Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Got A Tattoo Idea You've Been Waiting To Bring To Life?
Got A Tattoo Idea You've Been Waiting To Bring To Life?
Got A Tattoo Idea You've Been Waiting To Bring To Life?
Got A Tattoo Idea You've Been Waiting To Bring To Life?
I’m taking on a limited number of projects for my VIP Tattoo Experience. Selected larger projects can receive up to $1,000 in Project Credit across qualifying sessions
I’m taking on a limited number of projects for my VIP Tattoo Experience. Selected larger projects can receive up to $1,000 in Project Credit across qualifying sessions
Selected projects only • Project Credit is applied toward a paid tattoo appointment.
Selected projects only • Project Credit is applied toward a paid tattoo appointment.
Selected projects only • Project Credit is applied toward a paid tattoo appointment.
Frankie O'Connell
Frankie O'Connell
Verified Artist
Verified Artist
Meet
Meet
Meet
Frankie
Frankie
Frankie
I’ve wanted to be a tattoo artist since I was 9 years old. While other kids were dreaming about what they’d be when they grew up, I was watching Miami Ink with my family and thinking.... that’s it, that’s the life I want! I started at MICA in Baltimore, but school never felt right for me. Once I got my foot in the door at a tattoo shop, I dropped everything to focus fully on tattooing. The first years weren’t easy — I bounced between Baltimore and Lancaster, had to move back in with my parents to save money, and was always just flying by the seat of my pants. But no matter how rough it got, there was always a voice in my head saying, keep going. Fast forward 8 years, and here I am in Pittsburgh. A new city, a new chapter, and the strongest work of my career. This feels like just the beginning.
I’ve wanted to be a tattoo artist since I was 9 years old. While other kids were dreaming about what they’d be when they grew up, I was watching Miami Ink with my family and thinking.... that’s it, that’s the life I want! I started at MICA in Baltimore, but school never felt right for me. Once I got my foot in the door at a tattoo shop, I dropped everything to focus fully on tattooing. The first years weren’t easy — I bounced between Baltimore and Lancaster, had to move back in with my parents to save money, and was always just flying by the seat of my pants. But no matter how rough it got, there was always a voice in my head saying, keep going. Fast forward 8 years, and here I am in Pittsburgh. A new city, a new chapter, and the strongest work of my career. This feels like just the beginning.
Anime Focused
Color & Character Portraits
Partnered with AnimeTattoos
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Clean, Long Lasting Tattoos
Anime / Video Game / Pop Culture Specialist
Verified Artist
Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Reviews
Reviews
Thousands of ideas started with one submission. Here's what clients say about the Process
Thousands of ideas started with one submission. Here's what clients say about the Process
Thousands of ideas started with one submission. Here's what clients say about the Process
Couldn’t be happier with this amazing piece Frankie brought to life for me! The whole process was great, and was always in a very clean environment! Line work is amazing, colors and shading is out of this world and it healed PERFECTLY! I will 100% be back for more work! Thanks again bro! Couldn’t be happier! 🔥
Anthony LaRotonda
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5
Frankie is my personal favorite tattoo artist ever since he moved up to Pittsburgh! He excels in color and has killed everything I’ve asked him to do for me. I’m beyond excited and look forward to the next project we have in store for my arm sleeves! I also look forward to many more sessions with him in the future.
Noah Wheaton
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5
Tattooing with Frankie was a blast. He made everything super easy, from discussing my ideas, taking payments, mocking it up and actually doing the work. It was all a great experience. I am always nervous trying out a new tattoo artist but he was super chill and easy to talk to throughout the whole tattoo making sure I was comfortable and letting me take breaks when needed. Super happy with how the tattoos themselves turned out and will definitely be coming back!
Tom O'Malley
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5
Getting tattooed by you was an awesome experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was super chill, and you made me feel comfortable the whole way through. The process was smooth, and I appreciated how much attention to detail you gave to my ideas. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Charles Allen
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5
Frankie has been amazing to work with! His crisp linework and color is a true skill he has honed. He has done several pieces for me and each time it has been a wonderful experience. And he is easy to talk to, which makes the long sessions go by fast.
Iana Graham
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5
You have always provided a clean environment, entertaining and genuinely nice space when it comes to my tattoo experience. I got all my tattoos from you and made each experience better than the last. You have done a wonderful job fostering an environment that is welcoming from people of all backgrounds. Your creativity when it comes to designs has brought my ideas to life as well as your ideas, and I am always impressed with the final result.
Eli
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5
Couldn’t be happier with this amazing piece Frankie brought to life for me! The whole process was great, and was always in a very clean environment! Line work is amazing, colors and shading is out of this world and it healed PERFECTLY! I will 100% be back for more work! Thanks again bro! Couldn’t be happier! 🔥
Anthony LaRotonda
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5
Tattooing with Frankie was a blast. He made everything super easy, from discussing my ideas, taking payments, mocking it up and actually doing the work. It was all a great experience. I am always nervous trying out a new tattoo artist but he was super chill and easy to talk to throughout the whole tattoo making sure I was comfortable and letting me take breaks when needed. Super happy with how the tattoos themselves turned out and will definitely be coming back!
