Halloween Custom Body Painting Special!

DZUL INK presents our annual...

Halloween & Dia de los Muertos Custom Body Painting Special

From Friday, October 26 to Friday, November 2 we are taking appointments for custom body & face painting, make-up application, and temporary and tattoos. 

Be original & turn heads! Don't get caught with the same costume as everyone else. Book an appointment and let Dzul Ink create a one-of-a-kind custom look for you this Halloween!

We offer:

• Custom Facial Mask Painting
• Horror & Gore Make-up
• Waterproof Latex Body Painting
• Temporary & Airbrush Tattoos
• Day of the Dead & Sugar Skull Face Painting

Our artists can create any requested look!

Limited walk-ins are available for these days and appointments are booking fast so reserve your spot today!

We offer custom body painting and airbrush services year round. Book Dzul Ink for private parties, masquerade balls, glamour make-up, photo shoots or just a night out on the town! Call or email us for more information or to set up your appointment.

*Happy Halloween and Feliz Dia de los Muertos!*

For more Info and Appointments, Call: 206-767-1163'

Email: info@dzul.com

Check out our Facebook for more Custom Body Painting photos and ideas.

www.facebook.com/dzul.studio

Dzul is also having an Apparel Sale. Stop by and take advantage of blow-out prices on clothes starting at only $10! Shorts from $10-$15, and Pants $11-$15. We're clearing out our studio before our move to Bell Town in December, so take advantage of these great prices!

DZUL INK

9622 16th Avenue, Suite B. Seattle, WA 98106

www.dzul.com

Email:info@dzul.com

Halloween Custom Body Painting Special!

DZUL INK presents our annual...

Halloween & Dia de los Muertos Custom Body Painting Special

From Friday, October 26 to Friday, November 2 we are taking appointments for custom body & face painting, make-up application, and temporary and tattoos. 

Be original & turn heads! Don't get caught with the same costume as everyone else. Book an appointment and let Dzul Ink create a one-of-a-kind custom look for you this Halloween!

We offer:

• Custom Facial Mask Painting
• Horror & Gore Make-up
• Waterproof Latex Body Painting
• Temporary & Airbrush Tattoos
• Day of the Dead & Sugar Skull Face Painting

Our artists can create any requested look!

Limited walk-ins are available for these days and appointments are booking fast so reserve your spot today!

We offer custom body painting and airbrush services year round. Book Dzul Ink for private parties, masquerade balls, glamour make-up, photo shoots or just a night out on the town! Call or email us for more information or to set up your appointment.

*Happy Halloween and Feliz Dia de los Muertos!*

For more Info and Appointments, Call: 206-767-1163'

Email: info@dzul.com

Check out our Facebook for more Custom Body Painting photos and ideas.

www.facebook.com/dzul.studio

Dzul is also having an Apparel Sale. Stop by and take advantage of blow-out prices on clothes starting at only $10! Shorts from $10-$15, and Pants $11-$15. We're clearing out our studio before our move to Bell Town in December, so take advantage of these great prices!

DZUL INK

9622 16th Avenue, Suite B. Seattle, WA 98106

www.dzul.com

Email:info@dzul.com

$20 DZUL Customer Appreciation Piercing Sale!

We’re excited to announce that Dzul is moving to Bell Town!

We want to take the time to thank all of you who have supported us at our current location. We love our customers! To show our appreciation, we’re having a Appreciation Piercing Sale!

The sale will start Friday October 19th and go through Saturday November 24th! Every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday during sale days, standard piercings will be $20, which does not include the jewelry. Take advantage of this great deal and get a fresh new piercing to show off to the world!

The piercing sale includes all standard piercings above the waist. All other piercings are 10% off. Piercings do not include jewelry. Initial certified sterile stainless steel jewelry starts at $15. We also offer a selection of high quality jewelry in a wide range of styles that are suitable for your new piercing.

Buy 3 piercings for you or your friends, and receive a 4th piercing for free!!

(Piercings must be purchased the same day)

The following is a list of some of our most commonly asked questions.

*********************Questions and Answers:*************************

1.) What are considered standard piercings?

-The following is a list of standard piercings: eyebrow, lip, earlobe, labret, monroe, medusa, nostril (nose), navel (belly), tongue, vertical labret, conch, tragus, ear cartilage, industrial*

*The industrial piercing counts as 2 piercings, each is $20

2.) Does the $20 sale include jewelry with the piercing?

