Top Tier Austin Tattoo Artist & Designer
"Passionate about bringing your unique vision to life, I specialize in crafting truly one-of-a-kind tattoos through close collaboration with my clients. My Portfolio showcases a distinct artistic style you won't often encounter, demonstrating my ability to translate your personal desires into exceptional custom artwork. I believe the journey of getting a tattoo should be a partnership. That's why I dedicate time to thoroughly discuss your ideas, working hand-in-hand with you to design a tattoo that resonates deeply. My ultimate goal is to transform your concept into a personalized masterpiece you'll admire and be eager to wear. You should either explore my portfolio page or discover more of my recent work on my Instagram page.
Ready to explore your ideas? I invite you to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation. This is our opportunity to connect, delve into your vision, and discuss the possibilities. Once we've established a design direction you're excited about, we'll refine the details, including size and placement. Following this, I'll provide a transparent estimate that I hope aligns with your budget.
Find examples of my tattoos on my Portfolio Page and where to connect with me on my Tattoo Page.
Beyond years of tattooing, my educational journey includes 18 months at Santa Fe University of Art and Design and two years at San Francisco's Academy of Art University, providing robust theoretical background in Fine Arts. This academic experience, combined with my practical hands on tattooing artistry, has equipped me with the skills and knowledge anyone would want from their tattoo artist. The foundation in fine arts—drawing, painting, and sculpture—brings a unique depth to my craft. A strong classical training informs my understanding of composition, light, shadow, and anatomy, allowing me to create tattoos that transcend mere imitation, becoming truly masterful works of art on skin.
Mixed Media
From the large-scale, dynamic creations of street art, brought to life with "cans and rollers" on the urban landscape, to intimately detailed mixed media pieces combining canvas, paints, ink, and other unconventional elements and materials, my visual art explores a wide spectrum of expression.
Pen & Ink
My ability to achieve precise lines and textures in tattoos is rooted in my early artistic journey with pen and ink drawing. This foundation informs every stage, from sketch to the enduring final design for discerning clients.
Artistic Love
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to creating original artwork. While my specialty lies in the aesthetic of decor-de-noir, my artistic practice encompasses a diverse range of expressive styles.
Hobbies
Beyond my art, I'm drawn to the untamed wilderness, finding exhilaration in 4-wheeling through challenging terrain – mud, rocks, and remote landscapes inaccessible to most. It's in these isolated spaces, surrounded by the quiet whispers of nature, that I find a profound escape from the everyday.
Fine Arts
These artistic styles are built upon fine art foundations, shaping my unique approach to my tattooing style.
Bronze Sculpture
This bronze sculpture, "The Lady" was well received at the spring show where I was recognized as the top emerging artist.
Line Drawings
I have been drawing for as long as I can remember, above are some of my favorites from my first sketch book. As I mature in my art, I have found I enjoy experimenting with a variety of mediums and surfaces. These range from aerosol paint and concrete to oil based paint and canvas.
Ceramic
Ceramics is a medium that becomes part of the soul of each piece, as I manipulate and demystified the clay into position of a sculpture I feel that once the clay is fired and patinaed it comes to life.
Mixed Media
Hand carved soap stone in an intricate assembly that forms a box for a life-sized cicada, a piece as rare as the breading cycle of the insect it honors.
Artistic Styles
These unique styles showcase the artistic inspiration of "Travis Dale" in tattoo execution.
American Traditional
A classic American Traditional tattoo featuring a vibrant red Cardinal, its bold form accentuated by thick black outlines characteristic of the style. The striking red feathers are beautifully contrasted by two pastel flowers that frame the bird, creating a visually dynamic piece.
Fine Line
Delicate and intricate wildflowers are rendered with remarkably fine, precise lines, capturing their natural forms with subtle grace. Minimal shading adds a whisper of dimension, enhancing the natural quality of the design.
Blackwork
This tattoo showcases a collaborative vision of a sitting figure, boldly executed in solid black ink. The design's impactful silhouette and dense black fill create a dramatic and high degree of contrast, ensuring it stands out vividly against the client's skin.
Botanical
Intricate botanical flower motifs come to life through meticulously detailed shading, showcasing a strong incorporation of nature-inspired floral elements. The nuanced shadows and highlights bring depth and realism to each delicate bloom.
