tattoo Artist

Nick Crawford

Another veteran artist, Nick, has been tattooing for 15 years. Specializing in American-Traditional tattoos, Nick keeps that classic traditional look without veering away from that timeless style. Meaning, all his art are hand drawn originals mixed with his knowledge of traditional tattooing, to give you up to date creations with the vintage Sailor Jerry style.

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What People Say About Our Work

Joseph Fusco

Badass, chill, fast, and fun flash tattoo.
Kurt @ golden child tattoo added personal touches to his flash creation and has such crisp beautiful line work. Def . Coming back.

Jenni Tanksley

Kurt is awesome. A perfectionist and it shows in his work. I told him what I wanted, showed him some pictures and he made them even better. I am so happy with my new tattoos. Already planning more with him.
Everyone is so nice and friendly. I would highly recommend this shop.

Erin Fraser

Kurt was so personable and professional!! He went above and beyond to make my idea come to life, with artistic suggestions to make it even better! I would 100% recommend him to anyone!

alex pipa

Very professional and attentive staff, I will come back with my friend and daughter soon for piercing. Thank you!

The Rest of Our tattoo Artist Crew

Mathias Moretti

@mgmoretti_

San Diego native Mathias crafts bright, bold Americana color pieces, drawing 90s punk energy into collaborative, fun sessions.

Kurt (Tatzilla)

@_tatzilla_

Specializing in Japanese and American Traditional, Kurt brings 25 years across all styles, from cover-ups to fine line custom work, with guest spots throughout California, Hawaii, and the Southwest.

Kristine

@krist.inktattoo

Escondido linework artist Kristine creates custom mandalas and graceful organic florals with eco-inks and a calm, client-first vibe.

Brandon Castillo AKA Sixer

@sixer.one

Shop owner Sixer is a versatile artist tattooing in a range of styles, with crisp, clean lines, saturated blacks and colors to create contrast throughout his work.

Estefan Ortiz AKA Rayz

@hunson13abadeer

Specializing in a Neo-Traditional and illustrative style, Rayz's tattoos come filled with either saturated colorful pieces or soft, texturized black and gray ones.

Katherine Parada

@kat_parmu

Specializing in micro-realism, fine line, graphic, and geometric styles, Katherine Parada blends technical precision with artistic flair to create meaningful, detailed tattoos.

Katelyn Alvarado

@epic_avacado

Specializing in fine line, black and grey, and bold color tattoos, Katelyn Alvarado creates personalized, meaningful designs, including botanical themes, critters, and custom pet portraits.

Jason Veytia

@v8ia

With 25+ years of experience, Jason has developed his own style, incorporating traditional, neo-traditional, realism, illustration, and more into his work.