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!!
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.
Cody Moore - Neo-Traditional, Illustrative, Gothic Dark Art Tattoo Artist in St. Louis
With years of experience in neo-traditional and illustrative styles, Cody blends bold colors, surreal elements, and artistic storytelling into every tattoo. Whether you’re looking for a gothic-inspired sleeve, finely detailed script, or an impactful illustrative design, Cody ensures every tattoo is a unique and deeply personal piece of art.
Taylor Gehner - Blackwork, Illustrative, Stippling Tattoo Artist in St. Louis Tattoo Artist
Taylor Gehner has been tattooing since 2012, spending a decade in Warrenton before moving to St. Louis. With an Associates in Fine Arts and a passion for continuous learning, she defines her style as illustrative black and gray with an emphasis on varying line weights, fine lines, and stipple shading.
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.
Cori Steiner - Traditional, Neo-Traditional, Stippling Tattoo Artist in St. Louis
Cori Steiner is a tattoo artist at Alchemy Tattoo Collective, specializing in Traditional, Neo-Traditional, and Stippling styles. Her work is characterized by bold outlines, varying line weights, and vibrant colors with deep contrast. Cori has a particular affinity for creating designs that feature botanicals, witchy themes, animals, bones, and pop culture references.