James

James is a skilled tattoo artist at The 18th INK in Ottawa, ON. His artistic journey began in a small village surrounded by the mountains of Cymru (Wales), transitioning from a hobbyist to an illustrator and now a dedicated tattoo artist. James specializes in illustration, drawing inspiration from a rich tapestry of historical art, ranging from medieval manuscripts to 20th-century children’s books. He masterfully combines elements of line-work, dot-work, and cross-hatching to create pieces that achieve a profound balance of depth and visual storytelling.