Master Mike

Master Mike is the esteemed Founder and Master Artist of Inkfiend Art Studio, a premier tattoo studio located in Alhambra, California. With over two decades of tattooing experience, Mike’s journey is marked by remarkable resilience, having honed his initial skills on orange peels and pig skins amidst poverty in war-torn Cambodia. He established Inkfiend Art Studio in 2004, building it on principles of integrity, professionalism, and respect, and famously living by the philosophy, ‘More hustlin’, less fussin”. Master Mike is widely recognized for his exceptional work in Asian Oriental designs, intricate black & grey pieces, and vibrant color tattoos. His expertise also extends to Japanese style, large-scale back pieces, and full leg sleeves. A recipient of numerous awards and featured in publications like Tattoo Magazine, Dub Magazine, and Tattoo Flash Magazine, Mike is not only an accomplished artist but also a dedicated mentor, actively paying it forward through an apprenticeship program he established to guide the next generation of tattoo artists.