Realism, portraits, and dark horror-inspired pieces — healed work that holds up. Take a look through the portfolio, then send your idea and we'll talk it through.
Smooth shading, deep contrast, pieces that age well.
People, pets, and memorial pieces rendered true.
Macabre subject matter with a realism finish.
Twelve pieces picked to represent the work — horror, portraits, and realism.
The artist behind the work.
I'm Joe Castillo, a Las Vegas tattoo artist with 20+ years behind the machine. I do black & grey realism — portraits, memorial work, horror — built to look just as good healed as the day it's done.
If you've got an idea, a reference photo, or just a direction, send it through the booking form. I read every inquiry myself and I'll tell you straight whether I think I'm the right artist for it.
Currently tattooing at Tropiks Ink in Las Vegas.
Tell me about the piece you want. The more detail, the better I can plan it. Inquiries come straight to my email — or reach me directly at joec23tattoo@gmail.com.