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Our curators are respected, working tattoo artists and industry leaders who've earned trust in the tattoo community through their own exceptional work and deep understanding of quality technique, making them uniquely qualified to identify and elevate other artists who create outstanding tattoos.

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Our curators create specialized lists of the best artists in specific genres—from traditional to realism to blackwork. As working artists themselves, they have the expertise and insider knowledge to recognize true excellence in their field, helping clients find the perfect artist for their vision.
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The World's Best Tattoo Artists
Dakota Weik, aka “Inked Abroad,” has dedicated his life to exploring global tattoo artistry.
CURATED BY INKED ABROAD
January 15, 2025
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Top Artists Specializing in Melanated Skin
Kevin Laroy curates a list of Top Artists Specializing in Melanated Skin. 
CURATED BY KEVIN LAROY
March 26, 2025
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Top Ornamental Tattoo Artists
Diamante Murru’s approach to ornamental tattooing is deeply personal, influenced by years of travel, body painting, and a passion for intricate design.
CURATED BY DIAMANTE MURRU
April 2, 2025
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The Top Illustrators in Tattooing

Jesse Smith honors the Artists whose ideas leap straight from imagination to ink.

CURATED BY JESSE SMITH
June 17, 2025
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Genre-Expanding Tattoo Artists

Tamara Santibañez reflects their belief that tattooing should never be confined to a single category or tradition.

CURATED BY TAMARA SANTIBAÑEZ
April 8, 2025
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Top Nordic Tattoo Artists
Isar Oakmund showcases Artists whose work seamlessly transforms historical traditions into modern masterpieces.
CURATED BY ISAR OAKMUND
August 6, 2025
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Authentic Tattoo Artists to Know
Landon Morgan celebrates the true Artists who have shaped his journey, grounded his values, and exemplified integrity in an evolving industry.
CURATED BY LANDON MORGAN
April 2, 2025
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Top Geometric Tattoo Artists
Dillon Forte’s curated selection, Top Geometric Tattoo Artists, pays homage to sacred geometry in the art of tattooing.
CURATED BY DILLON FORTE
May 14, 2025
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Top Traditional Tattoo Artists
Austin Maples, legendary traditional tattoo artist, shares his handpicked list of the top traditional tattoo artists in the United States.
CURATED BY AUSTIN MAPLES
March 13, 2025
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Whimsical, Colorful Tattoos by Women Artists

Pamela Carvalho celebrates women who infuse imagination, color, and originality into tattooing.

CURATED BY PAMELA CARVALHO

April 22, 2025
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Great Artists, Great People
Curt Montgomery shares his list of deeply admired, handpicked artists whose work is clean, playful, and meaningful.
CURATED BY CURT MONTGOMERY
March 26, 2025
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Top Mastectomy Tattoo Artists
David has hand selected this list of artists who have the emotional and technical skills to perform mastectomy tattoos.
CURATED BY DAVID ALLEN
January 27, 2025
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Top Anime Tattoo Artists for Melanated Skin

Ink by Pnut, the “Anime Godfather”, known for his vibrant work on melanated skin, has curated a list of Top Anime Tattoo Artists for Melanated Skin through their art form.

CURATED BY INK BY PNUT

March 26, 2025
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Recognized Artists

These Artists are consistent, capable, and respected by their peers. While they aren’t featured on a themed or stylistic list, they meet the same high bar set by our full curation process.

CURATED BY CO:CREATE'S ARTIST COMMUNITY

March 26, 2025
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