Queercation: A queer and ally tattoo conference we created!!!
Produced by Castro Tattoo with Haley Adams, Leslie Mah, and Tattoonow on the steering committee.
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"Tattoo conferences have always been a great place to share knowledge, build community, and get inspired! For queer people, however, it can be a challenge to enter spaces or events that are free from harassment, stigma, hostile opinions, or unsolicited questions about ourselves. Therefore, we have created a committee of queer, diverse tattooers, and/or people in the industry, who are creating the first Queer and Ally Tattoo Conference, in order to provide affirming space in which to learn, share, create, and foster community. Queercation is a tattooers’ conference that will offer seminars on art and tattooing practices by queer and ally tattooers. Seminars and panels will be provided by talented, professional industry people on topics such as history, health, and safety standards, and issues such as colorism in tattooing. Additionally, there will be regional excursions and nightlife entertainment."
smART magazine published interview in issue #8
For a sneak peek of the article go to: https://www.smartbylighthouse.com/article/a-very-fine-art
or order issue #8
Live in the Castro, interviews by Haley Adams
Reinventing the Tattoo and Tattoo education help bring you:
Tattooer Haley Adams interviews other tattoo artists from their shop in the Castro district of San Francisco, CA. Live in the Castro wants to bring you the stories and history you haven't heard recorded yet from LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and all genders with stories outside your ordinary tattoo interview.
All 12 episodes are here:
Live in the Castro Ep: Chris Martin
https://www.youtube.com/live/00-ort8HDRQ?feature=share
Chris Martin was born and raised in Greensboro, NC and now works at Tres Leches studio in Oakland, CA. Chris started in the fine art scene which led him to the San Francisco Bay Area then later allowed him an apprenticeship in tattooing. Chris has an amazing in-depth style in tattooing he calls African American Traditional. Chris builds the story, and connects the ideology, symbolism, and superstitions of American traditional tattoo art and the African diaspora, giving American traditional new narratives and culture.
Live in the Castro Ep. Brittny Abad (BlaaBad)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARZwvZzonFE&t=1269s
Brittny Abad aka @blaabad is a tattooer who lives in Portland, OR. She has an erotic and body-positive art style, which has unexpectedly led to educating and representing a lot of queers with her beautiful and powerful artwork. Originally from San Jose, CA Brit found her style through her Dads anatomy books and through studying in the medical field before tattooing. Brit shares experiences like getting into Onlyfans during the pandemic opening a whole new door to self-expression, art, and queer representation. Inspirational network and courses for tattooers, apprentices, and collectors
Live in the Castro EP. Ace Vincenzo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLANtLhgOcU&t=152s
Ace Vincenzo is a bold American traditional Tattooer from Chicago, IL. He's been tattooing professionally since 2013 after he finished his apprenticeship at Walker’s Point Tattoo in Milwaukee, WI. Ace later worked under his mentor Sam Bielinski at Atomic Tattoo until he moved to the Bay Area in 2017 to tattoo alongside Joey Cassina at Ocean Avenue Tattoo. Ace is a Trans man who has stories about tattooing earlier in his career as a femme-presenting lesbian woman. From local street shops to private studios, Ace tells all about his experiences and how moving to the Bay changed his life forever. Ace shares stories with us about finding the right shop to thrive in and self-motivated mantras on inner peace and staying kind; when you can, of course.
Live in the Castro Ep. Leslie Mah
https://www.youtube.com/live/i8pSxwtR8k8?feature=share
In this episode Haley Adams and Jess Koala interview Leslie Mah to get all of her stories on growing up, playing in Tribe8 and battling cancer as a tattooer. Leslie has been tattooing since 1996 in the bay area and was a part of the Queer Core music scene in the 90s with her band Tribe8. Tribe8 played with bands like Bikini Kill & Siouxsie and the Banshees.
Congrats on 16 years
In September I hit my 16th birthday in my tattooing! I'm so happy with how far I've come and so excited to learn more! Thank you to all of my amazing clients who give me the opportunities to further myself in the skin.
New seminar on outer space
I recently taught my outer space seminar at Jiminy peak mountain resort in Massachusetts. To take the course virtually go to https://courses.reinventingthetattoo.com/courses/outer-space-tattoos-and-drawing
MJ Abrams wanted to do his assignment on a queer business owner. He found me and here it is:
https://vimeo.com/335242374 MJ Abrams interviewing Haley Adams on being queer in the tattoo industry. In San francisco, Castro Tattoo. Queer business owners. Woman owned tattoo shop.
Coloring on People interview
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Celebrating 10 years of Tattooing!!
In September 2006 I was finally a professional tattoo artist. Now I can proudly say I have been tattooing 10 years. I will continue to strive to learn and grow for many years to come. :D - Haley
Haley Adams Tattoos on YELP
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Dave A.
