Sometimes, doing this job, I get a little extra lucky. Thursday was one of those days. A totally delightful fellow walked in and asked for a giant traditional eagle on his shin, and let me tell you! I was so excited that Melanie passed him to me! I love traditional tattoos so much and don’t get a chance to execute them half as much as I’d like. If you are thinking of getting one, and wondering who’d be stoked, I WANT YOU TO KNOW I WOULD BE STOKED.

Riley was on a road trip from Salt Lake with his lovely wife. Here is the souvenir he’ll be taking home (and everywhere else he goes!):

For some reason Widmer Bros. is having Oktoberfest down the street. If you aren’t totally clear, IT’S SEPTEMBER. Unlike 5 o’clock, I am pretty sure it’s not always October somewhere in the world.

Also, tonight is my friend Betty Marie’s art show opening at Leisure Public House here in Portland! Please come if you aren’t too busy seeing bands, going to the park, going camping, etc.