@cross_over_tattoo

📍San Diego, USa

I’m a tattoo artist from Ukraine with a professional background in fine arts. My passion for tattooing began in 1999, when the culture was just starting to emerge in our country. You could say I was there at the roots of the Ukrainian tattoo scene.Over the years, I’ve worked in studios across Europe — alongside talented artists and in environments where quality, taste, and technique matter.This journey gave me not only confidence but also a deep understanding of the craft. Every trip and every encounter with true professionals helped shape me and refine my style.Everything I know today is the result of years of hard work, creative exploration, and a constant drive to grow as an artist working on skin.

I’ve received over 25 awards at international tattoo conventions. The main styles I work in are black and grey realism and color realism. One of the most important parts of my work is cover-up tattoos — transforming old or unwanted ink. Few artists are willing to take on these challenges, as they require experience and technical flexibility. I, on the other hand, truly enjoy them.For me, it’s not just about hiding the past — it’s about giving someone a fresh start and breathing new life into their skin. I believe every tattoo should be balanced, alive, and meaningful — even if it was born from a desire to fix something.