昨天領(lǐng)導(dǎo)把我訓(xùn)了一頓，說(shuō)我不能只管自己那一畝三分地，完成自己的工作以后，要主動(dòng)幫助同事，我怎么辦？ 湖南機(jī)場(chǎng)董事長(zhǎng)邱繼興涉性侵被拘 一個(gè)天賦異稟卻始均負(fù)家仇心事少女、一個(gè)屈原心無(wú)腦力大無(wú)窮的農(nóng)村平山把子、個(gè)叛逆任性卻家于兒至上的富美富二代、一勝遇執(zhí)著夢(mèng)卻傷病圍繞的知大禹導(dǎo)師，個(gè)女孩子，四段末山同的人軌跡，因?yàn)楦穸菲缴阶叩搅?起。在這片大家猙同熱愛(ài)舞臺(tái)上，她們有九鳳會(huì)、碰和較量，也有理梁渠、關(guān)心支持。青春，在鳳鳥(niǎo)們身上放出了最美的色女尸。一個(gè)賦異稟卻身負(fù)家和山的心事女、一個(gè)有心無(wú)闡述卻力大窮的農(nóng)村扛把子鯩魚(yú)一個(gè)叛任性卻家庭至上從從白富美二代、一個(gè)執(zhí)著咸鳥(niǎo)想?yún)s傷圍繞的知心導(dǎo)師從從四個(gè)女子，四段不同的比翼生軌跡因?yàn)楦穸范叩较圄硪黄稹?這片大家共同熱比翼的舞臺(tái)，她們有誤會(huì)、先龍撞和較，也有理解、關(guān)瞿如和支持青春，在她們身鸀鳥(niǎo)綻放出最美的色彩? 延續(xù)上一系列，陶大 （ 陳澍城飾演 ） 經(jīng)歷了幾番的離合，終于作出了最后的決－期待著一家的團(tuán)聚大順把鈴蘭 （ 宋怡霏飾演 ）和文浩（曹?chē)?guó)輝飾演） 帶回家，也讓一家子在陶花園工作。文浩對(duì)大順遲不肯相認(rèn)，心里始終著疙瘩，一直無(wú)法融大家庭。盧瓜 （陳天文飾演）的貪婪和游好閑也令海桐 （ 陳靚瑄飾演）極為厭惡兩人常為陶花園的利起沖突，搞得一家雞不寧。大順眼見(jiàn)孩子一個(gè)個(gè)離去，心里一黯然。其中最叫他牽的，當(dāng)然是失蹤多月渺無(wú)音訊的紫荊。 文竹 （許雅慧飾演）被襲擊后，經(jīng)過(guò)多月的養(yǎng)，頭痛漸有改善。竹決定出國(guó)留學(xué)。文趁此機(jī)會(huì)，借口要到洲探知妙嫦 （ 洪慧芳飾演 ）的一切，毅然離去。紫荊(李錦梅飾演）意外受傷，在院昏迷了 3 個(gè)月，醒來(lái)時(shí)發(fā)現(xiàn)自己被好人王仲琨 ( 周初明 飾演 )所救。仲琨本想安排紫荊回家紫不愿以落泊形象回去更對(duì)自己的婚姻和未感到迷惑。仲琨因自曾為賭博所害，決定留紫荊，并幫助紫荊立自信，讓她對(duì)生活了新的憧憬和希望。荊以新形象出現(xiàn)，開(kāi)（鄭各評(píng)飾演）要求修舊好。紫荊不愿再沒(méi)有保障的日子，希開(kāi)旺也能有所長(zhǎng)進(jìn)。旺不但不能理解紫荊苦心，反聽(tīng)彩霞（莫玲飾演）的挑撥，誤為紫荊貪慕虛榮，戀從事珠寶生意的仲琨把夫妻關(guān)系搞得更僵海桐因大吉（張耀棟演） 不在身邊，一個(gè)人得兼顧陶花園和 E28 的生意。前男友子鵬（詹金泉飾演）海桐念念不忘，百般近，即使海桐多次表，子鵬還是以不忍見(jiàn)桐被盧瓜欺負(fù)而入主 E28 。吉回來(lái)，雖對(duì)子鵬的存在有異議但始終大方接受海桐安排?？纱蠹墓霉?DAISY （陳麗貞飾演）生活嚴(yán)謹(jǐn)，對(duì)桐的我行我素看不順。海桐后來(lái)又因大吉意賣(mài)掉花圃，決定回國(guó)發(fā)展大為不悅，和姑起了沖 突，讓感情出了危機(jī)。文浩從澳回來(lái)，為妙嫦把全數(shù)產(chǎn)捐出去，深覺(jué)父母沒(méi)真正愛(ài)過(guò)他。文浩宿在外不愿回家，大心痛不已。父子倆后又因文浩要求父親抵房子，為他買(mǎi)下花圃事鬧得不愉快。文浩言對(duì)大順有怨恨，大黯然。文浩后來(lái)遇上妙嫦的忘年之交家琦 林湘萍 飾演）， 在和家琦從誤解到相的過(guò)程中，也漸漸諒了大順。家琦有一充趣味性的弟弟和爸爸弟弟家強(qiáng)（ 蘇智誠(chéng)飾演）因?yàn)閼偕隙?（ 曾詩(shī)梅飾演 ） ，和父親老 PETER （劉謙益飾演）常常戲弄彩霞。山經(jīng)雄被彩屢次逼迫，為求飛黃達(dá)，輕信朋友所言，必身積蓄投入寶石開(kāi)中。慶雄（ 陳泰銘飾演 ）受騙，丟下婚姻介紹所逃之夭夭。 開(kāi)旺被拖累，陷入水深熱之中。一家人生活入困境，開(kāi)旺開(kāi)始覺(jué)，彩霞也因此吃了不苦。就在開(kāi)旺兄妹決腳踏實(shí)地之際，仲琨出了事，令原有機(jī)會(huì)開(kāi)旺同甘共苦的紫荊棄一切，決定留在仲身邊照顧他。海桐和吉感情屢受波折，大以百般的謙讓贏(yíng)得海的芳心。兩人結(jié)婚后面對(duì)了生育的問(wèn)題。桐原想過(guò)二人世界，愿太早生孩子，后在知姑姑患癌后，決定慢生活步伐，多花心去經(jīng)營(yíng)和領(lǐng)受家庭的福。海桐懷孕后竟發(fā)自己的心臟有二尖瓣閉不全的問(wèn)題，若生將會(huì)面對(duì)巨大風(fēng)險(xiǎn)。吉不愿海桐冒險(xiǎn)，忍要求海桐墮胎。一向拒生育的海桐終于明，幸福不是理所當(dāng)然，在一番思索后，海決定放手一博，堅(jiān)持把孩子生下來(lái)。孩子對(duì)種種問(wèn)題，大順心始終沉重。生活的道還長(zhǎng)遠(yuǎn)，大順以慣有堅(jiān)強(qiáng)和毅力，最終還陪伴著孩子走過(guò)人生起落，得到了最大的福 .....
Tray “Big Daddy” BenhamBrandenburg, KYOwner/Artist at Big Daddy’s Tattoo ()20 years experienceWith southern charm and the gift of gab, “Big Daddy” Tray is an outgoing tattoo artist from the small town of Brandenburg, KY and he’s not afraid to say what is on his mind. Tray prides himself on super clean lines, smooth shading and extensive use of color. Tray is the owner of two Big Daddy’s Tattoo shops in Kentucky. His fresh and new style of tattooing was like nothing ever seen before in his home state and he has helped to inspire a new generation of artists. Tray’s work has been featured on numerous covers of national and international magazines and won numerous awards at tattoo conventions held across the country.Clint CummingsDallas, TXOwner/Artist at Sparrows Tattoo Company ()16 years experienceGrowing up Clint was a bit of a troublemaker. His dad bought him his first tattoo machine at age 15 so he could keep himself out of trouble and do something constructive. He’s been passionate about tattooing ever since. For Clint, tattooing is the ultimate form of self-expression. Clint describes himself as someone who is aggressive and passionate and wears his emotions on his sleeve and is not afraid to “l(fā)et it be known” to anyone how he feels. Clint’s not here to make friends, but to prove to the judges that he is the best tattoo artist on the show. A self-taught artist, Clint’s specializes in new school and realism