Bodkin Tattoo Montreal

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Dominique — Thu, 02 May 2013 20:17:25 +0000

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Getting Inked: Bodkin Tattoo

Dominique Bodkin has always loved classic tattoos and the walls of her tattoo parlor, are a testament to that infatuation. Bodkin Tattoo is lined with faded ink sketches of anchors, ships, and sailors – all in ornate frames. Far from the cliché, you’d be hard pressed to find anything in the parlor that looks to have been inspired by angsty rebellion. Instead, the shop feels more like an homage to the history of the tattoo.

That history goes back to Neolithic times and stretches through ancient China, India, and Indonesia to the 19th century where it was introduced to the West as wealthy aristocrats came back from their travels. Queen Victoria was rumored to have a tattoo of a Bengal tiger fighting a snake and even Winston Churchill had an anchor on his arm. But into the mid-20th century tattoos became associated with rebels like biker gangs, convicts, and other ne’er do wells. In 2013? No longer.

Tattoos are a tradition in Bodkin’s family. Her father has been working as a tattoo artist since 1963, so it was no surprise when she followed in his footsteps. Dominique set up shop in Montreal’s Mile End neighborhood and practices her skill alongside the other artists in her shop David Choquette, Vincent Brun, Karl Wojciechowski, and Nicolas Durand. We sat down with Bodkin to talk about her craft and how the meaning of a tattoo has changed over the course of her career.

Q: How did you get your start as a tattoo artist?

My father, who’s also a tattoo artist, taught me. Learning how to tattoo is a long process. You need to be passionate and devote yourself fully to your craft. There’s so much to learn, I still consider myself an apprentice.

Q: Has the perception of tattoos changed in the last ten, twenty, or even fifty years?

There’s no doubt that tattoo culture is more mainstream today. I think that the taboos that have historically existed around tattoo culture are largely disappearing. Tattoos have always been an art, but I think they’re being recognized more than ever as a form of self-expression.

Q: Do you think that a tattoo can be a good representation of someone’s personality?

The act of getting a tattoo is a really unique experience. Everything from the choice of tattoo parlor and artist, to the artwork says a lot about who you are. For a lot of people tattoos are a way to represent a specific moment in their life. Sometimes that moment is symbolic and profound, other times it can be a silly. Just like people, tattoos can be really deep or completely impulsive. •

Bodkin Tattoo is located on 55 Bernard Street West. Check their Facebook page.

Last Rites Gallery présente David Choquette à New York!

Dominique — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:38:33 +0000

Bloom, oil on wood panel, 7×7″
Last Rites Gallery 5th year anniversary exhibition

NEW YORK, NY (April 13th, 2013) – Last Rites Gallery is pleased to announce its 5 Year Anniversary Show that will feature over forty works of art by a selection of its acclaimed roster of artists. The 5 Year Anniversary Show celebrates the gallery’s continued mission to showcase and harbor the world of dark surrealism and honor the artists that have paid the genre homage by digging into the darkest crevices of their minds and souls. It is with the talent, courage and vision of our artists that we thrive and continue to make our mark on the art world. We exhibit these works in gratitude, introspection and camaraderie, with the aspirations to continue challenging both the individual and group to engage and reflect on the beauty within the darkness.

“As both a tattoo and fine artist who specializes in dark art, it has been a dream of mine to open a gallery that serves as both a sanctuary and mecca for the obscure and dark. I am so pleased to have exhibited so many amazing artists throughout the years and look forward to continued success in bringing the genre of dark surrealism to light.” – Paul Booth

Artists include: Stefano Alcantara, Esao Andrews, Shawn Barber, Nick Baxter, Matthew Bone, Timothy Boor, Scott G. Brooks, Patrick Byers, Santiago Caruso, David Choquette, Colin Christian, Sas Christian, Christopher Conte, Rory Coyne, Matt Dangler, Jason D’Aquino, Brian Despain, Yoko d’Holbachie, Leslie Ditto, Mark Garro, H.R. Giger, Peter Gric, Chris Haas, Fred Harper, Naoto Hattori, Michael Hussar, Charlie Immer, S Jenx, Viktor Koen, Luke Kopycinski, Ewelina Koszykowska, Craig LaRotonda, Eli Livingston, Jean Paul Mallozzi, Chris Mars, menton3, Billy Norrby, Annie Owens, Chris Peters, Anthony Pontius, Matt Rota, Jose Manuel Schmill, Beau Stanton, David Stoupakis, Jasmine Worth, Zane York, Chet Zar

