Scott Padgett
Interactive Designer / Illustrator
I was born in Knoxville, TN back in the seventies. Spent a lot of my time fishing & boating with family. Eventually we moved to Atlanta in 1980 and my teen years were filled with skateboarding, drawing, biking, fishing – everything a teen used to do before the internet suffocated our lives with the ‘click & stare’.
My middle school years were split between private and public schooling. Due to the fact I spent my time drawing instead of learning (according to the teachers). I hated private school and everything it stood for. There is nothing worse then being yanked out of your circle of friends, placed in a pair of Khaki pants, collared shirt surround by kids who are all taking some sort of hyper-controlling medication that won’t leave you alone.
After countless pleas to my parents I started my high school years back in public school where I could actually be around the opposite sex and get back in the game.
It was in High School that I started to take my art seriously and the school (Alan C. Pope) had a reputation for turning out great artists. I spent my entire High School career studying every medium I could – everything from oil, pencil, watercolor, clay, etc. The art teacher on staff was great and rallied me to be as versatile with my talents.
I graduated High school in 92 and soon after I enrolled in the Art Institute of Atlanta where I continued to study fine arts with a concentration on Graphic Design, graduating with honors in 95.
Today I work as a Senior Designer for a Creative Agency that focuses on Interactive Marketing. My 8 hour day consist of website development, logo design and marketing collateral. I live with my my wife Terry in Marietta, Ga. My passions include drawing, painting, prop making, cooking, gardening and planted aquariums.
Contact Scott Padgett
www.scottpadgettart.com
Craig Foster
Tattooist / Illustrator
My name is Craig Foster. I was born in New York(Queens) 9/4/71. Moved to New Jersey, Pittsburgh, Boca Raton, and landed in Marietta GA. 1989. Moved around Atlanta quite a bit, but mostly stayed in Marietta.
I started tattooing in 1995 in Douglasville GA. I started working at Psycho Tattoo in 96, and worked there until 2002. Left Psycho Tattoo,and went to work with Timeless Tattoo in Atlanta. Stayed there almost 3 years and left to do my own thing, Skinwerks Tattoo.
Skinwerks.com was started by Scott Padgett of Marietta GA. a while back. I was invited to join the website in 2000, and it has been my home since. We eventually want to join forces ,but for now I started up Skinwerks Tattoo in Carrollton GA. September of 2004. I love to work.I am a fulltime Tattoo Atist, a fulltime Husband, and a fulltime Dad. Everything that I need. I enjoy Good Movies (action) , spicy food, video games, fishing, and travel. The only meat that I eat is Fish. There are only a few types of fish that I do not like. Chillean Sea Bass, Perch, and Monk Fish. On my free time,I like to hang out with my Family. I go out every once and awhile just for special occasions. To finish, I would to see how many people I can find that I have tattooed over the years. Contact me and show me the work. I enjoy what I do with a passion, and never forget a tattoo or a face.
Scott Barbeau
Piercer
I’m lucky to say I've worked at Skinwerks for the last 2 1/2 years, its been such a great time. I’m looking forward to many more years here. I’ve been piercing for many years and like to thank all who have help and taught me so much. I like to think this is a dream job, without all the great people who walk threw the door I wouldn't be where I am. I would also like to thank Craig for giving me a place I can call home.
Chelsea Wagner
Counter Girl
Hello colorful world of Internet surfers! My name is Chelsea Wagner. I am a Carrollton native and a recent graduate of West Georgia with a degree in Ceramics and a minor in German. I love to work in other medias as well such as sculpture, printmaking, and photography. I am currently working at Skinwerks as the counter girl and at the Alley Cat bar and restaurant. I love tattoos and have always dreamed of working in a shop.
When I am not creating or dominating the world I enjoy watching German horror films, eating tons of good food, fashion, and life.