San Francisco, CA
5 friends
16 reviews
[5.0 star rating]
10/18/2015
Haley is truly phenomenal in every sense of the word -- she took my design and replicated it on my calf, rendering it even better on my skin than I could on a computer.
From the initial consultation, to the appointment itself, through the after care, Haley was not only a truly consummate professional, but incredibly fun and engaging as well. Her ability to manipulate inks into an amazing color palette is truly second-to-none, and her keen eye for aesthetics and design is unparalleled.
I was a bit nervous about getting my first tattoo (especially one with color as such a primary focus), but she truly knocked it out of the park (and fast!). If I ever decide to go under the needle again, I won't hesitate to come back to Haley!
Zack D.
Novato, CA
4 friends
1 review
[5.0 star rating]
5/21/2015
Haley is a phenomenal artist in every facet, and I would recommend anyone to get tattooed by her. She works well with ideas that you bring to her, and brings her own insight to the conceptual phase of a tattoo without being pushy, or having an air of "I am the artist, so I know what's best" (as many tattoo artists do). In the actual deed of tattooing, she is meticulous and methodical, which is something that you desperately what from someone who is leaving a permanent picture on you.
As an artist, myself, I will often pic apart tattoos that I've gotten, and say to myself "I would have done ____ differently," or "I would have changed ____" if I was the one doing the tattoo; with Haley's peices I wouldn't change a thing-- you can tell that she put her absolute all into your session. Her linework is great, her color is stunning, her spacial conception and placement is on point, and she is a sweetheart and fun to work with to top it off. If you want a head-turning tattoo, go to Haley Adams; but you do not need me to tell you, just look through her portfolio.
I will continue to work with her until I run out of unmarked skin.
Conor W.
Nashville, TN
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[5.0 star rating]
8/15/2015
Haley has done all of my tattoos except little one. They've progressively been creeping up my arm for about two years now. My tattoos are all weird, to say the least, but she enjoys doing them and does an amazing job! I recently moved across the country and don't trust anyone but her to do my ink. Now have to wait till my next trip back home to the bay for my next tattoo. For what it's worth, she is the best around, honestly. Super comfortable easy to chat with. Really don't have enough good things to say about her. Haley is da bomb!!!!! Oh, if you read this and you do get a tattoo by her, please say something like this while she's tattooing, "oh could we do this in a different color?" Tell her it was from me, Conor. She hates that xD
The shop is clean and all that good stuff, everyone is super friendly and will talk with you. Honestly if you want a custom tattoo thats gonna come out amazing, go to her. I always get compliments on mine and lots of people ask where I got them done. Since I moved away I've had people ask almost daily where I had them done and they get disappointed when i tell them she's in SF....
Just look up her portfolio, that'll speak for itself!
Nikita M.
Franklin, TN
6 friends
4 reviews
[5.0 star rating]
5/20/2015
Haley's pretty amazing. She did my knuckles a couple years back. Solid work. I always enjoy hanging out with her and talking about this and that.
Ryan K.
Litchfield Park, AZ
9 friends
3 reviews
[5.0 star rating]
5/20/2015
Excellent artist. She did a portrait for me on my chest of my daughter. Turned out great! Highly recommended. thanks Haley!
Stephanie P.
Glendale, AZ
0 friends
2 reviews
[5.0 star rating]
5/20/2015
Haley Adams is amazing! Her artistic style, creativity and talent make her a great tattoo artist. She's done a number of mine and my husband's pieces, each one better than the last!
Dena B.
Phoenix, AZ
25 friends
6 reviews
[5.0 star rating]
5/20/2015
My girl Haley is awesome. She did my tarot sleeve a couple years ago and it's just so great working with someone who loves what they do. Everything she does is an exciting new challenge that she puts her all into. Amazing work!!!
Nick S.
London, United Kingdom
0 friends
7 reviews
[5.0 star rating]
5/20/2015
I came over on holiday from London, UK and had been discussing with Haley about getting my Linsay Lohan tattoo. As I met her I realised it was actually the first tattoo I'd had at a shop (several friends work grace my skin, mainly wording). Haley was great, the design was unbelievable and sitting for what was nearly 8 hours straight was easy. Well, as easy as that can be! The tattoo ended up looking absolutely amazing, so perfect with what I wanted, and the sitting was great. Amazing job, professional, priced really well and lovely to hang out with her for such an intense session! I'm already planning my other leg for the 2016 return trip! Can't
Kim A.
Vallejo, CA
8 friends
7 reviews
[5.0 star rating]
5/20/2015
Haley is as good as it gets! Professional & a perfectionist. She has a wonderful eye and shares her opinions (but doesn't force them on you). Her goal is to exceed your expectations and give you the tattoo YOU want...and she did! A five hour job (priced fairly for a quality tattoo) and she was quite observant of how I was feeling the whole time...she could tell when I needed a break. It was nice to have someone just as proud of the finished product in the end as I was myself to wear it. I'll definitely be back!