Tom O'Malley
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5
Frankie has been amazing to work with! His crisp linework and color is a true skill he has honed. He has done several pieces for me and each time it has been a wonderful experience. And he is easy to talk to, which makes the long sessions go by fast.
Iana Graham
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5
Frankie is my personal favorite tattoo artist ever since he moved up to Pittsburgh! He excels in color and has killed everything I’ve asked him to do for me. I’m beyond excited and look forward to the next project we have in store for my arm sleeves! I also look forward to many more sessions with him in the future.
Noah Wheaton
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5
Getting tattooed by you was an awesome experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was super chill, and you made me feel comfortable the whole way through. The process was smooth, and I appreciated how much attention to detail you gave to my ideas. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Charles Allen
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5
You have always provided a clean environment, entertaining and genuinely nice space when it comes to my tattoo experience. I got all my tattoos from you and made each experience better than the last. You have done a wonderful job fostering an environment that is welcoming from people of all backgrounds. Your creativity when it comes to designs has brought my ideas to life as well as your ideas, and I am always impressed with the final result.
Eli
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5
Couldn’t be happier with this amazing piece Frankie brought to life for me! The whole process was great, and was always in a very clean environment! Line work is amazing, colors and shading is out of this world and it healed PERFECTLY! I will 100% be back for more work! Thanks again bro! Couldn’t be happier! 🔥
Anthony LaRotonda
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5
Frankie has been amazing to work with! His crisp linework and color is a true skill he has honed. He has done several pieces for me and each time it has been a wonderful experience. And he is easy to talk to, which makes the long sessions go by fast.
Iana Graham
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5
Getting tattooed by you was an awesome experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was super chill, and you made me feel comfortable the whole way through. The process was smooth, and I appreciated how much attention to detail you gave to my ideas. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Charles Allen
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5
Tattooing with Frankie was a blast. He made everything super easy, from discussing my ideas, taking payments, mocking it up and actually doing the work. It was all a great experience. I am always nervous trying out a new tattoo artist but he was super chill and easy to talk to throughout the whole tattoo making sure I was comfortable and letting me take breaks when needed. Super happy with how the tattoos themselves turned out and will definitely be coming back!
Tom O'Malley
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5
Frankie is my personal favorite tattoo artist ever since he moved up to Pittsburgh! He excels in color and has killed everything I’ve asked him to do for me. I’m beyond excited and look forward to the next project we have in store for my arm sleeves! I also look forward to many more sessions with him in the future.
Noah Wheaton
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5
You have always provided a clean environment, entertaining and genuinely nice space when it comes to my tattoo experience. I got all my tattoos from you and made each experience better than the last. You have done a wonderful job fostering an environment that is welcoming from people of all backgrounds. Your creativity when it comes to designs has brought my ideas to life as well as your ideas, and I am always impressed with the final result.
Eli
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5
Steps
Steps
How the Process Works
How the Process Works
How the Process Works
You don’t need to have every detail figured out before reaching out. If you have a character, series, scene, placement, or even just a rough idea you’ve been sitting on, send it over.
I’m looking through submissions for projects that fit the kind of work I’m excited to create. If yours feels like a good match, my booking team will reach out, talk through the idea with you, and explain everything before you decide to book.
You don’t need to have every detail figured out before reaching out. If you have a character, series, scene, placement, or even just a rough idea you’ve been sitting on, send it over.
I’m looking through submissions for projects that fit the kind of work I’m excited to create. If yours feels like a good match, my booking team will reach out, talk through the idea with you, and explain everything before you decide to book.
Step 1 — Send me your idea
Start with the concept you’ve been thinking about. You don’t need every detail figured out yet
Step 1 — Send me your idea
Start with the concept you’ve been thinking about. You don’t need every detail figured out yet
Step 2 — We'll talk about it
Our booking team will reach out to learn more about the project, pricing, and whether it qualifies for Project Credit.
Step 2 — We'll talk about it
Our booking team will reach out to learn more about the project, pricing, and whether it qualifies for Project Credit.
Step 3 — Book your session
If everything looks good, place your deposit to secure your appointment and choose your Tattoo Day perk.
Step 3 — Book your session
If everything looks good, place your deposit to secure your appointment and choose your Tattoo Day perk.
Location
Location
Shops Location
Shops Location
Shops Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Submit Your Idea
Your Idea Might Be Exactly What I'm Looking For.
Your Idea Might Be Exactly What I'm Looking For.
Your Idea Might Be Exactly What I'm Looking For.
Send it over and let's see what we can make out of it.
Send it over and let's see what we can make out of it.
Send it over and let's see what we can make out of it.
Only selected projects receive Project Credit.
No commitment required.
No commitment required.
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