Story Behind a Tattoo…

People get custom tattoos for many reasons and inspired by many things ranging from souvenir tattoos to dream tattoos to marking symbolic events in their lives and the list can go on and on and on really…

Many people also get spur of the moment tattoos.  While a spontaneous tattoo could be fun, it’s a good rule of thumb to take the time to think about what the story behind your tattoo is, particularly if your going to do a large piece like an sleeve or a body suit.  Having a coherent idea of what you want and why helps the tattoo artist visualize and in the long run will create something that you will not regret having on your body for the rest of your life.

That being said, life is beyond our control and can change as events unfold in ways even a psychic can’t foresee.  So sometimes the story may change.  Even though tattoos are permanent, we do specialize in tattoo cover ups.

So whatever the case is, whatever your story may be, come on down to our Waikiki tattoo parlor located in Honolulu, Hawaii for your free consultation and we’ll get to talking stories about your story!

Adam Siehr, President and Proud Owner
434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto:adam@tattooadam.com
1-808-391-8287

 

First Tattoo Tips

If you have never got a Tattoo and have been thinking about getting one, then read on!  If you have one or got bit by the tattoo bug and have many then read on as well!

From Hawaiian Tattooing to Asian Tattooing, there is just so much to choose from at 434 Tattoo, our Waikiki Tattoo Parlor.  Add in the unique vision and skills of a custom tattoo artist and sometimes it is hard to know where to start.

When walking into a tattoo shop, you’ll notice many designs on the walls to choose from, which we call Tattoo Flash.  You can also look through our artists’ portfolios to see pictures of work that we have done in the past.  You can find some of our custom work at our website and also learn more about our Professional Staff .

It is a really good idea that you all ready have a concept in mind before walking in to our Honolulu Tattoo Shop, because that way when the Tattoo artist asks, “was there something you were looking for?” you can then reply, “yes i had a dream about a jaguar, but a black jaguar crawling up my arm.”

If you walk in and have no idea what to do or get, that is very common as well.  And if that is the case, 434 Tattoo recommends you look at everything available on the walls and books in the studio. Sometimes a tattoo design will Jump Out at you, as we like to say, and if that happens, tell the artist, and we can start designing your future Custom Tattoo!

Adam Siehr, President and Proud Owner
434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto:adam@tattooadam.com
1-808-391-8287

434 Tattoo In the News

Your favorite Hawaii Tattoo Shop and Tattoo Adam are featured in the new 808 Ink Magazine, Hawaii’s Premier Tattoo Magazine.  We are featured as the first pic in the Word of Mouth section (p.26), which shows a custom tattooed sleeve that Adam worked out for Karl Erik.  Much thanks to 808 Ink and Karl for taking the time to show 434 Tattoo some love.

Stop by today to set up free consultation for your Hawaiian Tattoo Design and who knows, you could be the next one from 434 Tattoo ohana featured in the pages of 808 Ink!

Adam Siehr, President and Proud Owner
434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto:adam@tattooadam.com
1-808-391-8287

 

Linda and Andy Burley , Married on Friday June 16th , 2011

Congratulations to Andy and Linda on there special day of Marriage , out in North Shore , Hawaii at the Sunset Ranch right before Sunset .

434 Tattoo Is happy to Congratulate this couple on this day .

Adam Siehr, President and Proud Owner
434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto:adam@tattooadam.com
1-808-391-8287

Dream Tattoos

“So this guy comes in non-stop and starts on his arm and one by one it works it’s way down the front of his body to his stomach and gets lower and lower…”

In this day and age, tattoos are being sold like hot dogs and ain’t nothing wrong with that.  In his many years in the tattoo game, Tattoo Adam has seen it all.  As a specialist of just about any type of custom tattoo including Hawaiian Tattooing and Asian Tattoo Designs, he can do just about anything.

