artist interviews

From Venezuela to the World: The Realism Journey of Leonardo González Meet Leonardo González, a 37-year-old tattoo artist from Venezuela who has dedicated over 15 years of his life to mastering realism in tattooing. With a background rooted in art, graffiti, and family influences, Leonardo has grown into an internationally recognized tattooist sponsored by some […]

From Barcelona to the World: The Artistic Journey of Marc Rodriguez Llopis When it comes to versatility and passion in tattooing, few artists embody it as clearly as Marc Rodriguez Llopis. Born in Barcelona on February 18, 1994, Marc has spent over a decade shaping his career in the tattoo industry. With 13 years of

Interview with Kateryna Yakovenko – Black & Grey Storytelling in Tattoos At only 24 years old, Kateryna Yakovenko has already built a remarkable tattoo career across two continents. Born in the Ukrainian city of Chernivtsi, she discovered her passion for art at an early age and turned it into a lifelong pursuit. Today, she is

The Art of the Blade: Why TrueKatana is a Cut Above the Rest Whether you’re a collector, cosplayer, or general fan of anime, you’ve probably dreamt of owning a Bleach sword or sleekly-designed manga katana. But not all swords are created equal. TrueKatana blends the art of sword-making with authentic anime and creates true artifacts

Mario Dos Santos: From Classroom Sketches to Masterful Tattoos Brazilian tattoo artist Mario Jorge M. R. Dos Santos, born in São Paulo, has built a tattoo career grounded in passion, precision, and continuous evolution. With over two decades of experience, Mario combines technical skill with deep artistic sensibility. The Kid Who Couldn’t Stop Drawing Mario

Yana Sulina – Blooming Through Color, Emotion, and Painterly Realism Ukrainian-born tattoo artist Yana Sulina has carved out a unique space in the world of painterly realism. Known for her emotionally rich floral tattoos and soft, expressive textures, her style bridges the gap between fine art and skin. But her journey to finding that voice

Jozsef Tobel – Precision, Passion & Geometry Under the Skin With a blend of sharp geometry and symbolic storytelling, Budapest-born tattoo artist Jozsef Tobel is redefining how balance and meaning can coexist on skin. At 34, his work reflects not just technical excellence, but a mindset deeply rooted in patience, passion, and an endless hunger

Meet Leonardo Avelar de Aguiar: From Cartoons to Mandalas Tattoogenda sat down with Brazilian tattoo artist Leonardo Avelar de Aguiar to talk about his journey from childhood doodles to becoming a renowned ornamental and geometric tattoo artist. Here’s what he had to share. Let’s start at the beginning—who is Leonardo Avelar? Leonardo: I’m 34 years

From Colored Pencils to Color Bombs: The Artistic Journey of Kate Perets Kate Perets may have been born into a family of conventional paths, but she was never meant to stay within the lines. From doodling on elementary school desks to blending vibrant graffiti and portraits in her tattoo work, Kate’s journey has been anything