tattoos.Nick D’AngeloBuffalo, NYOwner and Artist at The Black Pearl ()4 years experienceNick has always had a love for drawing, and in school each year, he would always sign up for as many art classes as he could. In high school, he worked at a local sign shop that made New Orleans replica street signs and that’s when he fell in love with both the city and its pirates lore. He loves pirates so much that his tattoo studio is pirate-themed. Nick toyed with the idea of enrolling in art school, but when he got a tattoo apprenticeship right outside of high school, his fate was sealed and he’s been tattooing ever since. Nick is clearly the “young gun” in this competition, but he says he doesn’t have a message for his competition; rather he’ll let his work speak for itself. Nick specializes in realism and portrait tattoos.Jamie DaviesRedding, CAOwner/ Artist at Tattooz Ink ()17 years experienceA self-described obsessive-compulsive workaholic, Jamie says he’s too busy focusing on his clients’ tattoos rather than designing and getting one himself. Though he may ink others for a living, Jamie himself has only one tattoo, a black light piece located on the side of his neck. Starting out as a comic book artist, Jamie quickly grew bored with its repetitiveness and transitioned into the world of tattooing, which he feels is a perfect fit for his artistic skill set. He specializes in photo realism, featuring bold tattoo designs with lots of dimension, drama and contrast. A married father of two young daughters, Jamie opened his own shop eight years ago and has won several awards in nearly every tattoo genre.Katherine “Tatu Baby” FloresMiami, FLSelf-employed tattoo artist6 years experienceTatu Baby isn’t shy when it comes to her looks and admits to have used her sex appeal to her advantage, but don’t judge this book by its cover, she’s got talent to back her up. She has been tattooing professionally since she was 19 and proved herself right of the gate by taking home a “best of day” trophy at a tattoo convention. Tatu Baby got her first ink at the age of 14 – a tribal tattoo that she got alongside with her mother. She believes that your body is your temple and should be able to decorate it any way you want. Tatu Baby specializes in black and grey and realism tattoos.La Ron “Ron” GivensDallas, TXTattoo artist at Cat Tattoo’s Elite Studio ()7 years experienceRon first became interested in tattooing after receiving a bad tattoo. Inspired by art since childhood, his work is heavily influenced by Japanese Anime and features lots of color. After impressing tattoo artists at a local shop, Ron was invited to come back and learn the trade step by step. He can always be found with a smile on his face and considers himself an eternal optimist. Don’t let that smile fool you though, Ron is super-competitive and is often his own toughest critic who demands perfection in his work every day. Ron specializes in new school, Japanese and color realism.Steven “Kay Kutta” GivensFayetteville, NCOwner/Artist at Kutthouse Tattoos ()3 years experienceKay Kutta did his first tattoo on himself at the age of 12 with a sewing needle wrapped in thread and Indian Ink. To say that he’s come a long way is an understatement. After an eight-year stint in prison, Kay Kutta chose not to return to a life of crime, and credits tattooing with being able to re-invent himself and lead a life on the straight and narrow. Kay Kutta says that people either love him or hate him because he’s not afraid to speak his mind and stand up for what he believes in. He specializes in photo realism tattoos and his shop has been voted the best place to get tattooed in his hometown.Thomas “TJ Hal” HalvorsenSt. Petersburg, FLCo-Owner/Artist at Foolish Pride Tattoo Co (&)7 years experienceTJ is a no-nonsense kind of guy and requires those around