CO:CREATE Curators

Your ultimate guide to top artists with specific skills — hand-picked each month by our panel of guest experts.

The World's Best Tattoo Artists

CURATED by Inked Abroad

Dakota Weik (aka Inked Abroad) explores global tattoo cultures, and documents his experiences with artists around the world.

Authentic Tattoo Artists to Know

CURATED by Landon Morgan

Landon Morgan’s picks spotlight tattoo Artists whose authenticity, influence, and integrity shape their craft and community.

The Top Illustrators in Tattooing

CURATED by Jesse Smith

Jesse Smith curates top illustrators in tattooing, whose creativity, flair, and passion for drawing push the boundaries of tattoo artistry.

Portrait of curator Maxime Plescia-Buchi

Pioneers of Blackwork Tattooing

CURATED by Maxime Plescia-Buchi

Maxime Plescia-Buchi curates the pioneers of Black Work tattooing - artists who shaped a style rooted in symbolism, technique, and iconography.

Top Geometric Tattoo Artists

CURATED by Dillon Forte

Dillon Forte curates top geometric tattoo Artists whose work reflects sacred symbolism, precise patterns, and the mathematics found in nature.

Whimsical, Colorful Tattoos by Women Artists

CURATED by Pamela Carvalho

Pamela Carvalho spotlights bold women artists known for whimsical, colorful tattoos, each transforming personal stories into lasting art.

Genre-Expanding Tattoo Artists

CURATED by Tamara Santibañez

Tamara Santibañez, a fine line, black and gray tattoo artist based in Brooklyn, curates a list of genre-expanding artists who break stylistic boundaries while honoring deep cultural and personal influences.

Top Ornamental Tattoo Artists

CURATED by Diamante Murru

Diamante Murru, an Italian artist in Los Angeles, curates a list of ornamental tattooists who masterfully blend art with anatomy to create fluid, organic designs.

Great Artists, Great People

CURATED by Curt Montgomery

Curt Montgomery, a Toronto-based tattoo artist known for bold, minimal line work, has put together a list of artists he respects—both for their art and who they are.

Top Anime Tattoo Artists for Melanated Skin

CURATED by Ink by Pnut

Ink by Pnut, the “Anime Godfather,” curated a list of top anime tattoo artists known for bold color, intricate designs, and trusted artistry on melanated skin.

Top Artists Specializing in Melanated Skin

CURATED by Kevin Laroy

A carefully curated list of top artists specializing in melanated skin, selected by Kevin Laroy, an accomplished artist and trusted expert in the tattoo industry.

Top Mastectomy Tattoo Artists

CURATED by David Allen

Chicago based, David Allen specializes in tattooing flowers, cacti, succulents and wildlife. He is also a pioneer in the field of mastectomy tattooing. He employs gestalt principles into his designs to deliver tattoos that effortlessly complement the contours of the body. David's tattoo work has been recognized by MoMA and JAMA.

Top Traditional Tattoo Artists

CURATED by Austin Maples

A handpicked list of bold, timeless artists that Austin Maples personally knows and trusts to deliver exceptional tattoos.

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CURATED by CO:CREATE's Artist Community

Reviewed and approved by trusted Curators, these Artists meet CO:CREATE’s highest standards—fully vetted, respected, and ready to book.

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