After more than two decades of tattooing, BUILDING A STUDIO, earning awards, being published, exhibiting in museums and galleries, travelling to incredible places, collaborating with inspiring artists, and mentoring the next generation, AND MEETING THOUSANDS OF INCREDIBLE PEOPLE, THE time HAS COME TO close this chapter of my story.

MY BOOKS ARE CLOSED, AND I AM NO LONGER ACCEPTING new tattoo requests.

This decision comes with a full heart. Tattooing has given me everything - purpose, friendship, creativity, and the honour of being trusted with your stories. I’ve poured myself into this craft, and I’m deeply grateful to every person who sat in my chair over the years. Whether you came in for your first tattoo, entrusted me with a tribute piece, or sent kind words from afar - thank you. It has meant everything to me.

Now it’s time for a new season. My family and I are relocating to Vancouver Island, BC, where we’ll be planting new roots and embracing a different kind of adventure. It’s a big shift, but it feels right. I carry all the memories, lessons, and relationships from this chapter with me as I step into what’s next. 

I DON'T KNOW EXACTLY WHAT MY CREATIVE WORK WILL LOOK LIKE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE MOVE, AND THAT'S PART OF WHAT EXCITES ME. I'LL ALWAYS BE A MAKER, A STORYTELLER, A PEOPLE PERSON. MAYBE I'LL RETURN TO TATTOOING IN A SMALL, INTENTIONAL WAY SOMEDAY. MAYBE I'LL EVOLVE INTO SOMETHING NEW. I'M STAYING OPEN TO WHATEVER FEELS ALIGNED WHEN I LAND.


THANKS TO ALL WHO HAVE BEEN A PART OF THIS JOURNEY.

WITH LOVE AND RESPECT,
JOHN GARANCHESKI III

THE END OF AN ERA