Help Launch The Manic Wolf Studio & Drag Lounge
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My name is Wolfe O'Cearbhaill, and I'm an artist, tattooer, and drag performer with a dream to open The Manic Wolf Studio and Drag Lounge in Dublin, Ireland. After years of overcoming medical trauma, mental health challenges, and financial hardship, I’m ready to create a safe, sober, and inclusive space for the queer community and allies. My journey has been shaped by resilience—surviving life-threatening health crises, supporting my best friend Cara through her own struggles, and finding hope in art, music, and the love of family and friends. My mom, Heather, has always been my rock, but I want to take this next step on my own so she can focus on her own well-being.
Right now, I’m based in Chicago/DeKalb, guest spotting and building my network while I search for a residency in the UK, Europe, or wherever I can lay the foundation for The Manic Wolf Studio. I’m running a special July-August flash and custom tattoo sale: 77% off flash designs (with new ones coming soon) and 37% off custom work for anyone who books by July 14th at 1AM. There are 27 slots available, and this is a great way to support my journey while getting unique art. I’m also looking for guest spots in Vegas from July 21st through the 24th, and then heading to San Diego to celebrate my sister Kaylee’s 30th birthday—she’s a Cali lawyer who passed the bar on her first try, and I’m so proud of her! Special thanks to my soul sisters Shayna Snider (@phoebeandwinnie) and Kaylee (@kayleecarroll25) for being my twin flames and always cheering me on.
I’m excited to share that a sponsorship from Grindr is coming soon, which will help promote feelings of safety and support for queer folks and sex workers in our community. The Manic Wolf Studio and Drag Lounge will be more than just a tattoo shop—it’ll be a home for artists, performers, and anyone seeking community. I want to offer drag shows, dance lessons, and a safe place for people to express themselves without fear or judgment. Funds raised will go toward legal fees, passport and visa costs for me and Cara, construction and licensing for the studio, and fair pay for staff and apprentices. I’ve spent nearly a decade building my skills and reputation, and I’m excited to bring my vision to life in Dublin, where my heart feels at home among the cliffs and mountains of my ancestors.
This project is about healing, celebration, and giving back. I want to honor my late Uncle Jimbeau Hinson and the music that helped me through tough times, and I hope to inspire others to embrace their true selves. I’m grateful for every bit of support, and I look forward to welcoming you to The Manic Wolf Studio and Drag Lounge—where everyone can sing, dance, and find their place. Thank you for helping me turn survival into a thriving, creative future. And if you hear a little twang in my voice, just know it’s the Nashville in me—think Frank Iero meets Daniel Howell with a dash of Mr. Rogers, all singing along to the tune of hope.
Right now, I’m based in Chicago/DeKalb, guest spotting and building my network while I search for a residency in the UK, Europe, or wherever I can lay the foundation for The Manic Wolf Studio. I’m running a special July-August flash and custom tattoo sale: 77% off flash designs (with new ones coming soon) and 37% off custom work for anyone who books by July 14th at 1AM. There are 27 slots available, and this is a great way to support my journey while getting unique art. I’m also looking for guest spots in Vegas from July 21st through the 24th, and then heading to San Diego to celebrate my sister Kaylee’s 30th birthday—she’s a Cali lawyer who passed the bar on her first try, and I’m so proud of her! Special thanks to my soul sisters Shayna Snider (@phoebeandwinnie) and Kaylee (@kayleecarroll25) for being my twin flames and always cheering me on.
I’m excited to share that a sponsorship from Grindr is coming soon, which will help promote feelings of safety and support for queer folks and sex workers in our community. The Manic Wolf Studio and Drag Lounge will be more than just a tattoo shop—it’ll be a home for artists, performers, and anyone seeking community. I want to offer drag shows, dance lessons, and a safe place for people to express themselves without fear or judgment. Funds raised will go toward legal fees, passport and visa costs for me and Cara, construction and licensing for the studio, and fair pay for staff and apprentices. I’ve spent nearly a decade building my skills and reputation, and I’m excited to bring my vision to life in Dublin, where my heart feels at home among the cliffs and mountains of my ancestors.
This project is about healing, celebration, and giving back. I want to honor my late Uncle Jimbeau Hinson and the music that helped me through tough times, and I hope to inspire others to embrace their true selves. I’m grateful for every bit of support, and I look forward to welcoming you to The Manic Wolf Studio and Drag Lounge—where everyone can sing, dance, and find their place. Thank you for helping me turn survival into a thriving, creative future. And if you hear a little twang in my voice, just know it’s the Nashville in me—think Frank Iero meets Daniel Howell with a dash of Mr. Rogers, all singing along to the tune of hope.
Organizer
Kennedy Carroll
Organizer
DeKalb, IL