The Alpha Geek
Artertainer, Artist, Author, Artrepreneur; Chris 51 has united the worlds of art, geek culture & heavy metal.
The Alpha Geek
Artertainer, Artist, Author, Artrepreneur; Chris 51 has united the worlds of art, geek culture & heavy metal.
The Alpha Geek
Artist
It started with a passion for pop-culture and led him to becoming arguably the most famous geek tattoo artist in the world. His clean and vibrant ink work is one-of-a-kind. He is one of the most respected artists, known for an inventive & unmatched work ethic. Through educational seminars, television, endorsement deals, promotion, press, charity work and book publishing, Chris 51 has given and done more for the tattoo industry in his tenure than most do in a lifetime. (click pic to view galleries)
Artertainer
Chris 51 created, cast and starred in his own TV show, Epic Ink on A&E. He appeared on Jason David Frank's show, My Morphin Life. He is slated to shoot his first movie in late 2020 and is currently directing, producing and starring in his new reality Heavy Metal series, Headbangers Live. Chris also created the world's first and only Heavy Metal convention, Headbangers Con, which will be touring the nation and is currently holding online virtual conventions.
Artrepreneur
With a poetry book, football trivia book, nature tattoo book, comic book, children's books, crime/suspense novel, and autobiography/motivational book published, Chris's artistic reach is boundless. He created and sold his own tattoo ink company, Formula 51. He was personally responsible for helping several companies institute sponsorships and endorsements for artists and he helped pave the way for tattoos being viewed in mainstream media after much of his work had been used and seen in corporate advertisements, television, magazines and more. He now has his own specialty ink line available with Intenze Tattoo Ink, custom geek trading card sets, exclusive prints with the Hard Rock Cafe, Kid Robot and various other comic cons. Chris does commission work for many Rock Stars and has a huge celebrity tattoo clientele including; Jeffrey Dean Morgan (Walking Dead), Jason David Frank (Power Rangers), Norman Reedus (Walking Dead), Charlie Benante (Anthrax), Katie Cassidy (Arrow), Jon Bernthal (Fury, Punisher) and many more. Follow Chris 51 on social media because he always responds and gives back to his fans.
Galleries
Tattoo Art
Tattoo Art
Tattoo Art
Arguably one of the most popular geek-tattoo artists this side of the Death Star, Chris's signature clean & bold animated stylings have landed his work in hundreds of books, magazines, advertisements, television programs and more.
Fine Art
Tattoo Art
Tattoo Art
Whether it's fine-detailed oil on canvas, acrylic on wood or digital cartoon mashups, Chris is always looking for the next geeky commission to challenge his creative skills.
Books
Tattoo Art
Books
Chris's artistic passion doesn't stop with traditional art or tattooing. He has written 9 books and counting, comics, monthly magazine columns and more. See a full list of his books here; most are available on Amazon.com
The Metal Geek
REFORMULATING ROCK-N-ROLL
Chris 51 helped popularize pop-culture tattooing with his TV shows and art, now he is doing the same for Heavy Metal. With his extensive background appearing at over 150 comic cons, Chris decided it was time to bring that platform to Rock music. He created Headbangers Con, the world's first and only con dedicated to Rock & Metal culture. Chris is giving fans a chance to meet and mingle with iconic rock stars on a personal level, off of the stage and in to their hearts.
HEADBANGERS CON
Visit the Headbangers Con site and see what all of the loud buzz is about. Chris 51 has single-handedly provided a new way for fans to meet their favorite musicians, and the musicians to make revenue outside of grueling touring and recording schedules.
HEADBANGERS ROCK SHOW
Chris 51 and his lifelong best friend Joe are two Metalheads sharing facts, nostalgia and genius opinions on 1980s Rock N Roll culture.
EVERYTHING CON
The convention that has it all! From comics and toys to records, sports memorabilia and Harleys. With live performances, food trucks, exhibits and entertainment, there is something for every age to enjoy. Celebrity guests from TV/Movies to former pro athletes and rock stars.
HEADBANGERS LIVE
With the success of Headbangers Con, Chris 51 decided to create a new division of the brand. Headbangers Live is the first ever Heavy Metal reality series showing behind the scenes life and struggle of popular Rock & Metal touring bands. Coming late 2019