Sean Swanson​

​Hi, I'm Sean and I have been tattooing for seven years. I've always loved tattoos and the tattoo culture. When I was a kid I would draw pictures for my friends for fun. It's a great way to connect with people and get to know them in a unique way. I couldn't imagine doing anything else, I love it. I realized a long time ago that what makes me happiest in life is creating things and connecting with people. I love to do traditional style tattoos, whether it be American, Japanese, or New School. Anime or Manga are always fun to do as well. I also love to do botanical things too - I love flowers!

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​Instagram: @swanson_tattoos

Here are our artists.  They are all unique in their ability and are all equally dedicated to becoming the best tattoo artist they can be. 

There is over 50 years of tattooing experience combined between all of the artists, and each artist has a type of tattoo that they are most comfortable doing. Some have degrees in art and have wanted to expand that to the art of tattooing, while others have started in the tattoo industry. They also love to be challenged and expand into areas that they feel are outside of their comfort zone. Each artist has had life experiences that help to shape the type of artist they are becoming.

Please take the time to look through each of their galleries to see what they have to offer and feel free to ask questions to a particular artist or to any of them in general.  There is always someone available to answer any questions you may have.  If you choose to send an e-mail from the website we will try to answer it within 48 hours.  Don't be shy - remember the old saying, "There are no stupid questions!" so unlock that curiosity, start looking at art, and asking questions as they come to you.
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Izzie Wick

Hi, I'm Izzie and I have been tattooing for about 2 years. I've always loved making art, but wasn't sure what direction to go with it. I have an amazing support system who believed in me and encouraged me to get my tattoo license, and now I am doing my dream job! I love taking someone's idea and making it real. I'm motivated by art, of course, but also I need to fund my movie-going addiction. I love to do blackwork, especially script, foliage, animals, mushrooms, and insects.

Instagram: @inkyizzie

​Madisson Short

Hi, I'm Maddie and I've been tattooing for four years. As a 2nd generation tattooer, I grew up in this shop. I've always loved drawing, painting, and sharing those with the people around me. I'm honored to work alongside my mom in tattooing and teaching the next generation of artists. I found my passion in Permanent Makeup and applied those skills to artistic tattooing as well. Flowers and plants are my favorite things to tattoo! I'm motivated by my passion for art as well as my 2 beautiful kids and my loving husband.

Instagram: @brow.gal.maddie

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Zakk Burton 

Hi, I'm Zakk and I have been tattooing for two and a half years. I was 17 when I got my first tattoo, my mom paid for it and I got it out of a shed. After I got my wings on my feet and the flames to go up my shin, I became good friends with the artist and he opened the doors of the tattoo world for me. My family pushes me to be the best I can be and I am motivated by the continued progression of my work. I love to do realism and cartoons.

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​Instagram: @bawlzee

MEET THE ARTISTS

Mateo Gruber

Hello, my name is Mateo and I have been tattooing since 2023. I have been painting and drawing most of my life. I worked as a woodworker for 10 years and needed a change. I love tattooing and have had a great journey. I'm motivated to become the best tattoo artist that I can be by applying the knowledge I have gained from painting and drawing to human skin. I love stipple shading and linework. I love to tattoo anything!

Instagram: @traumaticbrainink

Sam Moon

Hello, I'm Sam and I have been tattooing for about 2 years. After seven years in the military I had to retire and wanted to find a job that sets my soul on fire. I think it's important to do a job that doesn't feel like "work" and I found that with tattooing. I'd love to specialize in military tattoos, but I do get stoked over black and grey work and bold outlines. I am motivated by art as it is the greatest form of self expression. I love when people bring me ideas and give me creative freedom to make it one of a kind for them.

Instagram: @soulless_ink23

Alyssa Ashley 

Hello - my name is Alyssa Ashley. I have been tattooing for 5 years. Growing up I always drew on myself, friends, and family. Everything fell into place a couple years after high school because of all of the support I had to make tattooing happen. I'm motivated by everyone who supports me and all of my wonderful clients, and, well, anxiety to not mess up and give people tattoos they are happy with. I love to tattoo anything floral or bug/insect related. I love Lord of Rings and The Hobbit and love doing tattoos inspired by those as well!

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Instagram: amashleytattoos

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Rene Muzechenko

I have been tattooing for a little over 30 years, and teaching for about half of that. I love tattooing and all the different aspects of it. I feel very fortunate to have had such a successful career in this industry and to have touched and helped so many different people with my art. With this art form and profession I am able to express myself creatively, learn and grow, support my family, and help others learn to do the same. I am proud to be included in this "community" and I love and respect my tattoo family. My books are currently closed

Instagram: @inkqwn

Mars Manfrom

​Hi! My name is Mars Manfrom. I have been tattooing for 30 years. In 1994 I went to get a tattoo of a design I had drawn myself. The artist said he could get the tattoo "exactly" like the drawing. I wasn't happy with the outcome of the tattoo and I figured I could do better, so I became a tattoo artist. I'm motivated by constant self-improvement and self-discovery. I love to leave a client with imagery they love. I love the joy a good coverup brings as it restores that persons faith in a good tattoo. I love to do botanical illustrations, skulls, and heavy metal imagery.

​Instagram: @mars_manfrom_tattoo