- No, jewelry is sold separately. Initial certified sterile stainless steel jewelry starts at $15. We also offer a selection of high quality jewelry in a wide range of styles that are suitable for your new piercing.

3.) Is all of the jewelry $15?

- No, the prices of jewelry depend on material and style. The most basic jewelry for many of the piercings start at $15.

4.) What piercings are 10% off?

- Surface and advanced piercings. The following are examples of surface and advanced piercings. If you dont see your piercing listed, call us at the shop to inquire if it is included in the sale. Genitals, nipples, surface piercings, anti-eyebrow, chin, bridge, third-eye, lowbret, septum, cheeks, etc.

5.) What type of jewelry do you use for the initial piercing?

- We use sterilized stainless steel. The technical name is 3116 LVM-PER ASTM F-138-92. This is the recommended jewelry for initial piercings, and the same material used for surgical implants.

6.) Can I bring my own jewelry?

- We are required to use only sterile bran new jewelry purchased here at the shop, to ensure your safety.

7.) Are appointments required?

- Walk ins are welcome, but we highly recommend making an appointment or you might have a 20-30 minute wait since we experience a high volume of clients on sale days.

8.) Can I come any day to get the sale price?

-No, only the days of the sale. Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays until November 24th.

9.) How do I make an appointment?

- Give us a call at the studio and we will get you booked with an appointment.

If you dont find an answer to your question here, follow the link below for more information about our piercing policies or call us at 206-767-1163 for additional help.

DZUL Piercing Info and Policies. Click for more info!

$20 DZUL Customer Appreciation Piercing Sale!

We’re excited to announce that Dzul is moving to Bell Town!

We want to take the time to thank all of you who have supported us at our current location. We love our customers! To show our appreciation, we’re having a Appreciation Piercing Sale!

The sale will start Friday October 19th and go through Saturday November 24th! Every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday during sale days, standard piercings will be $20, which does not include the jewelry. Take advantage of this great deal and get a fresh new piercing to show off to the world!

The piercing sale includes all standard piercings above the waist. All other piercings are 10% off. Piercings do not include jewelry. Initial certified sterile stainless steel jewelry starts at $15. We also offer a selection of high quality jewelry in a wide range of styles that are suitable for your new piercing.

Buy 3 piercings for you or your friends, and receive a 4th piercing for free!!

(Piercings must be purchased the same day)

The following is a list of some of our most commonly asked questions.

*********************Questions and Answers:*************************

1.) What are considered standard piercings?

-The following is a list of standard piercings: eyebrow, lip, earlobe, labret, monroe, medusa, nostril (nose), navel (belly), tongue, vertical labret, conch, tragus, ear cartilage, industrial*

*The industrial piercing counts as 2 piercings, each is $20

2.) Does the $20 sale include jewelry with the piercing?

- No, jewelry is sold separately. Initial certified sterile stainless steel jewelry starts at $15. We also offer a selection of high quality jewelry in a wide range of styles that are suitable for your new piercing.

3.) Is all of the jewelry $15?

- No, the prices of jewelry depend on material and style. The most basic jewelry for many of the piercings start at $15.

4.) What piercings are 10% off?

- Surface and advanced piercings. The following are examples of surface and advanced piercings. If you dont see your piercing listed, call us at the shop to inquire if it is included in the sale. Genitals, nipples, surface piercings, anti-eyebrow, chin, bridge, third-eye, lowbret, septum, cheeks, etc.

5.) What type of jewelry do you use for the initial piercing?

- We use sterilized stainless steel. The technical name is 3116 LVM-PER ASTM F-138-92. This is the recommended jewelry for initial piercings, and the same material used for surgical implants.

6.) Can I bring my own jewelry?

- We are required to use only sterile bran new jewelry purchased here at the shop, to ensure your safety.

7.) Are appointments required?

- Walk ins are welcome, but we highly recommend making an appointment or you might have a 20-30 minute wait since we experience a high volume of clients on sale days.

8.) Can I come any day to get the sale price?

-No, only the days of the sale. Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays until November 24th.

9.) How do I make an appointment?

- Give us a call at the studio and we will get you booked with an appointment.

If you dont find an answer to your question here, follow the link below for more information about our piercing policies or call us at 206-767-1163 for additional help.

DZUL Piercing Info and Policies. Click for more info!

