looking 4 an Irezumi / Japanese themed artist in Houston

Ive been looking into and asking around for a Houston TX artist that specializes in Japanese themed work. Im considering getting a decent sized piece on my back - something w maybe a Koi, Hammer, Clouds, cherry blossoms etc,,I have a few ideas but Im really looking for an artist that can help me with ideas & fluid placement etc. Any artists that I should check out a bit further? thanks in advance

Chris Trevion is in Austin and he is one of the best out there www.christrevino.com And Mark C. Merchant does tebori tattoos www.nineeyesstudio.com and he is great too. He is in Dallas.

thanks, I appreciate it. damn I was in Austin this weekend - I wish I could have stopped by Perfection. they have nice work

would you happen to know how long it takes to see him - ive heard it can take 7-8 months? i was warned that traveling to see him can be complicated if your life style doesnt permit dropping everything and hitting the road. i guess i just have the impression that he is out of reach. a few people have mentioned that jason brooks to me as well.

Sorry, that you will have to ask him. Or someone who has been tattooed by him can answer :)