Needles and Heritage: Weaving Indigenous Culture into Modern Tattoo Practices with Paul McKenzie
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#021 As the buzz of the tattoo machine hums in the background, our studio comes alive with the incredible story of Paul McKenzie, a Wet'suwet'en tattoo artist whose skills tell a tale as rich as his heritage. The artistry of ink and skin runs deep for Paul, from the influence of his father's passion for tattoos to his own self-taught mastery of the craft. We journey through his transformative experiences, from sketching designs inspired by old flash catalogs to buying his first tattoo kit and...
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