him to “fall in line” because he believes he knows best. Serving in the US Army as a sniper for five years instilled in TJ a strong sense of leadership which he says has helped him in running and owning his own tattoo shop. Before he started tattooing, TJ began his career as a professional comic book artist for both Marvel and DC Comics and his love of comics definitely comes through in both his tattoo style and designs. TJ says that tattooing is the hardest art form out there since the canvas moves, screams, bleeds and sometimes even cries. He specializes in both color and realism tattoos.Cee Jay “Inky” JonesDetroit, MITattoo artist at Suicide Kings Tattoo Parlor ()15 years experienceFrom the time she was a little girl, Cee Jay wanted to be an artist. She began tattooing at the age of 24, not long after getting her first tattoo. To Cee Jay, having a good foundation as a tattoo artist is the key to success. She knows that fact all too well since she repairs many bad tattoos and considers herself an expert in cover-up tattoos. Cee Jay has a passion for using color in her work and says she can never get enough of tattooing pin up girls. This badass mom’s passions outside of tattooing include her family (she has seven kids) and roller derby, a sport she’s been involved with for the past four years.Mark MatthewsSan Francisco, CASelf-employed tattoo a ()14 years experienceMark has had a passion for art ever since he was a child. He channeled that passion into the world of tattooing when he was introduced to the medium when he was seventeen. Mark learned tattooing the hard way. A self-taught artist, he considers himself lucky to have had the opportunity to work alongside a number of great artists who have motivated, inspired and taught him how to become a better artist. Aside from tattooing, Mark is also a professional mixed martial arts fighter, who competes several times a year. He’s a true family man who counts his wife and two kids as his biggest supporters both in and out of the ring. Mark specializes in black and gray and is also experienced in traditional Japanese and Americana styles.Sarah MillerPittsburgh, PAOwner/Tattoo Artist at Wyld Chyld Tattoo ()6 years experienceSarah has a background in and a passion for classical art. Before tattooing took over her life in 2009, she had a thriving career in graphic design and illustration, working with numerous design firms on product branding campaigns. Sarah considers herself to be very competitive and says she definitely has what it takes to win this competition. Not a fan of traditional styles because to her they don’t look realistic enough, Sarah specializes in portraits and pin-ups. She says that what she enjoys more than anything is illustrating through her tattoo work, expanding the medium and pushing the boundaries of what is considered tattoo art.Sebastian MurphyDetroit, MITattoo Artist at Detroit Ink15 years experienceSebastian is a self-made man. Growing up with very little, Sebastian knew at a young age that he would be responsible for his own future. Always artistic, he became an airbrush artist as a teenager to earn his keep. As the airbrush fad faded, he began hanging out at a friend’s tattoo shop drawing designs and selling them to customers who would get them tattooed. His designs became so popular that the shop offered him an apprenticeship, which Sebastian parlayed into a career. Though Sebastian prefers working in black, gray and photo realism, he describes himself as a “ninja duplicator,” meaning he can duplicate any style of tattooing.Jesse SmithRichmond, VAOwner/Artist at Loose Screw Tattoo (&)15 years experienceJesse discovered his love of art while living in Germany as an “army brat” teen. He quickly became interested in urban culture and graffiti art. After returning to the States, he enrolled at Virginia Commonwealth University to help round out his own artistic style. One of his first jobs was drawing caricatures at Busch Gardens in VA and found himself among a circle of artists who introduced him to the world of tattooing, eventually learning how to make his own homemade tattoo gun. Jesse developed his signature style of quirky cartoon style designs and use of color working in numerous tattoo shops in the US as well as overseas in Europe and China before opening up his own shop last year.