I don’t read the Bible – at all, ever. But when I see a passage referenced in a tattoo, I’m always curious what it’s for. So:

But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

Tattoo by Matt Howse at Spider Murphy’s in San Rafael, CA

Tattoo Artist Magazine and Paul Dobleman are running a pretty humorous contest throughout 2012 called ‘Asshole of the Month.’ The rules are simple. Send Paul a story via letter or e-mail of why you are the asshole of the month, and the winner will receieve a free donkey tattoo from the flash sheet below. Paul will choose a new winner every month throughout 2012. Be warned, the chosen winner will have his/her story posted on Tattoo Artist Magazine’s blog every month.

Tattoo flash by Paul Dobleman at Spider Murphy’s Tattoo in San Rafael, CA

My front front teeth can wait, all I want for Christmas is a gnarly back piece!

Tattoo by Stuart G. Cripwell at Spider Murphy’s Tattoo Shop in San Rafael, CA

I’m not a fan of posting unfinished pieces, but I think this piece is far enough along for everyone to get the idea. The fact that it’s awesome doesn’t hurt either.

Tattoo by Stuart G. Cripwell at Spider Murphy’s Tattoo Shop in San Rafael, CA

I don’t think I should need to explain a theme day to you folks but…  Hey, it’s all skull-based today!

Tattoo by Paul Dobleman at Spider Murphy’s Tattoo in San Rafael, CA