@kevhickman_tattoo

📍Bedworth, UK

I’m Kev, an artist out of Bedworth, UK, and I’ve basically been drawing since I was old enough to grab a pencil and try to put the world on paper. I grew up surrounded by art, but what really lit the fuse were my dad’s old-school traditional tattoos — bold, unapologetic, and full of character. That style burned itself into my brain and pushed me into an obsession with creating my own work, whether I’m drawing, painting, or chasing a new idea that won’t leave me alone.Teachers used to tell me that sketching in the backs of my books would get me nowhere. So now I wake up every day proving them wrong — and loving every minute of it.

Working at Imperial Art in Bedworth with my family is where my style and drive come alive. I work across a wide range of tattoo styles, but colour realism, anime-inspired pieces, and anything Star Wars are what really ignite my creativity. I’m all about bold colour, sharp detail, and turning big ideas into standout designs that people are proud to wear. That focus and energy have earned me multiple awards, including several convention wins, and pushed my work to evolve with every piece. For me, tattooing isn’t just a job — it’s where passion meets craftsmanship and never stops growing.