Tattoo Portfolio

Hi, I’m Ruben Barahona—a tattoo artist with 15 years of experience, traveling coast to coast (NYC – Spokane, Washington) and throughout Europe. I take appointments at my studio in the heart of the East Village, Manhattan (179 East 3rd St, NYC, NY 10009), and at Anchored Art (421 Riverside Ave, Ste 108, Spokane, WA 99201). For European conventions, please submit the form to request information about upcoming trips.

Thank you for visiting my website and considering me for your next tattoo.

Every piece I create begins with a conversation. I believe every tattoo should match the client’s personality and fit their body, so I only book appointments after a consultation to make sure we’re the right fit in terms of style, art, budget, and energy. If you’re not sure what you want to get, a consultation can help clarify the context and meaning behind your tattoo, so I can find the right elements to bring it to life.

I’m a very easygoing person to work with. All I need is your idea—then you can sit back and relax while I take care of the rest.

This gallery is a collection of work from the past 10 years. I’m currently updating it into a chronological, blog-style format so you can see my creative process, the different stages of each tattoo, and where my work is today.

I work across multiple styles. Please choose at least three pieces from my portfolio that resonate with you, so I can understand what direction you’d like for your tattoo.

RUBEN BARAHONA