Neo-Traditional Style Tattoos

A contemporary evolution of classic styles, Neo-Traditional tattoos are known for their lush, vibrant colors and intricate details, drawing on Art Nouveau and Art Deco influences for a fresh, dimensional aesthetic.

Work With The Best Neo-Traditional Tattoo Artists in Escondido & San Diego

Neo-Traditional Tattoo Artists

Nick Crawford

@costlymistake

Specializing in American-Traditional tattoos, Nick keeps that classic traditional look without veering away from that timeless style.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Examples of Neo-Traditional Tattoos

Neo-Traditional Tattoo Ideas & Inspiration From Our Portfolio

A selection of our Neo-Traditional style tattoo work.

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Client Words

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!

Tattooing Services

We settle for nothing less than offering the highest quality tattoo available in San Diego and beyond. Our shop is home to a team of highly skilled artists carefully picked for talent and professionalism. Everyone brings a unique touch and we cover the full range of styles and techniques—from detailed portraits to intricate lettering to vibrant color bombs. Styles include traditional, neo-traditional, realism, portaiture, new school, fine-line, lettering, and much more.

In addition to the broad range of styles in which we offer fully custom tattoo designs, we also offer the highest quality selection of flash tattoos and the best get what you get tattoos in the San Diego Area.