also featured, honoring its legacy as the team’s legendary home arena. Each design fuses classic tattoo styling with deep hometown pride, celebrating the culture, characters, and legacy of Flames hockey.

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Hamilton: Tattoo Flash

Each design element visually interprets recurring motifs and lines from the show, capturing the revolutionary spirit, emotional depth, and lyrical brilliance that define the musical. The piece blends timeless tattoo symbolism with historical storytelling, resulting in a stylized tribute to both the art form and the source material. The design was recognized and retweeted by the official Hamilton Twitter account, underscoring its resonance with fans and the production alike.

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Harry Styles: Tattoo Flash

This hand-painted American Traditional flash sheet is inspired by Fine Line, the second studio album by Harry Styles. Featuring six original designs drawn from the songs “Adore You,” “She,” “Falling,” “Sunflower (Vol. 6),” “Fine Line,” and “Canyon Moon,” the collection captures the album’s dreamy, emotional, and often surreal atmosphere. Each piece uses classic tattoo motifs to explore themes of love, longing, vulnerability, and joy, blending vintage-inspired visuals with the distinct mood and storytelling of the record.

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Freaky Friday: Tattoo Flash

This digital American Traditional flash sheet pays homage to Freaky Friday — one of my all-time favorite films. The collection features bold, nostalgic designs inspired by iconic moments and symbols from the movie, including the logos of the House of Blues and the fictional band Pink Slip. Matching fortune cookie tattoos nod to the body-swap twist, and a design immortalizing Jamie Lee Curtis’ unforgettable “cryptkeeper” line. This flash blends pop culture references with classic tattoo aesthetics, celebrating the film’s chaotic heart and lasting cult appeal.

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