Artist: matt
Considered The Nice Guy:
Tattoo Artist | Co-Owner | Realism • Wildlife • Sea Life • Organic Design
Tattooing Since 1996 | Tarpon Springs, FL
Available: Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday
With nearly three decades of experience in the tattoo industry, my artistic journey began long before I ever picked up a tattoo machine. I studied at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh and honed my early skills working with Karmen's Art Shops in Chicago and airbrushing at iconic locations like Cedar Point and Century III Mall in Pittsburgh. From painting up and down the East Coast—from Daytona Beach to Buffalo—to being invited to paint at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado, art has always been the core of my life.
I began tattooing in 1996, working in street shops throughout Ohio, Pittsburgh, Chicago, and Indiana before earning a position at an international studio in Columbus, Ohio. From 2009 to 2020, I owned and operated a private studio, and since 2021, I’ve been proud to call Tarpon Springs Tattoo Company home.
Over the years, tattooing has evolved for me. It’s no longer just about putting art on skin — it’s about painting souls. I specialize in black and grey realism, color realism, wildlife, sea life, organic elements, and portraits. I’m drawn to flow and movement in a design — how it sits on the body, how it tells a story.
I enjoy sessions that run 2–5 hours, giving us the time and space to bring your vision to life with care and precision. Every appointment begins with a brief consultation to ensure the design reflects you.
I look forward to meeting you and creating something truly unique together.
