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howdy, ya’ll!

I’m Benton—tattoo artist, Coast Guard veteran, professional good-time-haver, and a lifelong fan of bold, old-school American Traditional tattoos.

I’ve been tattooing since 2017, but my love for American Traditional goes back a whole lot further. I’ve always been drawn to tattoos with bold lines, solid color, and designs that look just as good decades from now as they did the day you got ’em. Whether you’ve got your eye on a piece of classic flash or want to cook up something completely custom, I love creating tattoos that feel personal, timeless, and built to last.

Before I picked up the tattoo machine, I spent 21 years in the US Coast Guard, where I served as a flight medic and Independent Duty Corpsman. Taking care of people has been a pretty big part of my life, and that hasn’t changed much behind the tattoo chair. I’m easygoing, fun-loving, and big on making sure you feel comfortable, heard, and excited about what we’re creating together.

No ego. No pressure. Just good conversation, good laughs, and a whole lot of care put into making sure you walk out with a tattoo you genuinely love.

So bring me that weird idea you’ve been thinking about, pick something rad off the wall, or let me put my own spin on a classic. From custom art to personalized flash, I’ll make sure it’s bold, clean, true to you, and made to look damn good for a lifetime.

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Tattoo of a panther on a person's leg, with the panther depicted in black and orange with red details on its claws and tongue.

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Flash Tattoo

Book your pre-designed flash tattoo from the wall or from our many flash books. These are typically for arms and legs only.

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Tattoo of a butterfly with a woman's face in the center, featuring black hair, blue eyeshadow, and red cheeks. The butterfly's wings are decorated with red, black, and turquoise patterns. Below the butterfly, the words "SWEET TEMPER" are inked in bold black letters.

Tattoo Consultation

Unsure about exactly what you want? Working on a sleeve or larger piece? Book a consultation, and we’ll sit together and look through some ideas to find the perfect options for you.

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Tattoo of a horse with a stylized, fierce expression, featuring red, black, and orange colors, on a person's upper arm.

Custom Tattoo

Book your custom American Traditional tattoo in full color or black-and-gray.

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DEPOSIT policy

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Venmo or cash accepted.

A $100 deposit is required to secure your appointment. The deposit serves as a financial commitment and is applied toward the final cost of your tattoo, while protecting the artist’s time and design work in the event of a cancellation or no-show.

All deposits are non-refundable. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please provide at least 72 hours’ notice. With proper notice, your deposit will remain valid and can be applied toward your rescheduled tattoo appointment.

Portfolio spotlight

Colorful tattoo of an octopus with yellow and black eyes, greenish skin, and red and pink tentacles, on a person's leg.
A person's tattooed thigh with colorful tattoos including a mermaid, a butterfly, a star, and flowers, wearing camouflage shorts and black sneakers, resting on a wooden floor with plastic covering.
Tattoo of a roaring tiger on the left side of the chest and a roaring lion on the right side of the chest, with a flaming heart and swords below.
Close-up of a tattooed person's upper arm. The tattoos include a detailed black and gray animal face, musical notes, and a geometric design with skulls and stars.
Tattoo of a woman with flowers in her hair on a person's upper arm, in black ink with detailed shading.
Tattoo of a fierce lion's head and a bird in flight on a person's upper arm.
Tattoo of a woman with long, dark hair and yellow eyes, holding a leopard, on a person's thigh.
A person's arm with a large tattoo of an eagle and a snake, wearing a beaded bracelet and a white wristband, inside a tattoo shop with framed pictures on the wall.
Tattoo of a frog wearing a hat, with flowers and a scorpion on the person's thigh.
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Merch coming soon y’all!

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