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Tattooing is an artform that is always evolving, as a tattooist Kurt is constantly striving to further refine his skills. From an artistic standpoint Kurt enjoys the unique nature of tattooing as an art medium, to Kurt tattooing is more than just applying pictures to skin, it is an opportunity to work on a three-dimensional canvas that lives and moves, this is something that is unique in tattooing and Kurt approaches every tattoo with this in mind. One of the things that Kurt loves the most about tattooing is working closely with people to share something that he feels very passionate about ,"it's a huge compliment when someone wants to wear something that you've created on their skin for the rest of their days!" In more recent years Kurt's art has extended beyond tattooing into the realm of fine art. Through painting and other mediums Kurt has discovered what he considers to be his true voice as an artist. At present Kurt is working to create a series of "Death Art", mostly images of skulls, bones and obscure symbolism, to Kurt these things are talismans that resonate of lives once lived. Though Kurt feels that his paintings carry a message, he prefers to leave the interpretation up to the viewer "people see what they want to see, I'm just happy when they take a moment to look at my work." |
Alex Adams is a multi faceted artist who has found in tattooing the means to achieve a unique interpretation of an ancient art form. Alex first became interested in tattooing in the early 1990's. Fascinated by the art form itself and its rich cultural history she was compelled to learn more about it. This led her to the 1993 Montreal Tattoo Expo, where she met aspiring tattoo artist, Kurt Wiscombe. In early 1994 Alex and Kurt decided to hook up, and Kurt began teaching her the techniques and basics of tattooing. Alex's approach to tattooing is unique in that she combines the idea of pointillism with various other influences. These influences range widely, from wildlife art such as animal portraiture, to medieval textile and wrought ironwork patterns. In other areas of her art Alex draws inspiration from various classical genres such as the Italian and European Renaissance, and the Pre-Raphaelite movement, as well she names a wide range of artists who have inspired her from Raphael to Paul Booth and many in between. Her interest in these areas has helped to shape her unique style.
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