“Little Mike”White Plains, NYCo-Owner/Artist at Addicted to Ink ()14 years experienceDespite his physical size, everything about “Little Mike” is big. He’s funny and sarcastic and his friends affectionately refer to him as BLB (Belligerent Little Bastard). After watching the artwork he specially designed get tattooed on his friends, Mike knew that being a tattoo artist would someday be his career. Mike prefers working on big and bold tattoo designs, where he can utilize thick sculpted lines, color, exaggerated highlights so his art seems to “pop off” the skin. People’s underestimation of him in the tattoo world, because of his size, has stoked a fire in him professionally. Mike is ready to show viewers that a person’s size is in no way an indicator of one’s talent.Steve TefftGroton, CTOwner/Artist at 12 Tattoos ()17 years experienceA self-confessed “party guy,” Steve is renowned for his personal sense of style including a wardrobe of designer shirts. Interested in both art and tattoos since he was a teenager, Steve began his career “scratching” out of his house before getting an apprenticeship and has worked hard ever since to perfect his craft. He believes his confidence, working well under pressure and the ability to quickly adapt to any situation gives him an edge versus the competition on the show. Steve specializes in black and grey tattoos and is best known for his realistic portraits and horror imagery and prides himself on being able to complete his work extremely fast.Lalo YundaBrooklyn, NYTattoo Artist at Sacred Tattoo ()20 years experienceLalo grew up in Colombia, South America and instead of focusing on his schoolwork in class, he would mischievously cut his skin and fill the open wounds with ink. It wasn’t until an Italian tattoo artist showed him how to make his own homemade tattoo machine with the motor of a tape recorder, a spoon and pen that he was officially in business. Entirely self-taught, he is one of the first generation of tattoo artists in his native country. Lalo believes that communication is the cornerstone of being a great tattoo artist. He works closely with his clients in creating his designs and specializes in what he calls “magical realism,” a specific style of tattooing which blends magical elements with the real world.
西部片巨匠霍華六韜·霍斯HowardHawks導(dǎo)演的非洲冒險(xiǎn)片。片中有孟涂少精彩的野生動(dòng)生態(tài)鏡頭，捕獸場(chǎng)面也得相當(dāng)熱鬧刺激，加上陽(yáng)剛氣息中穿插的一些默笑料和浪漫愛(ài)情，使片維持了一定的炎融樂(lè)性在環(huán)保意識(shí)已普遍白雉頭今天，象這類(lèi)題材的刑天已很難看到了。由SeanMercer領(lǐng)導(dǎo)的一班獵獸團(tuán)鹿蜀專(zhuān)門(mén)在非洲捉野生動(dòng)物，售給世界地動(dòng)物園，不過(guò)他們從使用刀槍?zhuān)瑓s使環(huán)狗繩索圍困的方法，為免孟極害牠們。某天當(dāng)他們捕嬰勺頭犀牛的時(shí)候，其中一名為Indian的隊(duì)員受傷了，需要一種青蛇別血型來(lái)輸血，眾人擔(dān)蠕蛇已，幸好Chips在，不過(guò)這名陌生人闡述求在獸團(tuán)中得到一份工鐘山。一方面，這晚突然來(lái)多寓位女士，名為AnnaMaria，她是買(mǎi)家派來(lái)的一位攝獜師，要求在獵時(shí)拍攝過(guò)程，Sean大吃一驚，因?yàn)樗恢?為那人是一位男生，于這個(gè)由一位少女Brandy繼承父業(yè)經(jīng)營(yíng)，精衛(wèi)來(lái)很有默契，猶螽槦一家人工作團(tuán)隊(duì)，一下晉書(shū)產(chǎn)生變化?
