Jay Juarez

Resident Artist

Black & Grey Realism, Color Realism, Cover Ups

Instagram: @jayneedlez

Jay specializes in black & grey and color realism, creating tattoos that feel dimensional and alive. With a deep understanding of depth, contrast, and color theory, he brings images to life through refined technique and years of hands-on experience. His work blends technical precision with strong artistic vision, resulting in pieces that truly stand off the skin.

Before tattooing, Jay lived many lives — from Marine Corps boxer to chef, barber, and now tattoo artist and BJJ instructor. He draws from that wide range of experience for both inspiration and perspective, bringing discipline, creativity, and story into every piece he creates.

Wilfredo Soriano

Resident Artist

Black and Grey, Illustrative Color, Fineline, Anime

Instagram: @wiltheartist

Wil’s passion for art and natural curiosity led him to tattooing, where he found his love for designing custom pieces. Highly versatile, he works across a wide range of styles at a high level — from delicate fine line, bold traditional, Japanese, anime, illustrative designs, color, and black & grey realism. His strong foundation in art fundamentals and deep bag allows him to execute each style with intention, balance, and precision.

From a young age, Wil was drawn to the world around him, expressing that fascination through drawing, painting, and animation. He continues to pull inspiration from nature, film, anime, video games, and travel — constantly evolving his craft while staying rooted in strong artistic principles.

Adam Mullen

Resident Artist

Sacred Geometry, Mandalas, Fineline & BlackWork

Adam specializes in sacred geometry, mandalas, dotwork, and blackwork, creating complex, precision-driven designs built on balance and symmetry. His attention to detail is relentless, and he has the patience and technical control required for large, intricate pieces that demand accuracy.

He may come off dark at first, but he’s playful once you get to know him and deeply passionate about his craft. Outside the studio, Adam enjoys camping, the outdoors, heavy metal music, and can quote just about every SpongeBob episode.

Anthony Davis

Resident Artist

Black and Grey realism, Lettering, Calligraphy & anime

Instagram: @antdtattoos

Ant(like the bug) specializes in large-scale black & grey work, creating bold, detailed pieces with strong flow and depth. He’s also a master of script and lettering, known for clean lines, sharp composition, and precision that’s second to none. His speed and efficiency never compromise quality.

Well-rounded and highly adaptable, Ant can execute virtually any style that comes his way. In the chair, he keeps the energy light — quick-witted and naturally funny, he often leaves his clients in pain trying not to laugh while he works.

JD Grim

Resident Artist

American Traditional, Fineline

Instagram: @jdgrimtattoo

JD Grim has over a decade of experience and specializes in old school black & grey and Japanese-inspired large-scale floral work. His style is gritty, bold, and built on strong composition and contrast that holds up over time.

He focuses on clean execution, solid structure, and designs that flow with the body — whether it’s a single piece or a full project. Calm and straightforward in the shop, JD brings experience, precision, and no-nonsense energy to every session.

Abeni

Resident Artist

Fineline, Black Work, Anime, & Surrealsim

Instagram: @shockfactordesigns

Abeni specializes in anime, fine line, and detailed botanical work, blending softness with precision in every piece she creates. She also loves diving into darker, creepier concepts — balancing delicate linework with bold, moody themes.

A true powerhouse in and out of the shop, Abeni manages her responsibilities, raises her kid, and consistently delivers solid tattoos without missing a beat. A huge anime fan herself, she brings passion, focus, and confident energy to every session.

Emerald Campbell

Piercer & Tattoo Apprentice

Old School Black and Grey, Japanese, Traditional, Blackwork

Emerald is a professional piercer and tattoo apprentice focused on developing her craft in American Traditional tattooing. With a girly goth aesthetic and a strong appreciation for bold, classic designs, she’s building a foundation rooted in clean lines and timeless imagery.

In the shop, Emerald is upbeat, approachable, and easy to talk to. In just six months, she’s earned consistent positive reviews from clients who appreciate her attention to detail, professionalism, and welcoming energy.

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