About The Artist
Based in Downtown Salem, Massachusetts, The Son of Darkness Tattoo Artist is a fine artist and professional tattooist whose creative foundation lies in the academic study of oil painting and classical realism. His mastery of light, depth, and storytelling transforms each piece — whether on canvas or skin — into a cinematic experience.
His work blends cinematic realism, portraiture, black & grey, and full color concepts, as well as custom cover-ups and original compositions that push the boundaries between art and anatomy. Every project is designed with precision, emotion, and artistic integrity.
As a painter and tattoo artist, he approaches each project as a fine-art composition, blending years of academic technique with contemporary style — resulting in tattoos that are timeless, meaningful, and technically flawless.
Studio Paintings
My work is not defined by a theme. I’m open to any concept with true artistic depth.
Custom Tattoo Projects
Full Color · Black & Grey · Cover-Ups · Small to Large Scale
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Limited availability each month.
Complex Cover-Ups · Complete Transformations
Old tattoos, faded work, mistakes or designs that no longer represent you are not a limitation.
These transformations demonstrate how complex cover-ups can be rebuilt into cohesive,
powerful pieces — approached with the same artistic mindset as a painting.
Every cover-up presents a different challenge.
The goal is never to simply hide what was there before,
but to rebuild the area into a balanced, intentional composition —
one that feels natural on the body and timeless in execution.
Black & Grey Projects
Every Black & Grey piece is approached with the same level of precision, depth and intention as any color work.
The outcome always depends on the concept, the visual direction, and the creative freedom allowed — shaping a result that feels cohesive, natural on the body, and built to last over time.
Any concept or visual idea can be translated into skin — whether in color or black & grey.
Each project is built with intention — the following section outlines how these works are structured.
Custom Projects & Booking Policy
I work exclusively on custom tattoo projects. Each project is quoted individually based on size, complexity, placement, and artistic direction.
Depending on size, placement, and complexity, some projects may be completed within a single session, while others unfold across multiple sessions.
All projects are priced by session — dedicated tattoo time — not by the hour. This keeps the focus on quality, planning, and execution.
For Full Color & Cover-Up Projects
Cost Per Session
$1,500 USD — Half-Day Session (5 Hours)
$2,400 USD — Full-Day Session (8 Hours)
For Black & Grey Projects
Cost Per Session
$1,250 USD — Half-Day Session (5 Hours)
$2,000 USD — Full-Day Session (8 Hours)
Deposits & Booking
A $250 USD design deposit is required to begin the creative process. This fee is separate from the tattoo session total and is not deducted from the final project balance.
A $250 USD booking deposit is also required to secure your appointment date. This booking deposit is deducted from the final cost of your tattoo session.
Total required to book: $500 USD via Zelle
($250 design deposit + $250 booking deposit).
All deposits are non-refundable. One reschedule is allowed with at least 48 hours notice.
Payments
Remaining balances are paid in cash or Zelle on the day of the appointment. No other payment methods are accepted.
A brief initial inquiry may also be made via Instagram direct message.
Instagram Direct Message →Submit your idea and visual references, along with the required details, through the email link provided below.
REQUEST A TATTOO APPOINTMENT
Please include all relevant information so I can properly evaluate your request:
1. WHAT TYPE OF PIECE ARE YOU LOOKING TO GET?
- Cover-up
- New tattoo
- Portrait
- Specific illustrative style
- Full-color realism / Black & Grey / Horror / Cinematic concepts
2. PHOTOS & REFERENCES
- If it’s a cover-up, send clear photos of the tattoo you want to cover.
- If it’s a new piece, include photos of the area where you’d like to get tattooed.
- If you have visual references (concepts, colors, style, illustrations), attach them as well.
3. DESCRIBE YOUR IDEA IN DETAIL
- Your illustrative concept.
- The main elements you want included.
- The mood or aesthetic you want the piece to transmit.
- Whether you want it in color, black & grey, or mixed.
4. PREFERRED APPOINTMENT / AVAILABILITY
- If you’re looking to book as soon as possible.
- Or if you have a specific date or month in mind.
Once I have all this information, I’ll personally review your project. If it’s a good fit for us to work together, I’ll then send you instructions on how to access the private final reservation form.