Curious what Dzul Ink's all about? Here's the scoop!

Curious what Dzul Ink's all about? Here's the scoop!

Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Get your sweetheart a unique gift of a tattoo or piercing....or surprise them with one for you!

Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Get your sweetheart a unique gift of a tattoo or piercing....or surprise them with one for you!

$20 piercing sale and 10% off all Tattoos for the entire month of January!

$20 Piercing Sale and 10% off ALL Tattoos!

Dzul will be having a $20 standard piercing sale every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday now till February 15th, 2012! There will also be 10% off all tattoos from January 1-31st. The piercing sale includes all standard piercings above the waist. All other piercings are 10% off. Piercings do not include jewelry. Initial certified sterile stainless steel jewelry starts at $15. We also offer a selection of high quality jewelry in a wide range of styles that are suitable for your new piercing.

If you buy 3 piercings for you or your friends, you will receive a 4th piercings for free!!
(Piercings must be purchased the same day)

We are also selling name brand clothing for 50% off!

9622 16th Ave. SW Ste B, Seattle, WA 98106 (206) 767-1163 www.dzul.com

$20 piercing sale and 10% off all Tattoos for the entire month of January!

$20 Piercing Sale and 10% off ALL Tattoos!

Dzul will be having a $20 standard piercing sale every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday now till February 15th, 2012! There will also be 10% off all tattoos from January 1-31st. The piercing sale includes all standard piercings above the waist. All other piercings are 10% off. Piercings do not include jewelry. Initial certified sterile stainless steel jewelry starts at $15. We also offer a selection of high quality jewelry in a wide range of styles that are suitable for your new piercing.

If you buy 3 piercings for you or your friends, you will receive a 4th piercings for free!!
(Piercings must be purchased the same day)

We are also selling name brand clothing for 50% off!

9622 16th Ave. SW Ste B, Seattle, WA 98106 (206) 767-1163 www.dzul.com

Dzul: Body art with “flavor” in Seattle

By NICK FELDMAN
UW News Lab

“It’s a picture of my son,” the man in the chair said in Spanish. “Enrique is his name. When I came to the United States, I left him when he was 2 months old. It’s to have him with me all the time, to have a memory of him, because I don’t know if I’ll be able to see him again.”



Francisco Antonio Flores-Renteria came to the U.S. three years ago. When looking for a place to have the portrait done — his second tattoo — he looked no further than Dzul Studio — a place that was clean, where he trusted the quality of the art, and where he was able to converse in his own language.

The studio, run by brothers Alejandro (“Alex”) and Jacob (“Smiley”) as well as piercing-artist sisters Catalina and Elizabeth, takes the family name to heart: Dzul is a Mayan word meaning master or leader, one who stands above others in character or reputation. And that reputation has been built up over the last decade.

“I started to draw at an early age,” said Smiley, “and my friends from my neighborhood knew that I knew how to draw, so they were the ones who actually got me into it.” He sports seven tattoos himself: on his legs, right arm, collarbone, each shoulder, and his mother’s name on his back — his first, at age 16. “That’s how I started, just doing names for (friends) and their mom’s names and initials.”

After four years of doing airbrush art at weekend swap meets and discovering fairs like Bite of Seattle, Bumbershoot,Hempfest and Portland’s Cinco de Mayo celebration — the brothers had amassed enough capital to open a studio.

“When we first moved out to the Northwest, there wasn’t a lot of art put out with our perspective or flavor,” said Alex. “When we came in there were a lot of people who wanted art but they weren’t getting it. That’s one of the places where we come in and really shine, because we have a very unique style.”

Smiley, the studio’s resident tattoo expert, is a master of the more urban black-and-gray tattoo style, but is also a talented tribal and color artist. About 80 percent of the art done at Dzul is original, and while the brothers have “flash” designs premade — reusable and template art — they’ve found that people are more interested in art that speaks directly to them, and that both parties are often more excited to do unique work.

While the Dzuls cater to their culture, only 30 percent to 40 percent of their clientele is Hispanic. Instead, they draw on the many ethnic and age demographics that tattoo culture has infiltrated, as well as their clients from places as far away as Everett and Vancouver, B.C., who travel specifically to visit the White Center studio.

