At an early age I remember being fascinated by tattoos. My first memories being of family reunions and meeting my heavily tattooed, war veteran Great Uncle T.C.(short for Top Cat). Eventually my fascination with tattoos, also fueled by heavy metal magazines and tattooed pro wrestlers of the time, grew into the idea that I wanted to be a tattoo artist.
Beginning at the age of 16 any moment that I wasn’t working a job or in school I spent at the local tattoo shop in my hometown of Albany, Georgia. Then eventually spending the next 7 years completing my apprenticeship and working 80 hours a week honing my skills. Tattooing in a shop where it was common for 30-50 tattoos to be completed each day amongst 3-4 artists I was able to efficiently and precisely become a very well rounded Tattooer. Specializing in any style walking through the door, but always finding my way back to the traditional American designs that I remembered from my childhood.
I moved to Minnesota in 2009 where I used my skills to grow my family and develop roots. Working at shops around the Twin Cities and southern metro area I have been able meet thousands of clients over the years. Building long lasting relationships and providing the community with a reliable source of quality tattooing. After many years of being in a fast paced environment, tattooing 10-12 hours a day, the spring of 2020 brought other considerations to mind. Eventually leading us to our own shop in beautiful historic Montgomery Minnesota. Southern Bridge Tattoo. With me being the primary Tattooer and my wife Cassy handling the daily business of the shop we look forward to providing you with a one of a kind experience. Working by appointment only ensures that our mental and artistic focus is directed toward you and your tattoo.
While providing solid lines, dark black, and bright colors we ensure a sterile environment developed around the use of disposable equipment and continued education. Allowing you to kick back and enjoy a safe, fun tattoo experience with designs made to last a lifetime. Let us show you our way.
Beginning at the age of 16 any moment that I wasn’t working a job or in school I spent at the local tattoo shop in my hometown of Albany, Georgia. Then eventually spending the next 7 years completing my apprenticeship and working 80 hours a week honing my skills. Tattooing in a shop where it was common for 30-50 tattoos to be completed each day amongst 3-4 artists I was able to efficiently and precisely become a very well rounded Tattooer. Specializing in any style walking through the door, but always finding my way back to the traditional American designs that I remembered from my childhood.
I moved to Minnesota in 2009 where I used my skills to grow my family and develop roots. Working at shops around the Twin Cities and southern metro area I have been able meet thousands of clients over the years. Building long lasting relationships and providing the community with a reliable source of quality tattooing. After many years of being in a fast paced environment, tattooing 10-12 hours a day, the spring of 2020 brought other considerations to mind. Eventually leading us to our own shop in beautiful historic Montgomery Minnesota. Southern Bridge Tattoo. With me being the primary Tattooer and my wife Cassy handling the daily business of the shop we look forward to providing you with a one of a kind experience. Working by appointment only ensures that our mental and artistic focus is directed toward you and your tattoo.
While providing solid lines, dark black, and bright colors we ensure a sterile environment developed around the use of disposable equipment and continued education. Allowing you to kick back and enjoy a safe, fun tattoo experience with designs made to last a lifetime. Let us show you our way.