Ami James is an American tattoo artist, television personality and entrepreneur.
Here he reflects on why there is a "darkness" that is often associated with tattoos.
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Lew the Jew and His Circle: Origins of American Tattoo is organized by The Contemporary Jewish Museum. Sponsorship is generously provided by Maribelle and Stephen Leavitt, Joyce Linker, and Pacific Heights Plastic Surgery.