Our Friend Bill Paperback – April 27, 2025

Bill Mokry’s story is one of quiet strength, perseverance, and unwavering dedication to the art of tattooing.Through these pages, we follow Bill’s journey — from his early days in the rough, unfiltered world of American tattooing, to his personal battles as a closeted gay man in a fiercely traditional scene. Despite the hardships, Bill never wavered in his love for the craft or the people in it. He found acceptance among some of the tattoo world’s biggest legends — Rudy, Leroy, Shane, and many others — who loved him not despite who he was, but because of it.This book isn’t just about tattoos. It’s about friendship, about grit, about what it means to give everything you have for the sake of something you believe in. It’s about legacy — the fear of being forgotten, the hope of being remembered, and the importance of telling the stories that matter.Bill Mokry gave his life to tattooing, right up to the very end. This is his story — a testament to passion, loyalty, and love in a world that isn’t always easy to survive. Read more