Jeffs D.
Fremont, CA
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7 reviews
[5.0 star rating]
5/20/2015
Best tattoo experience I've had! Super creative too!
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Aizakku R.
Tempe, AZ
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1 review
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5/20/2015
Haley is the best, she has done a majority of the tattoos I have! Trust is key when looking for an artist, and I can always trust Haley with making my skin art badass and worth every penny!
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Cody S.
Poplar Bluff, MO
0 friends
1 review
[5.0 star rating]
5/20/2015
Haley Adams did my first Tattoo and it's been nothing but a pleasure to have her Tattoo on me since,She's a young and very gifted Artist I wouldn't have any issues referencing anyone to,from simple work to on the spot creativity she has it all down.
18th Annual NYC Tattoo Convention | June 12-14
I will be tattooing at the 18th Annual NYC Tattoo Convention | June 12-14
for more info email me at Hea.nox@gmail.com
https://www.nyctattooconvention.com
Now at Castro Tattoo
Im now working at Castro Tattoo :) 3991 17th street San Francisco CA. The shops number is 415 701 1970. Call or stop by any time between 11am and 7pm
Vegan Tattoos San Francisco
I have a full veriety of vegan inks so if you are in need of vegan tattoos in San francisco ive got you covered. feel free to email me with any questions. Thanks, Haley Hea.nox@gmail.com
new news
I did an intervieww on cover ups and other options https://m.refinery29.com/
Guest spot Phoenix AZ
I will be guest spotting in Phoenix AZ at Ritual Addictions tattoo the 21st to the 30th if you would like to set an appointment call the shop at (623) 939-4178.
Thanks, Haley
New award from Hell city
Haley Adams Won Another award!! at the hell city convention in AZ!!! Two 1st place awards Hell city most recent august, and one 3rd place from feb for the chucky killing toy story back.
Haley Adams Working In San Francisco
Hello! I Now work at Black & Blue tattoo in the mission district of San Francisco CA. Come by and check out the shop or contact me to make an appointment :D Email: hea.nox@gmail.com Text to: 3364551993
Instagram: haleynoxadams
https://www.blackandbluetattoo.com/home/
381 Guerrero at 16th, San Francisco - Ph: 415.626.0770
Haley Adams: I just recieved 1st place in the back piece category in Los Angele's at the Days of the Dead convention!!! The award is for the Chucky killing toy story back piece i did, which also took home a 3rd place award in Phoenix in Feb. Before the LA convention we finished off the sides of the back piece (which we ran short on time to do before the Phoenix convention) i will put up more pics of the finished product soon. The LA convention's back piece category had over 20 other back peices entered, and the Phoenix convention had 28 in my category. These two conventions are my first tattoo contests i have ever entered so im very excited ;) Thank you for all of your support!!
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Haley Adams is Moving to CA
HI, im moving to San Francisco, CA the end of April. I will keep you guys posted on what shop i will be at. Also, i will be guest spotting in Phoenix sometimes so ill keep you guys posted on that as well. If you have any questions or want to get tattooed just email me as usual. Hea.nox@gmail.com
Thanks, Haley
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Art event
Live art event and raffle to benefit MADD (Mother's Against Drunk Drivers)
Live painters: Rock Martinez, Dump La Roc, Donovan White and Matlocktheartist
4 Artists, 4 Paintings, 4 Raffles and 4 Winners!
Monies raised by raffle will go to benefit MADD.
Also a continuing art exhibit and prints for sale by artists:
AztecSmurf
Donovan White
Dump La Roc
Ed Muren III
Elizabeth Albert
Erika Jaynes
Haley Adams
Jerry Wagner Jr
Jessica Gonzales
Johnny Jinx
Marc Wilson
Matlocktheartist
Nicholas Devo Rogalski
Patrick McArdle
Rock Martinez
Steve Caballero
Music by: DJ Philly
Haley Adams art showing
In honor of the annual event unique to Tucson, The JunXion Bar, Mark Matlock and MMPR present "Dillinger Days - Gangs of New York to Gotti". The themed exhibit of real life and movie mobsters will be on display through the month of January.
Many of the featured artists will be there....
AztecSmurf
Elizabeth Albert
Jared Aubel
Steve Caballero
Jules Demetrius
Mel Dominguez
Carlos Encinas
Larry Gomez
Jessica Gonzales
Erika Jaynes
Matlocktheartist
Patrick McArdle
Ruben Urrea Moreno
Ed Muren III
Dump La Roc
Haley Adams
The JunXion Bar is open Mon - Sun: 4p.m. - 2a.m.
Event Drink Specials - $3 Drafts and $5 Wine!
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