Makers Month // Meet the Tattoo Artist

Author:
Diane Lieu

In our quest to speak with makers of all kind this month, we met Andrew Conte of Purple Panther Tattoo in Hollywood, CA. He's been at it for a few years now and he's serious about the craft. We had him stop by Apron HQ for a quick interview!

Andrew Conte Tattoo Artist for Hedley & Bennett

Tell us about yourself in 3 sentences.
I grew up in Newbury Park, Ca. I currently work in hollywood at Purple Panther tattoo. In addition to tattooing, I love making Zines, Illustration and motorcycles.

How long have you been tattooing?
3 years 
Purple Panther Tattooist
What's your favorite style to tattoo?
Traditional Black and Grey and Fine Line 

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Do you wear an apron when you work?
Yes! 

Do you cook?
Yes, my dad is Italian and taught me how to cook at a young age.  If so, what's your favorite thing to cook? I love cooking a low and slow Meat sauce with homemade meatballs.

 

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We were happy to have Andrew come in. It's bad ass to see how other makers rock their aprons! #apronsquad!!

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