Monday, November 26, 2012

CON SOFOS - IT'S ALL ABOUT LOVE . WITH RESPECT

This past week I had the privilege to be featured in this book amongst other top tattoo artist such as Jose Lopez,  Chuey Quintanar, Jack Rudy and Tim Hendricks just to name a few.  The term "Con Sofos", is an  expression that came about in early 50's by Mexican in the southwest of the United States and has become an identifying symbol of Chicano culture.  Anytime Chicano culture is mentioned,  Con Sofos sprouts up: as a greeting, at the end of letters, in pictures, even tattooed fingers- C/S.  These two letters embody a sense of respect, honor, and pride for history of Chicano people". (Vialetto, Miki Con Sofos .   Milan- Italy: MEDIAFRIENDS SRL , 2012).
fine line pencil illustration featured in book under contributor #9
A classic staple of Lowrider/Chicano style tattoos; The Aztec girl portrait, done on my homie Gerry. Work in progress.
My Best Man at my wedding and childhood friend of mine, Jason came through to add a few more hours on this Jesus piece. I really enjoyed doing this one. One more session to go.