The Ink Mustache

FEATURING: Mos Eisleys
LOCATION: Grand Rapids, MI
PHOTOGRAPHY & COMMENTARY: Allie Merrick

The Ink Mustache

I've made a commitment in ink,
and it's rather brilliant I think.
While some may not quite understand,
why I got this tattoo on my hand,
I feel very good with the choice I made,
and hope its hue will never fade.
When things become too serious,
it provides laughter that's delirious.
A permanent accent now on my skin
gives me a tool to produce a grin.

Allie Merrick

THE PLACE:
Mos Eisleys. The ambiance sets you at ease.
Exposed brick, original wood floors & rich shades that sooth. In fact, I almost decided to get my tattoo in one of their wall colors.

THE CHAIR:
Of all the furnishings, this one was my favorite. Yep. It's the place where the action happens. There is something about this particular shade of green that I absolutely adore.

THE ARTIST:
Shane. In his skilled & talented hands, I felt both comfortable and confident. We laughed nearly the entire time he worked on me. Would I go back to Shane again for a tattoo? YES! I would, and I will.

THE DEDICATION

I would like to dedicate this tattoo to married couples everywhere. I think that all those who intend to marry should get a tattoo like this. Whenever a fight begins, raising one finger to your lip can turn loud arguments into laughter.
We often take ourselves too seriously.
This tattoo serves as a permanent solution to this problem when used properly.