Nick Ackman

Nick Ackman

Biography:

Tattooer Nick Ackman of Olympia, Washington started Blue Letter Books, an independent publishing company in 2013. Tattooing since 2001, Nick became interested in the history of his craft and began accumulating and compiling information and tattoo memorabilia-- a pursuit that will last the rest of his life. Focusing his research on the makers of the items he acquired, Nick is now combining images from his collection with related information in the form of books. The goal of these books is to keep the history of the great craft of tattooing alive, while at the same time providing a look at images and objects from tattooing’s past.

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Past Shows:

  • History of Tattoos / Open Lines

    In the first half, Nick Ackman (Facebook Page), who's been a professional tattoo artist for 15 years, discussed the history of tattooing, why it's become so mainstream in the United States, and how people from all walks of life from wealthy businessmen to elderly grandmothers...More »

Last Night

Near-Death Experience / Astrological Forecast
Near-Death Experience / Astrological Forecast
Author and director Sebastian Junger shared a compelling near-death experience that occurred after his pancreatic artery ruptured. Followed by astrologer Mark Lerner, who discussed upcoming astrological cycles and alignments.

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