SETH Enslow is known worldwide for his mid-air stunts on a motorcycle.
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But, with both feet planted firmly on the ground and equipment in hand, he has put another skill to the test in Wagga this week – one which will leave a lasting impression.
Mr Enslow, who hails from southern California, has spent the last two days hard at work tattooing at Sinister on Baylis Street.
As one of the original Crusty Demons and a member of Metal Mulisha, Mr Enslow has plenty of his own ink.
He started getting his tattoos at the age of 20 and has been “returning the favour” for years. “They’re a bit addictive,” Mr Enslow said.
While most are of a personal nature, he has even tattoed his own signature on numerous occasions.
“It’s just a memory that they can keep on their skin for life, it’s like a permanent tag,” Mr Enslow said.
“Tattoos are definitely more socially acceptable these days than they were 10 or 20 years ago.
“They’re not so categorised as people who’ve been in jail, it’s more a style of self-expression.”
Cherynne O’Mara already has one tattoo but jumped at the opportunity to get a second, inked by Mr Enslow while he was in town.
The 18-year-old has always been interested in motorbikes and said she had grown up watching the Crusty Demons with her family.
“He was kind of like an idol for my brother and I,” Ms O’Mara said.
“I thought it’d be a good opportunity to meet him.”
She said getting inked was a personal choice and, for most people, they carried significant meaning.
Owner of Sinister Paul Dallow has known Mr Enslow for a couple of years and arranged the visit during a recent trip to Los Angeles.
“The whole thing was booked out a week ago,” Mr Dallow said.
“It just puts Wagga on the map ... (it gives) the opportunity to meet more high-profile people.
Mr Enslow was due to finish tattooing yesterday but, due to demand, will be in action today.
A few spots are still available and anyone interested will need to book in person at Sinister.
