In this episode, host Aaron Della Vedova introduces a talented tattoo artist, Patrick Sweeney, known for his unique and progressive neo-traditional, sometimes psychedelic style. The artist's work is described as beautifully warped and full of interesting uses of color, easily recognizable, and highly respected in the industry. The episode also includes a humorous anecdote about a tattooed ankle🍆. Tune in to hear more about the artist's journey and creative process.

The Chat breakdown:

[00:00:10] Tattoo mishap.

[00:04:02] Driving as meditation.

[00:08:03] Raising kids in this generation.

[00:09:43] Video games and eye-hand coordination.

[00:14:31] Finding true happiness in hockey.

[00:17:01] Enjoying creative expression.

[00:20:12] Tattooing experiences.

[00:23:14] Becoming a tattoo artist.

[00:26:25] Tattooing as a career.

[00:30:11] Genuine expression in tattooing.

[00:33:05] Long-lasting emotional impact.

[00:37:18] Composition in tattooing.

[00:40:19] Absorbing different tattoo styles.

[00:45:13] Drawing inspiration from nature.

[00:47:00] Surrealism in art and life.

[00:51:07] Classical tattooing aesthetics.

[00:55:49] Large-scale tattooing techniques.

[00:57:36] Using squared-off photos for tattoo stencils.

[01:02:01] Marriage and work balance.

[01:05:07] A joke tattoo.

[01:11:23] Life on the road.