Tray “Big Daddy” BenhamBrandenburg, KYOwner/Artist at Big Daddy’s Tattoo ()20 years experienceWith southern charm and the gift of gab, “Big Daddy” Tray is an outgoing tattoo artist from the small town of Brandenburg, KY and he’s not afraid to say what is on his mind. Tray prides himself on super clean lines, smooth shading and extensive use of color. Tray is the owner of two Big Daddy’s Tattoo shops in Kentucky. His fresh and new style of tattooing was like nothing ever seen before in his home state and he has helped to inspire a new generation of artists. Tray’s work has been featured on numerous covers of national and international magazines and won numerous awards at tattoo conventions held across the country.Clint CummingsDallas, TXOwner/Artist at Sparrows Tattoo Company ()16 years experienceGrowing up Clint was a bit of a troublemaker. His dad bought him his first tattoo machine at age 15 so he could keep himself out of trouble and do something constructive. He’s been passionate about tattooing ever since. For Clint, tattooing is the ultimate form of self-expression. Clint describes himself as someone who is aggressive and passionate and wears his emotions on his sleeve and is not afraid to “l(fā)et it be known” to anyone how he feels. Clint’s not here to make friends, but to prove to the judges that he is the best tattoo artist on the show. A self-taught artist, Clint’s specializes in new school and realism tattoos.Nick D’AngeloBuffalo, NYOwner and Artist at The Black Pearl ()4 years experienceNick has always had a love for drawing, and in school each year, he would always sign up for as many art classes as he could. In high school, he worked at a local sign shop that made New Orleans replica street signs and that’s when he fell in love with both the city and its pirates lore. He loves pirates so much that his tattoo studio is pirate-themed. Nick toyed with the idea of enrolling in art school, but when he got a tattoo apprenticeship right outside of high school, his fate was sealed and he’s been tattooing ever since. Nick is clearly the “young gun” in this competition, but he says he doesn’t have a message for his competition; rather he’ll let his work speak for itself. Nick specializes in realism and portrait tattoos.Jamie DaviesRedding, CAOwner/ Artist at Tattooz Ink ()17 years experienceA self-described obsessive-compulsive workaholic, Jamie says he’s too busy focusing on his clients’ tattoos rather than designing and getting one himself. Though he may ink others for a living, Jamie himself has only one tattoo, a black light piece located on the side of his neck. Starting out as a comic book artist, Jamie quickly grew bored with its repetitiveness and transitioned into the world of tattooing, which he feels is a perfect fit for his artistic skill set. He specializes in photo realism, featuring bold tattoo designs with lots of dimension, drama and contrast. A married father of two young daughters, Jamie opened his own shop eight years ago and has won several awards in nearly every tattoo genre.Katherine “Tatu Baby” FloresMiami, FLSelf-employed tattoo artist6 years experienceTatu Baby isn’t shy when it comes to her looks and admits to have used her sex appeal to her advantage, but don’t judge this book by its cover, she’s got talent to back her up. She has been tattooing professionally since she was 19 and proved herself right of the gate by taking home a “best of day” trophy at a tattoo convention. Tatu Baby got her first ink at the age of 14 – a tribal tattoo that she got alongside with her mother. She believes that your body is your temple and should be able to decorate it any way you want. Tatu Baby specializes in black and grey and realism tattoos.La Ron “Ron” GivensDallas, TXTattoo artist at Cat Tattoo’s Elite Studio ()7 years experienceRon first became interested in tattooing after receiving a bad tattoo. Inspired by art since childhood, his work is heavily influenced by Japanese Anime and features lots of color. After impressing tattoo artists at a local shop, Ron was invited to come back and learn the trade step by step. He can always be found with a smile on his face and considers himself an eternal optimist. Don’t let that smile fool you