Our Artists
Diego
My name is Diego Cuellar. I am a tattoo artist specializing in Neo-Traditional, Japanese, and Black and Grey style tattoos. I’ve been tattooing for 11 years now and have been working in tattoos shops since I was 21 years old. I believe that as an artist , you need something to push against. For me that thing has always been other peoples opinion. It’s always a struggle to remain true to your own inner vision.
I don’t think I’m different from anyone else in where inspiration comes from: music, dreams, comics, and so on. Also my brother and two nephews are a big help to me. Generally speaking, the inspiration varies from subject to subject depending on my needs or the clients request. Most of my work is color but I like to do black and grey too. I love Japanese style. All the colors and bold lines - I can do it every day. I want my work to look different and unique for my customers.
I’ve been working at Rebel Ink since day one of their opening. I love working with them, and became really good friends with John; we’re always pranking each other. It is like a whole different vibe, that’s for sure. Rebel Ink is family to me
Arthur
My Name is Arthur Volper and I grew up in Queens, New York. I came to America from Ukraine when I was five years old. I attained a bachelor’s degree in Marketing Management with no intentions of pursuing a career in art. It wasn’t until the age of 28, when my wife became pregnant, that I picked up a pencil for the first time in years. Having only drawn as a child sporadically, I didn’t begin to take it seriously until my first charcoal a few months later before the birth of my son. At this point i became focused on portraits and realism.
At this time I began to collect tattoos from artists I admired. It all culminated in one moment when, while reading a book called light and shadow by Ian Robert McKnown, I decided I was going to become a tattoo artist.
Eventually I broke skin for the first time on my own leg and began to inch towards my goal. Fast forward 4 years, and I’m now, a full time artist working out of Rebel Ink in Queens, New York. It is shop that has given me an amazing opportunity and freedom to build clientele while honing my craft. A place where I can practice many different styles while focusing on my first true love, which is black and grey realism.
Tricia
Tricia is our shop manager and owner. She started Rebel Ink in Ozone park six years ago with her son. Since then she has grown the business to serve the community of Ozone Park, Queens and surrounding areas. She specializes in Microblading a permanent make up. She strives to give her clients a long lasting realistic look that they can wear proudly every day.
James
My name is James Jurado. I moved to New York City from Portland, Oregon. I’ve had different careers in art since college. I transitioned to tattooing after being a graphic designer for 8 years. I’m grateful for my computer education because it has allowed me to approach tattoos with an entirely different skillset. After tattooing became my newest obsession, I have found ways to marry graphic design with tattooing.
I began working at Rebel Ink around a year ago and have been grateful for their support ever since. They allow me to take control of my creative vision and find clients to work with us. I’m currently specializing in blackwork and fineline black and grey tattoos.
LIFE
From the heart of Ecuador, a country known for its warm-hearted people, Life discovered his passion for tattooing through a friend who saw great potential in him. This encounter ignited a journey into the world of tattoo artistry, which he has been a part of for over six years. His evolution as an artist has been remarkable, marked by a commitment to constant improvement and learning.
Specializing in lettering and realism in shadows, Life has dedicated years to mastering these styles. His passion for detailed and intricate designs is evident in every piece he creates, making each tattoo a unique work of art. He believes that tattoos are not just art—they are a form of personal expression that resonates with the soul of the wearer.
At Rebel Ink Tattoo, Life brings his expertise and artistic vision to every project. Whether you're looking for a poignant piece of lettering or a lifelike portrayal in shadow, he is ready to transform your ideas into lasting impressions on your skin. Come in and let Life help you tell your story through his art.
Victoria
Victoria Lawson, also known as @iickyink, discovered her passion for tattoo art during the 2020 lockdown. Originally a lifelong doodler and painter, she and her brother explored stick and poke tattoos, which sparked her interest in the field. Her journey took a significant turn when she witnessed a friend's tattoo session, leading her to apprentice under Diego Cuellar at Rebel Ink Tattoo Under Diego Cuellar mentorship, Victoria honed her skills and embraced her new path as a tattoo artist. She remains enthusiastic about her growth and future in the industry.
GUILLERMO
My name is Guillermo Gonzalez . I moved to New York when I was 14 years old . I always had a passion for tattooing . In fact my very first tattoo I did on myself was when I was 12 years old . And I have been practicing my art and love for it since then. I am always trying to find new ways to better my art and technique. I love to do all types of tattoos. I mostly specialize in black and gray and traditional tattoos
Kevin
My name is Kevin Vera, I'm from Ecuador. I consider myself an empirical tattoo artist. In November 2020 I moved to New York, 6 months after arriving I had the opportunity to work in my first tattoo shop. From there I was able to dedicate my full time to tattooing which has allowed me to develop and evolve as an artist. I am versatile, I handle various styles of tattoos, fine line, color, dotwork, blackwork, cover ups and the style that I specialize and focus on is realism in black and gray. Every tattoo I do, whether the smallest or the largest, I do it with the same love, passion and respect. Hoping to continue evolving every day in this beautiful art that is tattoo.
LEO
My name is Leo Malhue and I am originally from Chile. I started tattooing in the city of Santiago in 2008, always with an interest in graffiti culture and cartoon, anime and comic styles. This led me to study graphic design to complement my skills as an illustrator and have a better perspective on design. My tattoo style is new school and color tattoos, anime, comic and video games. Throughout my career as a tattoo artist I have participated in more than 40 conventions around the world and won several awards. I am currently living in New York City.
Jaime
Jaime Cordoba is a Colombian tattoo artist that specializes in black and grey work, fine line and dot shading styles. He’s inspired by animals, flowers, skulls and fossils for the most part. Jaime likes to add details to his tattoos and take the time to create a good design that the client is going to be happy with.
Javier
My name is Javier and I specialize in fine line, black and grey as well as realism tattoos.