“A lot of people who speak Spanish feel good to be understood, but the population in Seattle is not heavily Hispanic,” said Alex. “We’re really pretty diverse when it comes to who walks through our doors. “

The siblings are currently looking to either move or expand to a location somewhere closer to the center of Seattle. One of their main reasons for originally choosing the shop’s location was its affordability for young artist-entrepreneurs.

In addition to massive updates to the studio’s Web site — including an education-focused FAQ section — within the next year, Dzul also plans to launch a clothing line and sponsor an art exhibition with a Day of the Dead theme featuring original art, tattooing and photography.

“People come through, they get their work, it’s original,” said Alex. “They have a perspective and we just help them to make it look good. I thought it would be good to do portraits of them and their tattoos to tell their stories.”

In the words of Alex, who studied graphic design at the Art Institute of Seattle, artists always need a community of other people who share their passion. And, luckily for these four siblings, that artistic community is also blood.

“If there’s anyone you can trust the most,” Smiley said, “it’s your family.”

——————————————————————————————–
(NICK FELDMAN is a student in the University of Washington Department of Communication News Laboratory.)

Dzul: Body art with “flavor” in Seattle

By NICK FELDMAN
UW News Lab

“It’s a picture of my son,” the man in the chair said in Spanish. “Enrique is his name. When I came to the United States, I left him when he was 2 months old. It’s to have him with me all the time, to have a memory of him, because I don’t know if I’ll be able to see him again.”



Francisco Antonio Flores-Renteria came to the U.S. three years ago. When looking for a place to have the portrait done — his second tattoo — he looked no further than Dzul Studio — a place that was clean, where he trusted the quality of the art, and where he was able to converse in his own language.

The studio, run by brothers Alejandro (“Alex”) and Jacob (“Smiley”) as well as piercing-artist sisters Catalina and Elizabeth, takes the family name to heart: Dzul is a Mayan word meaning master or leader, one who stands above others in character or reputation. And that reputation has been built up over the last decade.

“I started to draw at an early age,” said Smiley, “and my friends from my neighborhood knew that I knew how to draw, so they were the ones who actually got me into it.” He sports seven tattoos himself: on his legs, right arm, collarbone, each shoulder, and his mother’s name on his back — his first, at age 16. “That’s how I started, just doing names for (friends) and their mom’s names and initials.”

After four years of doing airbrush art at weekend swap meets and discovering fairs like Bite of Seattle, Bumbershoot,Hempfest and Portland’s Cinco de Mayo celebration — the brothers had amassed enough capital to open a studio.

“When we first moved out to the Northwest, there wasn’t a lot of art put out with our perspective or flavor,” said Alex. “When we came in there were a lot of people who wanted art but they weren’t getting it. That’s one of the places where we come in and really shine, because we have a very unique style.”

Smiley, the studio’s resident tattoo expert, is a master of the more urban black-and-gray tattoo style, but is also a talented tribal and color artist. About 80 percent of the art done at Dzul is original, and while the brothers have “flash” designs premade — reusable and template art — they’ve found that people are more interested in art that speaks directly to them, and that both parties are often more excited to do unique work.

While the Dzuls cater to their culture, only 30 percent to 40 percent of their clientele is Hispanic. Instead, they draw on the many ethnic and age demographics that tattoo culture has infiltrated, as well as their clients from places as far away as Everett and Vancouver, B.C., who travel specifically to visit the White Center studio.

“A lot of people who speak Spanish feel good to be understood, but the population in Seattle is not heavily Hispanic,” said Alex. “We’re really pretty diverse when it comes to who walks through our doors. “

The siblings are currently looking to either move or expand to a location somewhere closer to the center of Seattle. One of their main reasons for originally choosing the shop’s location was its affordability for young artist-entrepreneurs.

In addition to massive updates to the studio’s Web site — including an education-focused FAQ section — within the next year, Dzul also plans to launch a clothing line and sponsor an art exhibition with a Day of the Dead theme featuring original art, tattooing and photography.

“People come through, they get their work, it’s original,” said Alex. “They have a perspective and we just help them to make it look good. I thought it would be good to do portraits of them and their tattoos to tell their stories.”

In the words of Alex, who studied graphic design at the Art Institute of Seattle, artists always need a community of other people who share their passion. And, luckily for these four siblings, that artistic community is also blood.

“If there’s anyone you can trust the most,” Smiley said, “it’s your family.”

——————————————————————————————–
(NICK FELDMAN is a student in the University of Washington Department of Communication News Laboratory.)