Join us on Saturday, April 13th from 7pm – 12am for the opening night party hosted by Mistress Juliya. Come celebrate Last Rites 5 Year Anniversary Show as we feature live entertainment throughout the night including DJ Xris SMack!, Nikki LeVillain and Tabitha Mancini.

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Bodkin Tattoo as a form of unconventionnal art

Dominique — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:30:02 +0000

Tattoos as a form of unconventional art

The Concordian explores tattooing as a form of creative expression

By Colin McMahon / March 26, 2013 / Arts 0 Comments

Photo by Madelayne Hajek

The idea of an ‘artist’ can bring several images to mind. Some might envision a painter standing in front of a canvas with a dirty smock and a brush in hand. Others could see a writer bent over their computer or a director squinting through the lens of a camera. How about a woman in a short-sleeve shirt, exposing arms covered by tattoos, coming at you with a needle?

While tattoos are commonly considered art, they can conjure an image that some would deem below the standard of other artists. As Chicago Tribune writer Jon Anderson commented back in 1996: “Tattoo. What a loaded word it is, rife with associations to goons, goofs, bikers, tribal warriors, carnival artists, drunken sailors and floozies.” Yet the art form can’t be held responsible for the negative stereotypes associated with it, and if one were to walk up Bernard St. W., he or she would encounter Bodkin Tattoo, a shop every bit as respectable and visually appealing as an art gallery.

Stepping into Bodkin Tattoo you are met with a warm and inviting atmosphere. It becomes instantly clear that each of the three tattoo artists (Dominique Bodkin, Vincent Brun and David Choquette) are passionate and dedicated, not just to their work but to making the customer feel at home. Every facet of the interior design appears angled at destroying the preconceived notions of tattooing.

Bodkin has run the shop since its inception two years ago. Bodkin Tattoo is clearly her vision and represents her style of tattooing. “The shop is very old school. It’s my thing. I love those kinds of tattoos,” she said. This means those dying to receive Justin Bieber across their forehead might want to look elsewhere. If the patron is looking for a retro design reminiscent of 1950s, then they’ve come to the right place. Bodkin specializes in both custom and traditional designs, but does everything with a certain flair which reflects the passions and style of her artististry. The result is a very cool and unique tattoo image.

“For me it’s a bit different, for me my father was a tattoo artist too. And he tattooed all the time. I grew up in it.” Her father operated a tattoo shop in Quebec City for twenty-five years before Bodkin opened her own in Montreal.

When asked about the challenges of tattoo design and the obstacles of running a shop, Bodkin presents a very upbeat attitude: “It’s not really a big challenge. You do what you like and the process is not very difficult, you just have to work every day to get the reputation. When you do what you like, it’s never difficult.” However every business has its challenges. “Every day you learn something. Tattooing is a long process, it’s tough, you know. You need to figure everything [out] in the moment.”

For anyone considering the path of becoming a tattoo artist, Bodkin provides an interesting starting point. When asked if she ever drew or made any other type of art, she responded firmly, “No, I always have done tattoos.”

Montreal is fortunate to house a diverse selection of tattoo artists. Bodkin Tattoo is far from the only tattoo parlor in the city, although it is one of the finer and more well-respected ones. For those artists who feel the desire to create on something more living than a page, Bodkin offers strong advice: “Tattooing is the best option. It’s a language of art, it’s a language of expression, of self-expression.”

Bodkin Tattoo is located at 55 Bernard St. W..

ÉNORME MERCI, THANKS A LOT, The Concordian, David Choquette, Vincent Brun, Vincent Khouni!!!

I love you guys!X

Nous sommes ouvert pour Pâques, We are open for Easter!!

