At 15, Stoney St. Clair joined the circus as a sword swallower before transitioning to tattooing, a craft he practiced for fifty years.
Synopsis
At 15, Stoney St. Clair joined the circus as a sword swallower before transitioning to tattooing, a craft he practiced for fifty years.
Synopsis
Stoney St. Clair, a master tattoo artist confined to a wheelchair due to arthritis, has spent decades perfecting his craft. After joining the circus at 15 as a sword swallower, he transitioned to tattooing, traveling with circuses and carnivals for fifty years. The film captures Stoney at work, revealing his determination and skill in an art form where mistakes are permanent. A visit from tattoo master Don Ed Hardy culminates the film, as he receives a tattoo from Stoney, bridging traditional and contemporary tattoo artistry.
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Why Watch
- Meet Stoney St. Clair, a master tattoo artist.
- See Don Ed Hardy get tattooed by Stoney.
- Find out about Stoney's circus career.
Did You Know
- Stoney St. Clair has had arthritis since the age of four.
- He joined the circus at 15 as a sword swallower.
- Stoney has been tattooing for fifty years.
- Don Ed Hardy appears in the film to receive a tattoo from Stoney.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the main subject of the documentary 'Stoney Knows How'?
The main subject is Leonard 'Stoney' St. Clair, a master tattoo artist.
At what age did Stoney St. Clair join the circus?
Stoney St. Clair joined the circus at the age of 15.
Who received a tattoo from Stoney St. Clair in the documentary?
Renowned tattoo master Don Ed Hardy received a tattoo from Stoney St. Clair.
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