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Artist Spotlights
Blog posts of our wonderful and talented West Side Tattoo staff.


Keith Goble: Illustrative Tattoo Specialist at West Side Tattoo
Discover Keith Goble’s illustrative tattoo style at West Side Tattoo in Colorado Springs—where creative line work, bold compositions and fine detail combine to deliver tattoos that tell stories.

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Dec 192 min read


Axl: Japanese Traditional and Black & Grey Realism at West Side Tattoo
Discover Axl's mastery in Japanese Traditional and Black & Grey Realism Tattoo styles at West Side Tattoo. Book your Tattoo consultation today!

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Dec 133 min read


Jaime Faith: Versatility, Precision, and Bold Creativity in Colorado Springs Tattooing
Meet Jaime Faith
At West Side Tattoo in Colorado Springs, Jaime Faith brings an impressive blend of artistic range and technical precision to the table. Her work spans multiple styles—black & grey, color, fine-line, dot work, geometric, floral, and anime—showcasing both her versatility and creative discipline.
For Jaime, tattooing isn’t about following one path. It’s about exploring all of them. Each piece reflects her deep understanding of composition, balance, and flow—re

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Dec 103 min read


Artist Spotlight: Jardel Canto
Experience the vivid world of color realism with Jardel Canto at West Side Tattoo in Colorado Springs. From wildlife portraits to nature-inspired tattoos, discover how his Brazilian background and 20+ years of experience translate into wearable art.

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Dec 33 min read


Christian Puig: Fine-Line, Black & Grey, and Ornamental Precision at West Side Tattoo
Meet Christian Puig Elegant precision meets creative depth in the work of Christian Puig , a Colorado-based tattoo artist whose style reflects both fine-art training and technical mastery.Working out of West Side Tattoo in Colorado Springs, Christian specializes in black & grey , dot work , mandalas , and ornamental tattoos —offering designs that blend geometry, flow, and femininity with meticulous attention to detail. Her approach is refined, thoughtful, and deeply rooted i

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Nov 283 min read


Clayton Girst: American Traditional Tattoo Master at West Side Tattoo
Explore the bold, timeless artistry of Clayton Girst, American Traditional tattoo specialist at West Side Tattoo in Colorado Springs. Discover his design philosophy, style highlights, and how to book with him.

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Nov 252 min read


Artist Spotlight: Jean Paul Maratt
If you’re looking for bold, colorful tattoos that blend timeless tradition with modern artistry, Jean Paul Maratt is a name you need to know. Based at West Side Tattoo in Colorado Springs , Jean Paul is internationally recognized for his mastery of Neo-Traditional tattooing — a style known for its striking outlines, vivid color palettes, and symbolic imagery. What Is Neo-Traditional Tattooing? Neo-Traditional tattoos build on the foundations of American Traditional tattooi

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Nov 222 min read


Gorajek Jarosław: Master of Black & Grey Realism at West Side Tattoo
Discover Gorajek Jarosław’s award-winning black and grey realism at West Side Tattoo in Colorado Springs. Explore his Polish roots, cinematic tattoo sleeves, and the artistry that blurs the line between skin and fine art.

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Nov 153 min read


Color Realism by Nesty: Turning Skin Into Canvas at West Side Tattoo
Experience the power of color realism with Nesty at West Side Tattoo in Colorado Springs. Explore his vibrant portfolio, Cuban roots, and mastery of hyper-realistic tattoo art that blends painterly depth with lifelike precision.

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Nov 93 min read


Artist Spotlight: Drake Gann – Where Graffiti Roots and Botany Bloom into Tattoo Art
At West Side Tattoo in Colorado Springs , every artist brings a different kind of story to the chair. For Drake Gann , that story starts in the world of graffiti , where years of painting walls sharpened his sense of line, form, and composition long before he ever picked up a tattoo machine. Today, Drake’s tattoos carry that same bold foundation — clean structure, confident flow, and a balance of energy and control that’s instantly recognizable in his work. But his influences

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Nov 72 min read


Artist Spotlight: Liv Olsen
An award-winning tattoo artist, Liv has been with us for just over two years and continues to turn heads with her versatile skill set and creative vision.

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Nov 21 min read


Artist Spotlight: Santiago Iriarte
In the ever‐evolving world of tattoo art, few styles carry the weight and depth of black & grey realism. One artist who has been turning heads in this arena is Santiago Iriarte , based out of West Side Tattoo in Colorado Springs. Originally from Bogotá, Colombia, Iriarte brings a rare combination of technical mastery, emotional resonance, and bold vision. Early Life & Artistic Roots Santiago Iriarte hails from Bogotá, where he began tattooing roughly nine years ago. His early

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Oct 243 min read


Artist Spotlight: Johan Nieto
When it comes to tattoos that feel alive, black and grey realism is one of the most powerful styles — and few artists bring it to life...

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Oct 212 min read


Artist Spotlight: Yoel Lopez
If you’re looking for a tattoo artist in Colorado Springs who delivers bold, powerful, and unforgettable work, look no further than Yoel Lopez at West Side Tattoo. Known for his ability to transform large-scale ideas into striking, detailed tattoos, Yoel has become one of the most in-demand artists in the region. Bold Black & Grey Tattoos Yoel specializes in black and grey and color realism , crafting tattoos that combine dramatic contrast with fine, intricate detail. His p

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Oct 81 min read


Artist Spotlight: Terioshi Otto
When it comes to bold, playful, and unapologetically unique tattooing, Terioshi Otto stands in a class of his own. Specializing in the...

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Oct 32 min read


Artist Spotlight: Juan Canon
At West Side Tattoo, we’re proud to have a family of artists whose dedication and creativity have defined our shop for years. Few...

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Oct 12 min read


Resident Artist: Hannah Shae
Unique Black and Gray Illustrative Tattoo Artist

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Sep 262 min read


Resident Artist: Vicky Ellis
Spotlight: Fine Line Artist Vicky Ellis

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Sep 251 min read
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