In the first installment of Grime's series we hear from tattoo luminaries, Civ and Chris O'Donnell, as they try to put in perspective how revered and unique Grime’s style is. We meet the other tattooers at Grime's shop, Skull and Sword, and learn how they too strive to be constantly evolving in their tattooing.
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