Best Tattoo Artists in Austin
Tattoos are how a lot of us in Austin's sapphic community tell our stories — and our members have been inked by some incredible local artists along the way. These are the artists who've actually worked with our community: the ones we keep going back to and recommending to each other. Here are some of the best tattoo artists in Austin, from people who've sat in their chairs.
Mommasboy Tattoo - Johny Vasquez at Black Crown Studio
Johny Vasquez has done work for more of our members than we can count, and he's the reason a lot of us stopped being nervous about getting tatted. His custom fine line work is clean, patient, and exactly what you hope for in an artist. You can see his portfolio at Johny Vasquez's site or book through Black Crown Studio.
Contact Johny: Google Business Profile · Instagram
A.B. Garza at Black Crown Studio
A.B. Garza is the artist people fly into Austin to sit with. He specializes in meticulous, heavy blackwork and is a true master of the style - his custom pieces are detailed to the point of looking almost impossibly realistic. If you want bold, precise work from someone at the very top of the craft, he's the one. In our community, A.B. is widely considered one of Austin’s best blackwork tattoo artists. He tattoos out of Black Crown Studio in Austin.
Book A.B.: Instagram
The Suit Of Swords - Cheech at Black Crown Studio
Cheech, who tattoos under the name The Suit of Swords, brings a darker, unmistakably urban edge to his work — "the finer art in urban warfare," as he puts it. He specializes in blackwork and gothic, almost demonic styles, with a moody, story-driven feel that's earned him a loyal following. You can browse his tattoo portfolio or book an appointment directly through his site. He's one of the best blackwork and gothic tattoo artists our community has worked with, and the members who've sat with him always find him easy to be around — which is why he's become an Austin favorite. Catch him tattooing out of Black Crown Studio.
Find The Suit of Swords: Instagram · The Suit of Swords