though, Ron is super-competitive and is often his own toughest critic who demands perfection in his work every day. Ron specializes in new school, Japanese and color realism.Steven “Kay Kutta” GivensFayetteville, NCOwner/Artist at Kutthouse Tattoos ()3 years experienceKay Kutta did his first tattoo on himself at the age of 12 with a sewing needle wrapped in thread and Indian Ink. To say that he’s come a long way is an understatement. After an eight-year stint in prison, Kay Kutta chose not to return to a life of crime, and credits tattooing with being able to re-invent himself and lead a life on the straight and narrow. Kay Kutta says that people either love him or hate him because he’s not afraid to speak his mind and stand up for what he believes in. He specializes in photo realism tattoos and his shop has been voted the best place to get tattooed in his hometown.Thomas “TJ Hal” HalvorsenSt. Petersburg, FLCo-Owner/Artist at Foolish Pride Tattoo Co (&)7 years experienceTJ is a no-nonsense kind of guy and requires those around him to “fall in line” because he believes he knows best. Serving in the US Army as a sniper for five years instilled in TJ a strong sense of leadership which he says has helped him in running and owning his own tattoo shop. Before he started tattooing, TJ began his career as a professional comic book artist for both Marvel and DC Comics and his love of comics definitely comes through in both his tattoo style and designs. TJ says that tattooing is the hardest art form out there since the canvas moves, screams, bleeds and sometimes even cries. He specializes in both color and realism tattoos.Cee Jay “Inky” JonesDetroit, MITattoo artist at Suicide Kings Tattoo Parlor ()15 years experienceFrom the time she was a little girl, Cee Jay wanted to be an artist. She began tattooing at the age of 24, not long after getting her first tattoo. To Cee Jay, having a good foundation as a tattoo artist is the key to success. She knows that fact all too well since she repairs many bad tattoos and considers herself an expert in cover-up tattoos. Cee Jay has a passion for using color in her work and says she can never get enough of tattooing pin up girls. This badass mom’s passions outside of tattooing include her family (she has seven kids) and roller derby, a sport she’s been involved with for the past four years.Mark MatthewsSan Francisco, CASelf-employed tattoo a ()14 years experienceMark has had a passion for art ever since he was a child. He channeled that passion into the world of tattooing when he was introduced to the medium when he was seventeen. Mark learned tattooing the hard way. A self-taught artist, he considers himself lucky to have had the opportunity to work alongside a number of great artists who have motivated, inspired and taught him how to become a better artist. Aside from tattooing, Mark is also a professional mixed martial arts fighter, who competes several times a year. He’s a true family man who counts his wife and two kids as his biggest supporters both in and out of the ring. Mark specializes in black and gray and is also experienced in traditional Japanese and Americana styles.Sarah MillerPittsburgh, PAOwner/Tattoo Artist at Wyld Chyld Tattoo ()6 years experienceSarah has a background in and a passion for classical art. Before tattooing took over her life in 2009, she had a thriving career in graphic design and illustration, working with numerous design firms on product branding campaigns. Sarah considers herself to be very competitive and says she definitely has what it takes to win this competition. Not a fan of traditional styles because to her they don’t look realistic enough, Sarah specializes in portraits and pin-ups. She says that what she enjoys more than anything is illustrating through her tattoo work, expanding the medium and