After being formally trained in fine arts and graphic design at the Maryland College of Art and Design (MCAD) and Montgomery College, Bobby spent twelve years in the printing and graphic design industry. That experience has given him a special perspective that shows in his artwork and layouts.

 

Bobby transitioned from being a graphic designer to a tattoo artist in 2003. His favorite subject to tattoo is underwater creatures and their habitats, but he is well-rounded and up for any challenge. 90% of his tattoos start as free-hand designs done on clients’ bodies with markers and using references pulled from his library of photographs, and sketches. Drawing a design directly on a client’s body ensures that the tattoo will flow with the body, like it was always meant to be there.

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“I saw society opening up to tattooing, but every tattoo I saw was the same! Probably because it’s all from the same reference (Google), so of course there will be similar ‘copies’… My goal is to use unique references and create one-of-a-kind tattoos by taking the time to nail down the design a client wants, and then drawing the design on them to best fit the contours of their body.”

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~ Bobby Weschler, Tattoo Artist & Owner of Raw Ink ~