God, Country and Tattoos
Tattoo artist pens story of his own transformation, and America
God's Indelible Ink Creates True Work of Art
Tattoo artist pens story of his own transformation, and America
2011-03-30
?"In my 40 years as a tattoo artist, I have interacted with, witnessed to, encouraged, and influenced thousands of people in all walks of life and age groups " from politicians to pastors, businessmen to street people, men and women, old and young alike, many of whom would never set foot in a church,” says Dwyer. And while, historically, tattooing has never been viewed as a ministry platform, it has become just that for Dwyer, who keeps pointing people toward the cross: ?"Having attempted to run away from God for many years I have experienced firsthand the truth behind ‘amazing grace.’ I am living proof that His promises are true.”
The tattoo industry has changed significantly from its meager beginnings when Dwyer first started tattooing to its present status as a multimillion-dollar industry. There through all the significant changes, Dwyer is one of the best-known artists of today who has served as executive director of the Alliance of Professional Tattooing and as a leader for the Tattoo Tour convention business. ?"God, country, and tattoos: each of these three, through the tension each creates in the others, has shaped my life, forming the foundation upon which I stand,” writes Dwyer.