Dominique — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:12:17 +0000

Nous sommes ouvert pour la fête de Pâques, c’est-à-dire;

Mercredi 27, jeudi 28, vendredi 29 de 12:00 pm à 7:00 pm.

Samedi 30, dimanche 31 de 12:00 pm à 5:00 pm.

N’hésitez pas à nous contacter pour prendre rendez-vous. C’est Pâques après tout!

We are open for Easter, that is to say;

Wednesday 27, Thursday 28, Friday 29 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Saturday 30, Sunday 31 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Do not hesitate to contact us for an appointment. It’s Easter, after all!

Joyeuse Pâques!x

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Tattoo artist wanted, tatoueur (euse) recherché!!

Dominique — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 18:19:08 +0000

Tattoo artist wanted, tatoueur (euse) recherché
Bodkin tattoo est à la recherche d’un ou d’une artiste tatoueur, tatoueuse.
Nous sommes à la recherche d’un ou d’une artiste passionné avec expérience et portfolio (minimum 5 ans d’expérience!!!) Si vous êtes intéressé, n’hésitez pas à me contacter par message privé.
Tattoo artist wanted
We are looking for a tattoo artist with experience and portfolio (minimum 5 years experience!!!) If you are interested, do not hesitate to contact me by private message.

Dominiquebodkin@gmail.com

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À Voir absolument,Vincent Brun, Bodkin Tattoo, Curious Mtl & Exposant C!!!!

Dominique — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 20:47:59 +0000

http://www.curiousmontreal.com/videos

Nous l’avons donc retrouvé au Bodkin Tattoo, situé sur la rue Bernard, dans le Mile-End. Il y travaille depuis quelques mois à peine et déjà une réelle complicité s’est installée entre ses collègues, Dominique Bodkin et David Choquette, et lui. Tous les trois sont passionnés pour le tatouage, inutile de chercher plus loin. À vrai dire, il suffit de franchir la porte du studio pour être transporté par cette riche et excentrique culture. Force est de constater que le tatouage n’est pas une mode récente, mais que ses racines sont beaucoup plus profondes et subtiles. Pour voir la suite et la vidéo cliquez sur…http://www.curiousmontreal.com/videos/

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Bodkin Tattoo Artiste

Dominique — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:38:02 +0000

Bodkin Tattoo Artiste

Dominique — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 19:05:59 +0000

Certificat Cadeau, gift certificate

Dominique — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 18:30:03 +0000

Des certificats cadeaux sont maintenant disponibles chez Bodkin Tattoo. Pour toutes les occasions, vous pouvez offrir le montant que vous désirez à un être chère pour qu’il puisse réaliser son rêve(!!!). N’hésitez pas à venir nous visiter, il nous fera un grand plaisir de vous rencontrer. Portfolios et dessins personnalisés sur place.
Gift certificates are now available at Bodkin Tattoo. For all occasions, you can offer the amount you wish a loved one so he could realize his dream(!!!). Do not hesitate to visit us, we will be happy to meet you. Portfolios and designs on site.

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Vincent Brun avec Bodkin Tattoo

Dominique — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 21:54:58 +0000

Le tatouage n’est pas issu de culture officielle, les autodidactes du tatouage tirent leurs origines d’une passion incarnée. Vincent Brun artiste tatoueur, peintre, graphiste, remet le tatouage au premier plan des pratiques artistiques contemporaines. Dans cet esprit d’éternelle curiosité en ébullition tous les styles sont permis. Il exalte les univers oniriques et créer des oeuvres hors du commun. Du coeur au corps, l’art du tatouage en constante évolution, du plaisir de l’invention et de la modernité.

Bodkin Tattoo est très heureuse d’accueillir M. Vincent Brun qui se joint à la grande famille. Venez nous voir pour vous faire tatouer ou pour discuter de vos futurs projets de tatouages. Il nous fera un grand plaisir de vous rencontrer. Portfolios et dessins personnalisés sur place.
Bodkin Tattoo is very pleased to welcome Mr. Vincent Brun who joins the family. Come see us to get a tattoo or to discuss your future projects with tattoos. We will be happy to meet you. Portfolios and custom designs on the spot.

Consultation gratuite sur rendez-vous!