Factiod: did you know that Wally is known in the tattoo world as
one of the "Bowery Boys?"
Wally's father, a barber, learned to tattoo from legendary
tattoo artist Charlie Wagner circa 1930's on the Bowery in New York
City. He tattoed at #4 Bowery.
Wally followed in the tradition and tattooed on the Bowery in
NYC until 1961
Marvin aka "Marty" is the third generation of this dynamic
tattoo family.
This is a classic picture of Wally (on the far right kneeling) with his brother, his dad (Willy) and one satisfied customer known as "the Human Autograph". The picture was taken in the late 1950's. If you are interested in learning more about the history of New York City Tattooing send an email to info@wallystattoostudio.com From time to time we may feature some interesting tattoo stories on the website and we will try to email you when those features arrive. Wally’s Tattoo Studio occasionally sells some tattoo memorabilia from the family's shop dating back to the 50's, 60's and 70's. Let use know if you are interested in hearing about those items. Additionally, you can read about Wally in the book:
"New York City Tattoo: The Oral History of an Urban Art" by Michael McCabe.
Marvin (Marty) with Wally-
Marvin continues the family's tradition of Tattooing.
