Captain Bret is a highly experienced tattoo artist and the owner of Tattoos by Captain Bret in Newport, Rhode Island. With a remarkable career spanning over 45 years, having been tattooing since 1980, he is a cornerstone of the Newport tattoo scene. He specializes in a diverse range of styles, including fine line and delicate single-needle work, custom, modern, and traditional tattooing. His expertise also extends to intricate Celtic, Viking, Tribal, Native, and Polynesian designs, as well as classic Sailor Jerry style, watercolor, floral, dot work, and fancy lettering. Notably, Captain Bret designed the distinctive Irish, Celtic tattoo worn by Sean Penn’s character in Clint Eastwood’s film “Mystic River.” His work has also been recognized in publications such as Skin & Ink magazine and the Harley Davidson 100 Year Anniversary Book, reflecting his significant contributions to the art of tattooing.
