Shelly Dax, Owner/Administrator/Instructor

Click here to hear Shelly discuss how she became a tattoo artist

Tattoo Instructor since 2011
Tattoo Artist & Studio Owner since 2006
6+ years classes LCC & UO Emphasis on Art, Writing, Teaching & Theatre
7 years Youth Arts Instructor with Lane Arts Council
27 years Artist Emphasis on Painting, Costumes & Theatrical painting

Click here to view Shelly’s full size portfolio images

Click here for Shelly’s appearance on Fireside Tattoo Network with Jake Meeks

Gil T. Rodello, Instructor

Graphic Designer since 1998
Tattoo Shop Manager since 2012
Licensed Tattoo Artist since 2014
Associates Degree, LCC
Youth Arts Instructor with Lane Arts Council

Occasional Guest Instructors:

Ryak Martin (Inspired Ink, Coquille Oregon) Ollie Nash (Tattoo Nouvelle, Cottage Grove Oregon) Randi Lazelle (Tattoo Nouvelle, Cottage Grove Oregon) James Bozeman (All In One Tattoo, Grants Pass Oregon) Valentin Serna (All In One Tattoo, Grants Pass Oregon)

2 days ago

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Tattoo artists & apprentices:Have you ever wondered how to do watercolor tattoos? 👀🎨Here's the book for you. Just $32 and available now.shellydax.com/watercolortattoobook/By longtime tattooer & author of the Tattoo Textbook Shelly Dax. ... See MoreSee Less

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Get your SPLASH on! For tattoo artists looking to add the watercolor style to their portfolio this colorful little book is for you!

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1 month ago

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Whoo hoo, my newest book is on Amazon now! How to do Watercolor Tattoos: Painterly Techniques for Tattoo Artists www.amazon.com/dp/1734185244/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_CPJN9D4SE076Q44633QAWatercolor tattoos are an ever-increasing popular request for tattooers the world over. Clients may think this is an easy style—“it’s just a bunch of splashes”—but in reality it is much more difficult to replicate on skin what watercolor paint does naturally on paper. Longtime tattooer Shelly Dax, author of The Tattoo Textbook, shares her colorful journey into the realm of watery (or “aquarelle”) tattoos. From splashy beginnings through technique and color harmony, Shelly shares with you how to successfully execute this painterly method.“I really enjoyed your talk with Jake Meeks on Fireside Tattoo Network. I found the conversation inspiring and I’ve ordered your book. Thanks for the inspiration and good luck with everything.” ~Ron Lawson, M.A. contemporary fine art, & professor at Cumbria University, UK#watercolortattoos #watercolortattoostyle ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

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HEYYYYYY Rowan has time right now for a few hours!! WHo wants to get a spontaneous tattoo? $25 flat fee plus ttip. She has to be done by 5pm. Post here and then you'll need to book on Visibook. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

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THIS FRIDAY! Tomorrow. 💥💥💥💥Shelly Dax needs to do another tattoo for her watercolor book, and has an opening this Friday. Pay what you can afford, minimum $150, and remember Shelly's normal rate is $150 an hour. ....... MUST sit like a champ for at least 4-5 hours, NO wiggles, no cover ups. Need a blank space like leg or arm. EMAIL ANSWERED ONLY: gardenofinktattoo@gmail.com Subject line: WHALE. Please be respectful of her time and ONLY email if you are serious. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 months ago

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😈😈😈Attention URGENT!😈😈😈Unfortunately this page just isn't working out great to have people see opportunities for tattoos.If you want to be informed of special deals, events etc. or see current tattooers work we are going to be using an email list. Just can't get the group or messenger thing to work wellPLEASE take a moment to send an email to us so we can add you to our list. Tell your friends too.gardenofinktattoo@gmail.com.Subject line: Add my email.Thanks. ... See MoreSee Less

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