Here is the second and final blog from last weekend’s R8 trip to San Jose for the world-renowned SJ Tattoo Convention.
Getting sideways at the booth.
Mike was painting for all three days.
This dude had the illest shorts ever.
Made quite a few stops at La Victoria. And yes, I bought a bottle of that orange hot sauce to take home.
Mike Giant flash is still available. We are down to a few dozen and that is that. Buy it here.
Booth shot of the mens merch. We almost sold out of all the San Jose exclusive tees within the first hour.
Posters and bandanas. The bandanas sold out the following day. We still have San Jose posters and a bunch of other goodies here.
And womens was flying out as well. Thanks for the support ladies!
After the show on one of the nights we went back to Carlos and Meggie’s Mariott room. I was surprised how many holes were in the wall.
It didn’t matter. We had Buds and they were put down with the quickness.
Waiting for the elevator I was puzzled what these plastic rocks were there for. Joe graciously is showing a close-up. I’m assuming these trash cans were there for a LONG time back when smoking ANYWHERE was all good. Time to upgrade Mariott, you are sleeping.
And the best photo of the San Jose blogs, the final Mike Giant original. So fucking fresh!
Confirmed. Mike did it.
And yes, Mike was stoned.
But I was too! And able to see the hidden messages in the art. Like, Bark At The Moon.
And, I Think The DJ Knows I’m Irie. As the homie Skinhead Rob always says, yeh dat!
I’m getting on a plane soon. Thanks again San Jose. LA here I come!
San Jose Tatouage
First up, a BIG thanks to 45s Forever! Ro and Taki came correct with the BEST spot for R8 at the San Jose Tattoo Convention last weekend.
Here are some of my favorite tattoos I saw. Definitely missed quite a few. I took mental pictures though.
California Love.
Shaka bra.
Camera-gun hybrid.
I like this one on the homie Tony. The mouth is his belly button.
An ass eating his own ass.
Doug REBEL8 (Terror) loves the Cro-Mags. Who doesn’t?
So bummed this one came out blurry. I see you though! R8 represent.
I Smoke Rocks. What the fuck is juice!?
Today is your day. Go out there and shine! Tomorrow I’ll post more San Jose photos. Oh, heads up, we are starting to ship R8 Winter ’09 to stores worldwide.
Last Week I Did Dis
Sorry for the bad blogging. I’ve been swamped. Here is what you missed.
I played with a puppy.
I went up to Petaluma to look at horses.
And check out the barn life.
And see my brother Bentley.
Nothing but hay behind that tarp.
I just liked this photo.
Went to a dinner with friends at some spot on 16th. It was ok. The size of the portions were pathetic.
Did a sample sale at Free Gold Watch with Mishka.
Met this dude. He was cool.
Harput’s came through too.
Free Gold Watch.
At the end of longest line of t-shirts.
I wrote REBEL8 then took a photo of it.
This was the REBEL8 section. A ton of cheap product is still sitting there if you want it.
Really!? Aw butt paste.
I’ve been checking out lots of watches these days. This dude had a watch.
Pretty big.
I carved a pumpkin.
And yes, I used a stencil.
There we go.
And lastly, I managed to put a pussy in a bag.
Terrific! Now you are caught up. Tomorrow I’ll blog San Jose!
First Friday at The Skullz Press!
It’s that time again! Please join us this Friday night from 6-9pm at The Skullz Press for another night of free beer, good vibes and new artworks. I’ll be debuting the first few pieces from the “Las Cholas de Frisco” project as well as some new illustrations on paper. I have a new poster design to offer as well.
The Skullz Press is at 260 Divisadero Street near Haight. Hope to see you there!
(Also, please come dressed to impress if you’d like to be photographed for my upcoming street fashion project. Thanks!)
San Jose Tattoo Convention Posters
Before I do a blog for Halloween and San Jose, I wanted to get this poster up and selling on the site. This is the ONLY San Jose exclusive product we did not sell out of at the tattoo convention. I’m keeping the price the same, $20.00 and it’s yours!
I’ve been busier than usual which is almost impossible. But I’m super stoked to get down to San Jose tomorrow for this weekend’s tattoo convention! Mike will be painting Saturday and Sunday. Doug will be selling. And I will be socializing.
So as Doug is packing up a few aisles in our warehouse.
I got the chance to photo these limited edition San Jose Tattoo Convention exclusive bandanas. There are only 50 of these, and another 50 in black and white. $10 a pop.
And I already showed off this exclusive t-shirt a week ago. $20 and quantities are limited. If you don’t go to the show, don’t ask, I’m not going to sell you one.
Same graphic is also selling as a poster (also $20).
We are bringing a bunch of other R8 merch as well. The best R8 deals all damn day for both days of the show.
I can’t wait for San Jose!
"Dia de Los Muertos" Group Show
This Sunday, November 1st in Oaktown…
I’ll be there! Will you?
New/Old Video
My buddy Colin Arlen made this video for me back in April. It’s a little old but I think it’s still pretty cool. I just wish my underwear wasn’t hanging out the whole time. So tacky!
I got to paint a wall at Larkin and Eddy yesterday.
Go big or go home!
I got my drink on at Mission Bar last night and met the real Ghost Dog! Rad!
Stop by The Skullz Press if you’re in the neighborhood. I’ll be here all day…
Sample Sale
If you are in SF, stop by this sample sale this weekend. My apologies for the short notice, but you know how things go. I’m bringing a GANG of New Era samples to sell and lots of back stock R8 tees and hoodies. CA$H ONLY. As a car dealer would say, “all things are priced to move.” Hope to see you there!
