It wasn't until 1996 that he started his apprenticeship under Chris Sims at Clan of the Red Claw in Hattiesburg, MS. He received his tattoo license in 1998. Frankie is passionate, open minded, eccentric and a very dedicated artist who holds on to the basics while continuing to push the limits and break down barriers every day. He loves doing anything big that he can let flow with the contours of the bodys natural curve and muscle structure. With a very versatile style, color is definitely his strong point.

Owner of House of Pain Custom Tattoos and Piercings in Byram, Ms, Frankie Bonze is doing what he has always wanted to do, even after being told he couldn't He will be making guest appearances on Tattoo Ink TV for an upcoming reality TV show called Pimp My Tattoo. Frankie has been touring the US attending some of the larger tattoo conventions as well as guest spotting in shops across the US. As he prepares for his trip to Romania in October, he continues to turn not only his dreams into reality but also the ideas and visions of the people close to him. His passion and love for art is visible in everything he does. " I can not picture myself doing anything else, I Love This Shit! It's in my blood! I am really passionate about my work and even if I was not getting paid for it, I would still do it. I love my Career!"