Mark Tyler is the founder and driving force behind Stronghold Tattoo Studio in Duluth, MN, which he established in 2019. With dual degrees in Business and Art from the University of Minnesota, Duluth, he masterfully blends creativity with professionalism in his work. Drawing inspiration from his passions for video games, anime, and painting, Mark specializes in large-scale neotraditional, Traditional Japanese, and illustrative black and grey styles. He is also highly skilled in full and half sleeves, anime portraits, Pokémon designs, floral motifs, realism, and American Traditional tattooing. Mark is dedicated to creating bold, unique, and deeply personal tattoos, ensuring each client is paired with the right artist for a true masterpiece. He encourages clients to offer vague design concepts, allowing his artistic freedom to flourish, and focuses on original creations rather than replicating existing work.
