Keelhauled Mike of Black Anchor Tattoo in Denton Maryland specializes in traditional American tattooing. Relocating to the Eastern Shore in 2006 and needing a place to reestablish his focus on his trade, Keelhauled Mike and old friend Krooked Ken set out on creating the Black Anchor. Black Anchor Tattoo Gallery is the first studio in Caroline County, Maryland to offer sanitary modern electric tattooing. They are located in the center of historic Denton, the County Seat, at 211 Market St. and easily accessible from all over the Eastern Shore as well as a short ride from the Bay Bridge. Walk-ins and appointments welcome. There are 1000's of designs to look through for ideas or you can bring in your own. The majority of thier work is custom, so if you need something designed for you its no problem at all. Please feel free to contact Keelhauled Mike with any questions either by E-Mail or by phone at (410)479-9316.

keel·haul(klhôl)
tr.v. keel·hauled, keel·haul·ing, keel·hauls
1. Nautical To discipline by dragging under the keel of a ship.
2. To rebuke harshly.

A lowbrow art gallery is also featured at Black Anchor, which hosts shows on quarter annual basis. Some of the work is tattoo related and some is not, from local and international Artist's.

Black Anchor Tattoo is dedicated to preserving the stories, spirit, images, myths & truths, and everything else to do with American tattooing from its beginnings in the late 19th century, up to its widespread, present state. Our mission is to educate the public about the history of electric tattooing in America. We also have an ever changing display of vintage and historic tattoo memorabilia, everything from actual equipment, letters, and photographs


Black Anchor Tattoo Gallery is located on 211 Market St. in historic downtown Denton,Md. 21629

Keelhauled Mike's hours at the shop are:

Tues 12-6, Wed-Sat 12-8 or later

He can be reached at 410-479-9316 or by E-Mail at email@blackanchortattoo.com

www. BLACK ANCHOR TATTOO. com

CONTACT BY EMAIL

Tattooing is easy to do badly, difficult to do well. The personal experience of the tattooist is of enormous importance, and so is the collective experience of other tattooists, past and present, from whom one learns habits and methods which are valuable, and tricks, short cuts and failures which must be avoided if the highest of standards are to be maintained.

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