One of the craziest stories he has involves a man who had a series of dreams and wanted the images tattooed on his body.  Tattoos on the body aren’t crazy so much as the twists this series of tattoos took  into the Twilight Zone…

“I don’t judge anyone’s tattoos because they mean something to everyone and I respect that.  But I wasn’t going to let the tattoos go any further as it progressed down his body because that’s what it seemed like he wanted…”

Check out this piece by Adam inspired by a dream of a lion tattoo and a much more mellow story.  Contact us today for your free consultation and let us help you make your tattoo dreams come true!

Adam Siehr, President and Proud Owner
434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto:adam@tattooadam.com
1-808-391-8287

All Are Welcome 4 a 434 Tattoo

(Drum roll)

Come one, come all!

Join us for an experience at 434 Tattoo, the place in Hawaii to get a tattoo.  Our talented team of tattoo artists is ready to give you the best in custom tattooing work on the planet and you might even see a celebrity rapper or boxing legend.  Our Waikiki Tattoo Shop, located in the heart of one of Honolulu’s most popular destinations, is open daily for scheduled appointments and walk-ins are always welcome.

As if that weren’t enough, we offer some of the sickest tattoo t-shirts out there, which are arguably more amazing than what Christian Audigier decided to do with Ed Hardy’s designs… (No comment).

Whether you call us ahead or you walk-in, the consultation is also free.  That’s right, free consultations.  Here’s a testimonial why:

“I was shocked when I went in 434 and found out that the consultation was free.  I had an experience with another artist in Honolulu who told me he’d sketch something up, asked for $20 dollars, I emailed him some pics, and yeah, the guy went ghost on me.  I’ve been seeing Adam ever since…” ~Jay

Your time is valuable to us so we do what we can to respect it.  It’s just one way that we work with clients to ensure a memorable, meaningful, and amazing experience as they delve into the world of Hawaiian tattoos.

So stop on by, you are more than welcome to visit our Honolulu Tattoo Ohana.

Adam Siehr, President and Proud Owner
434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto:adam@tattooadam.com
1-808-391-8287

Sailor Jerry Collins , The American Hawaiian Tattoo Master

This past Memorial Day , The 434 Tattoo Crew  took the time out of There day to pay the Respect to The Leader of the Hawaiian Tattoo Community and the Master who paved the path for all tattoo artists in Hawaii Today.

Sailor Jerry Collins

 

Written with Much Respect to you Sir . Thank you for who i am today .
Adam Siehr, President and Proud Owner
434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto:adam@tattooadam.com
1-808-391-8287

Hawaiian Custom Tattooing Not Our Only Cultural Tattoos…

While Hawaiian Custom Tattooing is a specialty at 434 Tattoo, Tattoo Adam has been focusing on the traditional aspect of Japanese Tattooing and many other cultural asian tattoo designs .

Adam has traveled to Japan over a dozen times to learn about Asian culture and the awsome Tattoo lifestyle culture, one that is very taboo and is still considered a part of the underworld of Japan.  Today, there are many street shops in Japan who take walk-ins and do Americano Style Tattoo Designs .

In Hawaii, Adam is doing the opposite…

Adam is reaching out to the local community, finding out their heritage and designing tattoos that relate to the local heritage.  When considering to design your next tattoo , it is suggested that you make a consultation appointment first to discuss your options and to hear Adam’s professional advice on how to create a masterpiece.  His years of dedication and honesty in working with clients in coming up with someone that the client can be proud of for years to come is a part of the legend that is developing around his work.

For the past 11 years, having started from scratch, Adam has worked his way up from the bottom, working hard to get to the top and is now noticed as a traditional asian tattoo designer in his Honolulu Tattoo Parlor.  He is sought out from people all over the world looking for a quality Asian piece or custom Hawaiian tattoo.

Please visit our 434 Tattoo website to learn more about our team of talented artists, our Waikiki Tattoo Shop and the progression we have seen over the years.

And keep on tuning in!

