@maksymtattoo

📍Lisbon, Portugal 

I was born in Ukraine, where my artistic path began long before I ever touched a tattoo machine. Growing up surrounded by creativity, drawing became my natural way of expressing ideas and understanding the world. Mostly self-taught, I developed my skills through discipline, curiosity, and a fascination with light, form, and emotion. My family always supported my artistic direction, and my brother’s early passion for tattoos strongly influenced my decision to pursue the craft seriously.I’ve been tattooing for more than ten years, steadily refining my technique and vision. Now based in Portugal, I continue to evolve through international guest spots, tattoo conventions, and inspiration from artists I’ve admired since the beginning. For me, tattooing is a way to create meaningful, permanent stories that clients carry throughout their lives.

My work focuses on black and grey realism, often blending surreal elements with expressive lettering to create compositions that feel both emotional and visually balanced. Over the years, my style has been shaped by mentorship, travel, and exposure to diverse artistic environments. Influences such as Carlos Torres, Bob Tyrrell, and Anrijs Straume continue to inspire my growth.I love attending tattoo conventions, where I challenge myself creatively, connect with the community, and proudly compete for awards. Traveling for guest spots is also a key part of my process, allowing me to meet new clients and learn from studios around the world. Painting remains essential to my development, helping refine my artistic vision as I continue evolving within the tattoo craft.