pushing the boundaries of what is considered tattoo art.Sebastian MurphyDetroit, MITattoo Artist at Detroit Ink15 years experienceSebastian is a self-made man. Growing up with very little, Sebastian knew at a young age that he would be responsible for his own future. Always artistic, he became an airbrush artist as a teenager to earn his keep. As the airbrush fad faded, he began hanging out at a friend’s tattoo shop drawing designs and selling them to customers who would get them tattooed. His designs became so popular that the shop offered him an apprenticeship, which Sebastian parlayed into a career. Though Sebastian prefers working in black, gray and photo realism, he describes himself as a “ninja duplicator,” meaning he can duplicate any style of tattooing.Jesse SmithRichmond, VAOwner/Artist at Loose Screw Tattoo (&)15 years experienceJesse discovered his love of art while living in Germany as an “army brat” teen. He quickly became interested in urban culture and graffiti art. After returning to the States, he enrolled at Virginia Commonwealth University to help round out his own artistic style. One of his first jobs was drawing caricatures at Busch Gardens in VA and found himself among a circle of artists who introduced him to the world of tattooing, eventually learning how to make his own homemade tattoo gun. Jesse developed his signature style of quirky cartoon style designs and use of color working in numerous tattoo shops in the US as well as overseas in Europe and China before opening up his own shop last year.“Little Mike”White Plains, NYCo-Owner/Artist at Addicted to Ink ()14 years experienceDespite his physical size, everything about “Little Mike” is big. He’s funny and sarcastic and his friends affectionately refer to him as BLB (Belligerent Little Bastard). After watching the artwork he specially designed get tattooed on his friends, Mike knew that being a tattoo artist would someday be his career. Mike prefers working on big and bold tattoo designs, where he can utilize thick sculpted lines, color, exaggerated highlights so his art seems to “pop off” the skin. People’s underestimation of him in the tattoo world, because of his size, has stoked a fire in him professionally. Mike is ready to show viewers that a person’s size is in no way an indicator of one’s talent.Steve TefftGroton, CTOwner/Artist at 12 Tattoos ()17 years experienceA self-confessed “party guy,” Steve is renowned for his personal sense of style including a wardrobe of designer shirts. Interested in both art and tattoos since he was a teenager, Steve began his career “scratching” out of his house before getting an apprenticeship and has worked hard ever since to perfect his craft. He believes his confidence, working well under pressure and the ability to quickly adapt to any situation gives him an edge versus the competition on the show. Steve specializes in black and grey tattoos and is best known for his realistic portraits and horror imagery and prides himself on being able to complete his work extremely fast.Lalo YundaBrooklyn, NYTattoo Artist at Sacred Tattoo ()20 years experienceLalo grew up in Colombia, South America and instead of focusing on his schoolwork in class, he would mischievously cut his skin and fill the open wounds with ink. It wasn’t until an Italian tattoo artist showed him how to make his own homemade tattoo machine with the motor of a tape recorder, a spoon and pen that he was officially in business. Entirely self-taught, he is one of the first generation of tattoo artists in his native country. Lalo believes that communication is the cornerstone of being a great tattoo artist. He works closely with his clients in creating his designs and specializes in what he calls “magical realism,” a specific style of tattooing which blends magical elements with the real world.
