Established in 2007, Diablo Ink Tattoo stands as a creative haven in the East Bay, where Rickey-Lee and his team of gifted artists transform skin into canvas with unparalleled skill. Specializing in everything from delicate fine line and nuanced black and grey to bold traditional color, the studio embodies the fusion of artistic diversity and personal expression. At Diablo Ink, clients are invited to embark on a distinctive journey, exploring the depths of ink artistry guided by a passionate and dedicated crew.
About Diablo Ink Tattoo
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9 Contra Costa Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, USADiablo Ink Tattoo
Diablo Ink Tattoo, established in 2007, stands as a beacon of artistic excellence and personal expression in the East Bay. At the heart of this creative sanctuary is Rickey-Lee, the owner, whose journey in the tattooing world began in 1991 under the mentorship of “Pops” Saller in San Pedro, California. Rickey-Lee’s naval service allowed him to hone his craft across the globe, from San Diego to Singapore, before he decided to lay down roots and share his passion for all styles of tattooing, from intricate portraits and fine line black and grey to vibrant traditional color, with his community. His dedication is matched by his talented team, including Miss Jessie, a formally trained artist from the Academy of Art, San Francisco, who brings her love for anatomy and pin-ups into her work, and Sam Issersohn, whose multifaceted artistic background infuses his tattoos with a unique blend of graphic design, portraiture, and geometric elements.
The Diablo Ink family also includes Chase Elsberry, a digital savant and rising star in the tattoo world, and B, a UC Berkeley art graduate with a distinct, bold style that incorporates dark, graphic elements into his body art. Each artist at Diablo Ink brings their own unique flavor to the studio, united by a common thread of artistic integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to their craft. Together, they create a diverse and welcoming environment where creativity flourishes and clients’ visions come to life. Diablo Ink is not just a tattoo shop; it’s a community where art and personal stories are inked into the skin with precision, care, and a deep respect for the individual’s journey.
I was so impressed with the work I had done by Sam at Diablo Ink that I had delayed regret about some work I had done before I met with him. I wanted a tattoo that covered the length of my arm and wrapped around some earlier work I had done. I met with him to go over what I wanted and when we met up on the day of my appointment he had nailed it in the drawings he showed me. The one thing that I had questioned was a skull butterfly that wasn’t exactly what I had in mind and when I told him that he quickly drew up another version that was spot on. I am so pleased with his work that I am having him help me fix some of the tattoos I have that I wasn’t thrilled with. He nailed the light line look I was going for and his shading is *chef’s kiss. The owner was also tattooing another client at the same time and he was a great guy to chat with and added enjoyment to the whole experience. Already trying to think of new work to have done by Sam.
Been going here for a year now and I recommend this place to anyone and everyone that compliments my tattoos I get from the artist located at this location. It’s always very clean and everyone is super professional.
Out here in the Bay Area visiting my mom and wanted to get a meaningful spur of the moment tattoo and messaged the owner Rickey-Lee from Diablo Ink to see if they could accommodate us. He was quick to respond and got us in with Sam. Sam was very nice and patient and combined my moms and my fingerprint in this tattoo. This was my moms first tattoo and she was a champ! Thanks Diablo Ink and Sam for a wonderful and memorable experience!
Rickey-Lee is an amazing artist, a veteran and all around good guy. The tattoo work is phenomenal and so is the conversation. I'll be going back again soon.
Highly highly recommend. I got my helix piercing and my brother got a septum piercing. Liana was so great, she explained aftercare very throughly and made the experience great for the both of us! Great place. Definitely coming back