I’m a second-generation tattoo artist, so I’ve been around this world my whole life. I started as an assistant at my uncle’s shop learning every part of the craft from the ground up. But what really shaped my style was anime and manga. I discovered anime at 8, read my first manga at 13, and became obsessed with how manga plays with line weights, high contrast, and detail. It completely changed the way I see and create art. After a few years of working in the shop, I decided to take the leap and start my apprenticeship. Since then, I’ve tattooed everything from fan-favorite shounen icons to full sleeves packed with complex storytelling. And every single piece starts with one question.. what does this tattoo mean to you?