The Artists Behind the Ink

Under The Gun Tattoos is home to a roster of dedicated, specialized artists — each with a distinct voice, a refined technique, and a shared commitment to making your vision permanent. Browse our team and find the artist who speaks your style.

Meet Our Artists

Every artist at Under The Gun brings a unique perspective and mastered technique. Select a style, find your artist, and book the tattoo you've always wanted.

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Marcus Cole

Realism · Black & Grey · Portraiture

10 Years Experience

Marcus has spent a decade refining the art of photorealistic portraiture and black-and-grey realism. His work draws from classical chiaroscuro — translating shadow and form onto skin with a precision that consistently stops the viewer mid-step.

Person sketching floral designs on large paper at a wooden table by a window.

Sofia Reyes

Fine Line · Illustrative · Floral

6 Years Experience

Sofia's fine-line work bridges botanical illustration and wearable art. Each piece is precision-drafted — delicate linework and negative-space composition that age gracefully and photograph beautifully.

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Darnell Wright

Traditional · Neo-Traditional · Color Saturated

12 Years Experience

Darnell is a classically-trained traditional tattooist with an obsession for bold outlines and saturated color fields. His neo-traditional work pushes the form without losing the soul of what makes traditional tattoos enduring.

Tattoo artist in black gloves tattooing a person’s back in a dim studio

JOIN THE TEAM

Guest Artists & Studio Opportunities

Under The Gun Tattoos is always open to connecting with exceptional talent. Whether you're a traveling guest artist looking for a premium space to work, or an experienced tattooist seeking a long-term studio home in Columbia, MO — we want to hear from you.

We maintain a professional, fully-equipped studio with a loyal clientele and a reputation for quality. If you take your craft seriously and your portfolio speaks for itself, reach out and let's talk.

  • Fully equipped, sterile workstations
  • Established walk-in and appointment clientele
  • Collaborative, professional studio culture
  • Flexible guest and residency arrangements

READY TO GET STARTED?

Book With Your Artist Today

Whether you have a clear vision or just the beginning of an idea, our artists are ready to collaborate. Book a consultation at Under The Gun Tattoos and take the first step toward a tattoo you'll carry with pride.