Adam Siehr, President and Proud Owner
434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto:adam@tattooadam.com
1-808-391-8287

R and R Tattoo ,Live Tattoo Interview , Angeles City , Philippines

Interview with R and R Tattoo
May 15th, 2011

R and R Tattoo is  fresh to the scene of Angeles City, Philippines . A more New School , Bright Colors , Bold lines , Free handing Polynesian And Tribal.   R and R Tattoo is where the Best Quality Portraits are being Tattooed in color ,  and black and grey .

After interviewing Romel , a very friendly and welcoming guy , his progression in a very short time in Tattooing is Evolving into a respectable professional portfolio and  is  worth dropping by and checking  him out   !

Check out the Live Interview with Romel from R and R Tattoo , interviewed by Tattoo Adam Siehr

Meeting Artists from far away

Testimony from 434 Tattoo of Honolulu ;

R and R Tattoo is highly recommended for those looking for a killer portrait while visiting Angeles City , Philippines .

Remember , when you get a portrait done , it is best to have a really good professional photograph  to give to the artist you plan to have work on you.

Tattoo Adam From Honolulu’s 434 Tattoo (Custom Tattooing LLC. )  Presents his very first video recorded Tattoo Interview with R and R Tattoo , Angeles City , Philippines , enjoy .

Adam Siehr, President and Proud Owner
434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto:adam@tattooadam.com
1-808-391-8287

Taking Care of that New Tattoo

What up from 434 Custom Tattoo!  We are your number one Hawaii tattoo parlor for custom tattoo work, Hawaiian tattoos, and more!

A question we are often asked is why does every tattoo artist have a unique process of tattoo after-care in order for a tattoo heal properly?  What really is the best way of taking care of a new tattoo?

Well here at our Waikiki tattoo shop, we follow standards as set by the Hawaii State Department of Health and team of tattoo artists are also proud members of the Alliance of Professional Tattooists, an organization that advocates for great work and universal standards among tattoo artists.

At our tattoo shop, located Ena Road, we will go over any questions that you have about not only getting your custom tattoo piece done in Hawaii, we will also hook you up with proper care techniques to prevent infection and so that your tattoo heals nicely.

The first step in tattoo after-care is to remove the bandage after one hour of getting your custom tattoo piece done. Make sure to clean, blot the new tattoo gently, let it air-dry from a minute or two, and then apply small amounts of ointment as recommended by your artist. We carry our own ointment made of natural ingredients available for you to take with you when you’re on the go and if you need to put a little more ointment if the tattoo feels dry.

Many of the people who visit Hawaii want to take advantage of the ocean and the sun. That’s cool but not for your new tattoo. DO NOT go swimming and no sun light for at least two weeks after. The ocean is filled with many micro-organisms and bacteria that will wreak havoc on your brand new tattoo. After two weeks, your tattoo will be good to go and if you have any questions, feel free to contact us and we’ll be happy to answer them. We’ll also give you a copy of these directions to have with you.

“I got first two tattoos from other artists and once I met Adam, there was no looking back. I get all my custom tattoos from 434 Tattoo in Honolulu because I like the unique custom tattoo style and the quality of the work. Factor in that homeboys is a wizard when it comes to tattoo after-care. I followed his instructions, picked up the ointment, and my tattoos have healed awesomely and a lot more quickly than my first pieces! It was a lot simpler than what other artists and people with tattoos told me to do. Thanks 434 Crew for my custom tattoo! I won’t go to any other place in Honolulu for a tattoo!” ~ J-Dub, a satisfied customer.

If anything happens, no worries, all touch-ups on are free. Make sure you keep the highest level of SPF sunscreen and protection over your tattoo and you should be golden for life. We look forward to meeting you or seeing you again!

Adam Siehr, President and Proud Owner
434 Tattoo
Custom Tattooing LLC.

Directions:
434 Ena Road
Honolulu, Hawaii
96815

Contact:
mailto:adam@tattooadam.com
1-808-391-8287