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Taiwanese Tattooist Jimmy Shy Taps Into History

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By Yuan Tuan/Patrick Chen/Alec MacDonald/Bryn Thomas

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Taipei-born tattoo artist Jimmy Shy is making waves in the United States. Known for his vibrant colors and Asian motifs, his style is commonly described as American Traditional, or sometimes Hong Kong traditional. In an interview we discuss his body of work, his influences including Pinky Yun, and the little-known history of tattooing in Asia. This video was re-uploaded to correct a typo.