TOM HAUBRICK

• IG: @haubs & @haubscomix 
• Shop: @bigtroubletattoo 📍San Diego, CA 
• Eyes: Gorgeous, duh! 👀
• Hair: FRESH 💇🏻‍♂️

What do you love about Maverick? 

What's not to love? I love the consistency in needle groupings, the quality of products, the fast shipping, and the personal hand written notes. Always a pleasure.

What are your favorite groupings to use for your tattoos? 

The ones I use the most are 7 liner loose, tight 3s, 9 and 15 mags.

The penguin is the Maverick founders spirit animal. What is your spirit animal and why?

I’ve always loved sloths. They always look happy and take their time with life. Seems like a good time.

Can you describe your first tattoo experience? 

My first tattoo I did on myself during my apprenticeship. It’s a star on my ankle that i lined and shaded with a five liner I made. It took forever and hurt like hell.

Top 3 tattoo artists you admire? 

I admire artists that do art for the love of it and don't need anyone's opinions or acknowledgment.

What are some funny tattoo moments you have? 

Oh man too many to count. I've worked with some funny people over the years and the best jokes are the long running inside jokes. Am I right?

If you were to choose a band to describe your artwork, which band would you choose and why? 

I guess Pink Floyd? they write pretty weird stuff.

If you were to win best tattooer in the world, who would you thank & why?

OK, we’re going full fantasy now eh? haha. I'd probably thank friends and family for the encouragement.

Secret hidden talent. What is it?

If I told you it wouldn’t be a secret ;)

What is your kryptonite?

I don't like loud noises very much.

Any person you would like to trade places with for the day? 

Maybe an Astronaut? I think it would be pretty awesome to see outer space.

What book or movie would you recommend? Why would you recommend that specific one?

I recommend you watch the movie Predator, because it’s the best movie ever made. The end.

With having to promote yourself on social media , how do you maintain a positive mindset? 

I'm trying to be creative with it , and not let it be a complete burden. I'm actually horrible about putting out media on a regular basis and don't really care about it. I'd rather make art that I'm proud of rather than jump through continuous hoops for every algorithm update. That keeps me happy.

Which state are you located in? What do you like most about where you live and why?

I’ve lived in California my whole life. Whats not to like? Great weather, great people, great times. 👍

What is something weird you do before bedtime?

Should I be doing something weird beforehand? Is that a thing? I usually just read comics before I go to bed. Is that weird ?

What would you say is the best way to deal with stress? 

Still trying to figure that out. Once I do I'll let you know.

Do you have a moment that changed your life? Do you mind sharing?

The one that comes to mind is the first time I saw a wolverine comic at a baseball card convention as a kid. I knew then I didn’t care much about sports any longer and only wanted to collect comics.

Who is the most unique tattooer you have ever met? 

Definitely Myles Karr. Love him and his work. He has a vision like no other. His creativity is so far beyond what i can comprehend.