Emily Tucker- Illustrative, Ornamental, Fantasy Tattoo Artist in St. Louis
Meet Emily Tucker, our St. Louis tattoo artist specializing in Illustrative, Ornamental, and Fantasy tattoos. Emily Tucker is a St. Louis-based tattoo artist at Alchemy Tattoo Collective. Known for her intricate and beautifully detailed designs, she brings a creative and deeply personal approach to every tattoo.
With expertise in Illustrative, Ornamental, and Fantasy styles, Emily blends technical skill with artistic expression. Whether you’re looking for elegant floral compositions, nature-inspired themes, or macabre and dark art, she ensures that each tattoo is thoughtfully crafted and uniquely tailored to her clients.
Lew Smith – Fine line, illustrative and stippling Tattoo Artist in St. Louis
Meet Lew Smith, our Central West End tattoo artist specializing in stippling/dotwork, fineline and illustrative designs. With expertise in illustrative tattoos, Lew creates designs that blend precision and creativity, producing timeless pieces that stand out.
With a background in traditional illustration and geometric composition, Lew's tattoos feature delicate linework, structured designs, and ornate detailing. Whether you’re looking for a custom mandala, an ornamental piece, or a bold American traditional tattoo, Lew works closely with clients to craft meaningful, one-of-a-kind designs.
Ben Graham – Abstract, realism, and cover up Tattoo Artist in St. Louis
Meet Ben Graham, St. Louis tattoo artist at our Central West End Location. He specializes in color, cover-ups and realism, but loves tackling a diverse range of styles. Ben started tattooing professionally in January 2016 and enjoys learning and tattooing all styles. He got his start as an artist in college and then found tattooing where he learned he really enjoyed working with people and creating things that helped them feel better about themselves. His favorite part about tattooing is bringing the the clients ideas to life.
Lacey Donovan – Neo-Traditional, Gothic, and surrealism Artist in St. Louis
Lacey started tattooing in 2022 and worked at Integrity Tattoos, Main Street, and temporarily did a guest spot at St. Louis Tattoo Company. She’s always loved to draw, paint, play with different art mediums. Lacey fell in love with tattoos in their early twenties, and felt called to become a tattoo artist in her late twenties. Her favorite part of tattooing is the joy it brings to clients and the empowerment of taking your canvas and expression into your own hands!!
G Jones – Illustrative, NSFW, and Anime Artist in St. Louis
G began tattooing in July 2022. They enjoy creating illustrative 90’s-00’s nostalgia as well as anime and various NSFW art. G has been drawing nearly all their life and their mother’s collection of tattoos has always been an inspiration to G.
“Art is something I’ll enjoy for the rest of my life. Tattooing is the only career I’ve ever yearned for.”
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CJ Oliver – Neo-traditional, realism, and new school Tattoo Artist in St. Louis
CJ Oliver is a St. Louis-based tattoo artist known for his expertise in Traditional (American Traditional), Neo-Traditional, and Realism (Black and Grey/Color) styles. His work seamlessly blends classic techniques with modern flair, and he also brings creative elements from Japanese (Irezumi), New School, Pop Art, and Fantasy to his designs. His focus on precision and artistic expression ensures each tattoo is a unique, personalized piece of art.
Damon Hottes – illustrative, Gothic & Fantasy Tattoo Artist in St. Louis
Damon’s artwork is heavily influenced by pop culture, video games, and horror, blending nostalgic and iconic elements into visually striking pieces. Damon prioritizes building strong relationships with clients by fostering a fun and welcoming environment. His goal is to make the artistic process as engaging as the final piece itself, leaving clients with a unique work of art and a positive experience.
Taylor Gehner - Blackwork, Illustrative, Stippling Tattoo Artist in St. Louis Tattoo Artist
Meet Taylor Gehner, our Central West End tattoo artist specializing in Blackwork, Illustrative, and Stippling tattoos. Discover her unique style and book your session today.
Cat Makarewicz - Illustrative, Color, dotwork Tattoo Artist in St. Louis
Cat Makarewicz is a tattoo artist at Alchemy Tattoo Collective, specializing in bold blackwork, high-contrast color tattoos, and precise linework. Her tattoos are known for intricate detail, sharp contrast, and an artistic approach that blends structure with organic movement.
Cat enjoys working with dotwork, gothic aesthetics, and etching-inspired engraving, creating pieces that feel both modern and timeless. Whether you’re looking for a bold black and grey tattoo, a colorful statement piece, or a fine-line ornamental design, Cat’s expertise ensures that every tattoo is crafted with technical skill and artistic intent.
Ren Stewart - Surrealism, Illustrative, Fine Line Tattoo Artist in St. Louis – Tattoo apprentice
Ren Stewart is a tattoo apprentice at Alchemy Tattoo Collective, specializing in bold blackwork, precise dotwork, and highly detailed illustrative designs. Their tattoos focus on strong contrast, fine detail, and structured compositions, creating artwork that is both technically refined and deeply expressive.