Tom Casey - Kurgan, Ramirez AND Connor

Youse guys ain't gonna believe today's issue of HIGHLANDER - THE INKED.  Three classic tatts featuring Connor, Kurgan AND Ramirez all on one true fans flesh!!!

I think it's safe to say we have a very special special guest lined up for the near future.  Steve Geaghan, Production Designer for Highlander -The Series and current PD for the hit show Defiance is the rumored creator of both the Watcher concept and the design of the 'tattoo'.  Steve has agreed to answer some questions.  

I got like a fan boner here. 

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On to the here and now.  Featured in this past December issue of  Rebel Ink, I wanted Tom to introduce himself. the guy's got a story.  So throw on Queen's 'It's A Kind of Magic' for ambiance, grab some popcorn and spend a few minutes in his skin.

Tom Casey, Triple Play!!

     "My name is Tom Casey, 49 years old and divorced for 10 years. I live in Coventry Rhode Island and I work at Precision Harley-Davidson in Pawtucket RI. I remember watching the original Highlander movie in 1986 and was instantly hooked!!

As a young adult at the time, I was drawn in to the symbolism, power and true meaning of good vs evil. Although no one man can live forever, I felt the pain in Conner as he held back his feelings knowing that nothing lasts for eternity.

What a fancy peacock

The symbolism in my world relates to my Dad. His illness took him away from me 3 years a go. The Kurgan is the disease and he, Conner. Always fighting til the end, he never gave up!
My first Highlander Tattoo was Ramirez. He is now my Dad, my guardian. Whenever I am lost or in need of advice, I know he is always there looking out for me.
My second is The Kurgan. It is a constant reminder to never take anything for granted. Life is not easy and it can be taken away from you at any time."

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HTI - Who was the tattoo artist you chose?

TC - Sarah Miller is one of the best!!! She placed second on Ink Masters. I became close friends with her a couple years ago.

"I know everything...I see everything..I am everything!!"

HTI - Do you get any feedback from fans?

TC - I get them all the time!! Most people ask why I did that. To me, it's a personal thing. Every morning as I look in the mirror, I see my Dad watching over me!! To me, that is priceless!!

HTI - When and where did you get them?  Did you have to travel far?

TC - Over the last year and a half.  I got them done in New Hampshire, Allentown PA, and Pittsburgh PA.

HTI - I noticed a motor sickle in your Facebook pics.  You like to ride?  How long?

Shhh. Quiet. Just look, don't say anything. Take it in.

TC - Love to ride!!! been riding since 1972. I work for Harley-Davidson and got my first bike from my Dad on my 7th birthday. He taught me how to ride then and I've been riding ever since!!

HTI- What keeps you busy these days?  Got any hobbies?  Do you hate Morrissey as much as I seem to?

TC - I'm a workaholic. Harley's are a passion and I live the dream!!! Morrissey...... not a fan!!!!

HTI - Were you into the television incarnations of Highlander?

TC - No.

And with that answer I jumped on Tom's Harley and stole it.  Thank you Tom not only for the bike but for your participation and sharing your beautiful artwork.  Not that this is a contest but you win so far.

Take a minute and check out Sarah Miller extreme talent at her Facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/sarahmillertattoos

AND YOU PEOPLE - Please keep spreading the HIGHLANDER - THE INKED word.  This blogthing ceases to exist when people stop wanting to show their Highlander tat's and tell their singular stories.


BONUS FEATURE!
Yet another installment of BAD WATCHER

(Oh boy.  You very bad writer Rusty.  People too polite to tell you.)

Blow me Koto.  I'm unique.

BAD WATCHER 2

"'Attached is the second report filed by Josh 'Keg Killer' Lehman, further proof he is not Watcher material.
Signed, Joe Dawson

-Attachment 2-

'Hey, Joe dude. I've been thinkin' and I was wondering if instead of the Watcher tat, I could get this killer ink I saw? It's the one Vin Diesel had in XXX (Triple X). I know you've been on my case about getting the Watcher tattoo but I really hate needles man and I thought the xxx would be, you know, more personal and unique.
Oh, btw, I lost the dude you got me watching. I forget his name, I got it written down somewhere, I'll find it.
Anyway, I'm out. I got tickets to Ozzy tonight!!!  GOING OFF THE WALLS ON A CRAZY TRAIN!! Hey Joe, you like Ozzy?

Peace out, Josh'."

--CONT. next time if you are good--