Esperanza Vive 16 Poster Reveal

We are super honored once again to work with artist and tattooer Miss Lisa Del Toro who Ev16 Postercreated this amazing piece of art for our Domestic Violence Awareness month. This modern day plague affects men and women and causes unnecessary pain.

During June 4, 2016 – July 4, 2016 we will post several articles spotlighting the problem and promoting prevention.

We are our brother’s and sister’s keeper. Thank you very much Miss Del Toro!

 

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Esperanza Vive 2015 FREE Promo Material!

Folks,

We have different printed materials for the Esperanza Vive Domestic Violence Awareness 2015 campaign. You can request FREE material by clicking here (while supplies last).

All FREE materials were made possible with the sponsorship of Shiner Gold Pomade, Hawleywood’s Barber Shop, Layrite, and Anchors Hair Co. Poster artwork by the amazingly talented Miss Lisa Del Toro.

We have posters and 8 x 10 photos with quotes from notable individuals regarding Domestic Violence! 
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Support Our New Project Today!

We are excited to launch a new campaign to raise awareness about the plague EV 15 insta announcementof domestic violence. Our goal is to educate men and women about the dangers of these acts. The statistics are alarming. For instance, every minute 20 people are the victims of domestic violence, a woman is beaten every 9 seconds in the U.S., 1 in 7 men will be victims of severe violence by an intimate partner in their lifetimes.

Men and women can both be the victims of domestic violence.

Click Here to get INVOLVED and TAKE A STAND today! FREE posters and t-shirts (while supplies last)

 

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Getting Inked At A Traditional Tattoo Parlor

Gents,

This past Saturday, we decided to spend a few hours at the recently outside of tip top tattoo parloropened Tip Top Tattoo Parlor in Fullerton, California. The visit to the shop was a special occasion because I had arranged to get a piece done by guest tattooer Lisa Del Toro. I am a big fan of her art and tattooing and having the chance to finally meet her was super special.

Shop owner Dre Perales has a knack for creating amazing shops and is also the proprietor of Tip Top Barber Shop in Whittier, CA. A man of great diversity who can give a great fade and some of the best traditional tattoos around. More than just possessing amazing talents Dre is a stand up guy who operates from an old school belief of fairness, equality, and innovation. The shop exudes traditional tattoo parlor styling with the pinups and panther on the window declaring the mission of the shop, traditional and old school.The shop is all business and does not welcome “Drunk Kids, Brain Vampires”, which may be directed to the large college population in the area from Cal State Fullerton and Fullerton College. It is a warning and counseling session all in one, come back when you are serious and sober. Dre is not ashamed to put his tip top parlor counter and flash wallphilosophy on the doors before you ever set foot in his establishment. I would not expect anything less from Mr. Perales.

Once you set foot in the shop there is about 10 feet to the counter with ample seating and iconic traditional flash that is original DP (Dre Perales) and other artists adorn the walls. It feels like you have stepped back into time when shops only had flash on the wall and no special effects or ambiance to lure you in. From the counter you can see the artists only a few feet away engaging in their art, you get a front row seat to individuals who have made a commitment in ink.

I was stoked that Miss Del Toro would be in town for a few days and  agreed to tattoo me. Once I walked in the shop, I am not sure how she knew it was me but, she looked up and with a smile that could melt glaciers she said, “Hello Mr. M!” We have never met but something told me that not only was I at the right shop but the right artist was going to create lisa at tip top tattoo parlor smallersomething special with ink on me. I watched her work efficiently and intensely upon her client as I leaned against the counter like a child on Christmas morning waiting for my turn!

Soon enough my turn would arrive and she quickly ascertained the correct size and location of my tattoo and repeatedly asked if I was ready for it. I quietly wondered if there was an uncertainty oozing from my face. With precision and complete professionalism she began to pierce my skin with the machine and the motorized humm would fluctuate with the change in pressure and stroke technique. We talked about our life journey, ideals, family and peppered with the occasional “Are you ok Mr. M?” Not only is Miss Del Toro a great artist and tattooist but complete tattoohas tons of wisdom that she freely dispensed. Although Miss Del Toro knows alot of “influential people” she does not act holier than thou! The time quickly passed and after a few hours I could barely wait to see the completed piece.

The design was based on a traditional Ed Hardy design with a beautiful Jaguar and snake entrenched in battle. I picked the piece based on a similar painting that I saw at our exclusive one-one photo shoot with the legendary artist and tattoo legend, Ed Hardy (our Winter/Spring issue cover). To have Miss Del Toro create the tattoo on me was special because we “met” on social media a few years ago and I never thought we would actually meet, especially since she is based out of Las Vegas, Nevada and we are in Southern CA.

The Downtown Fullerton community has alot of history embedded into the buildings and streets that continually draws large crowds to the vintage stores, restaurants and shops. The consumers are seeking something that had been lost in America, pride and craftsmanship. Whether it is a barber giving a traditional haircut or tattooist creating artwork on the human canvas, people will always be drawn to quality and professionalism. Dre Perales has created a great shop that undoubtedly continues to create its mark not only upon skin but also in the community at large. The tattooers in the shop are more than able to handle their own, even apprentice “King Curtis (Kirk)” which I barely realized I was mispronouncing his name the whole time. Sorry about that. Thank you very much Dre for getting Miss Del Toro to guest spot at your shop! Miss Del Toro, words cannot express my gratitude for the piece of artwork you created, Bravo!

Tip Top Tattoo Parlor

Miss Lisa Del Toro

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The Avenue Men’s Magazine FREE Digital Copies!

We now have FREE digital copies available of The Avenue Men’s Magazine inaugural Fall 2013 issue featuring the Scumbag (Schorem) Barbers from the Netherlands! Also, great articles about custom made leather works, craft beer, tattoos and much more!

The magazine is gritty, classy, independent and attitude!

Click the image below to download, follow these directions!
1. Click “ADD TO DIGITAL LIBRARY” or it may say “BUY DIGITAL:FREE”
(ONLY THE DIGITAL COPY IS FREE)
2. You need to REGISTER on Magcloud to view on their reader, IOS for ipad, PDF
3. Then go to your account and click “MY DIGITAL LIBRARY”
4. Either select “DOWNLOAD PDF” or “READ NOW”

This is our gift to you!!!
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