Detailed black and grey sleeve tattoo by InkedByJames

Brooklyn, New York • 18+

Your Ideas.
My Art.

Real Art Lasts Forever

Now Taking Bookings & New Clients

Tattoos • Body Piercing • Art • Expression • Lifestyle

The artist

Built around your story.

I’m James, a custom tattoo and body piercing artist working in Brooklyn. I turn your references, meaning and personal style into work that feels unmistakably yours.

From black and grey realism to clean piercings, every piece is created with detail and intention—never rushed, never generic.

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Custom work. Honest guidance.
A result you’ll wear with confidence.

Tattoo services

Made once. Worn forever.

Custom tattooing shaped around your body, your references and your vision.

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Realism

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Black & Grey

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Fine Line

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Custom Designs

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Cover-Ups

Polished steel ear piercings by InkedByJames

Piercing services

Precision meets expression.

Professional placement, careful technique and jewelry that complements your anatomy.

Body

Ear

Nose

Navel

Other Piercings

Selected work

The portfolio.

Real client work by InkedByJames. Tap any image to see the details.

How it works

From idea to ink.

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Send your idea, placement and approximate size

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Get a custom design and quote

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Book your session

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Get inked

Before & after

Good work deserves good care.

Follow the personalized aftercare instructions you receive.

Keep the area clean and avoid picking, soaking or direct sun while healing.

Reach out if anything feels unusual—we’d rather you ask.

Start your piece

Tell me what you have in mind.

Share the key details and WhatsApp will open with your request ready to send. If you choose a reference image, attach it in the WhatsApp chat.

Clients must be 18+ with valid photo ID.

Visit the studio

Brooklyn made.

Checking hours
218 Bedford Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11249

Monday—Saturday10:00 AM—7:00 PM

SundayClosed

Walk-ins depend on availability. Message on WhatsApp to book your session.

Message on WhatsApp anytime, even on Sundays. James will reply when the shop reopens.

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