Timeless Tattoos, Crafted by Hand

In a fast-paced world of mass-produced designs and digital shortcuts, Antonio stands firmly committed to the roots of traditional tattoo craftsmanship. As a classically trained artist, he rejects the convenience of iPads and Procreate for a more authentic process: pencil to paper, sketching by hand to create truly custom tattoos.

Antonio’s approach is deeply collaborative. He prefers to draw your design while you are at the studio, allowing him to see how your body moves and to talk with you as he brings your vision to life. This allows every curve, flow, and detail to be perfectly tailored to your anatomy. Once he has the foundation complete, he’ll give you time to grab a coffee or lunch while he finishes refining the design and preparing the stencil.

This process takes time—and that’s the point. It ensures your tattoo isn’t just another copy from a screen, but a one-of-a-kind piece designed specifically for you. While it may not suit the impatient, those who appreciate dedication, artistry, and tradition understand why it’s worth the wait.

Antonio’s philosophy of freehanding merges precision and artistry with the natural contours of the body, creating tattoos that feel organic, intentional, and timeless. In preserving this classic approach, Antonio honors the tradition of tattooing as an art form, not just a service.

MEET ANTONIO

Originally from Brazil and now based in San Diego, Antonio has pursued art with relentless passion since childhood. He is a classically trained tattoo artist who works across a wide range of styles, including ornamental, blackwork, Nordic, Celtic, neo-Japanese, traditional, and realism.

Antonio is especially drawn to freehand projects, where he can fully immerse himself in the creative process and design tattoos that organically complement each client’s unique body shape and movement. His work is a reflection of precision, deep artistry, and a dedication to crafting one-of-a-kind pieces that stand the test of time.

When he’s not in the studio, Antonio enjoys spending time outdoors. Fishing is one of his favorite ways to decompress and recharge.