Brad Charles has been tattooing since 2009, turning his childhood passion for drawing into a celebrated career in the tattoo industry. His journey began at age 13, when his early exposure to tattoo shops and mentorship offers planted the seed for his lifelong respect and dedication to the craft.
Specializations and Style
Specializing in high-impact color and black and gray realism, Brad Charles creates bold, highly detailed tattoos emphasizing dramatic lighting, depth, contrast, and lifelike textures. His work focuses on custom, large-scale compositions designed for maximum visual impact.
Notable Achievements
Brad’s talent has earned him recognition in the tattoo community, including:
Judging at the Days of the Dead Tattoo Expo.
Winning 2nd Place for Best Back or Chest at the Trusted Tattoo Gathering.
Features in DGN Magazine and the upcoming Tattoo Industry Magazine.
Winning second place best healed large color at las vegas tattoo expo
Personal Interests
When he’s not tattooing, Brad spends his time immersed in desert racing, speeding through the dunes on his dirt bike or 5/1600 car. He also enjoys camping, working on vehicles in his garage, and helping race teams at desert events—all while cherishing time with his family.
Artistic Philosophy
Brad’s motivation stems from the gratification of each completed piece, striving for ever-greater detail, precision, and execution. His ultimate goal is to create tattoos that turn heads and leave a lasting impression.