Luis Hinestroza’s tattoos look like they could’ve been etched by an old-world printmaker—but they live on skin instead of paper. Inspired by classic engraving, Luis blends precision, depth, and storytelling into every piece, creating designs that are as wearable as they are unforgettable.

Shelton Thomas Client of the Month:
From his first One Shot Wall tattoo to a full sleeve packed with pop culture references, Shelton’s journey with Robert Beeman shows how shared passions, trust, and collaboration can turn one design into an epic masterpiece.

David “Izzy” Irizarry turns bold ideas into amazing tattoos. From dramatic large-scale pieces to custom designs packed with personality, he blends styles, stories, and inspiration to make every tattoo truly one-of-a-kind.

Ian Carey Client of the Month:

From his first Motörhead tattoo on Christmas Eve to a collection of bold, traditional-inspired pieces by Michel Parisay and Lilith Jacobs. Ian Carey’s journey at Ink & Dagger is all about great art, camaraderie, and trust.

David 'Stani' Staniforth brings over a decade of experience to his stunning black and gray tattoos, blending Renaissance-inspired artistry with modern precision. From lifelike portraits to sculptural florals, his work captures depth, drama, and timeless beauty."

Cortney Norton blends Art Deco elegance with natural-world subjects to create ornamental tattoos that feel both timeless and imaginative. Discover how her thoughtful approach and artistic precision set her work apart.

Through black and grey realism and large-scale storytelling, Robert Beeman brings classical inspiration and thoughtful collaboration to every tattoo. Get to know the artist behind some of Ink & Dagger’s most compelling and timeless work.

Client of the Month: Ryan Stancill
Architect Ryan Stancill just wrapped up his second full leg sleeve with Russ Abbott. In this feature, he shares what it’s really like to commit to a large-scale tattoo project—and his advice for anyone ready to take the plunge.

Mel Perlman brings dreamy, nature-infused tattoos to life through her illustrative style, here’s a deeper look into her creations!

Get to know Michel Parisay, your friendly neighborhood traditional tattooer.

Get to know our resident Neo-traditional artist, Lilith Jacobs!

Getting a small tattoo? Here’s what you need to know.

We interview our resident artist Craig Brock about one of his signature project styles -traditional framed tattoos.