Constantin

Constantin is the manager and resident artist at our Ink Couture Austin location. Award-winning and nationally published, Constantin is best known for his black and greys and blackwork. His talent and tattoos are second only to his hospitality and enthusiasm. Stop by or message Constantin today.

How long have you been tattooing professionally (in a licensed shop)?
5 Years.

What inspired you into the art of tattooing?
I loved drawing as a kid. I don’t have much growing up so I would imagine and draw cool things I liked or wanted. Dragon ball z was a huge inspiration of mine to take my artwork to the next level. Over time, I realized I could take my creative skills and culminate them into something satisfying and rewarding, and more permanent and more meaningful than on just canvas or paper.

Tell us about the preferred style of your work?
I love tattooing the way that I draw, which is as best I can describe as illustrative realism. I try to incorporate the smooth shading and tones of real life, with the pop out linework that really makes the tattoo stand out. I enjoy putting a lot of detail into my tattoos. We love featuremaxxed and detailsmaxxed tattoos around here. Crispy is an outstanding way to describe a lot of my work.

What other styles are you known for?
Realism, Portraits, Color Realism, Traditional, Lettering, and Blackwork.

What inspires you as an artist?
Watching the times, observing the world around me. I prefer to tattoo in the moment. There are so many precious moments in tattooing. I thank God for my talent.

Why should someone pick you for their next tattoo/to be their artist?
I can genuinely say that from our very first interaction to the day you come back years later and show me your healed tattoo, I honestly and earnestly put all of my effort and passion and talent into each, and every one of my tattoos. I treat the client and their skin as if they were my own. Also, I have been known to provide a different atmosphere and vibe, I am cheerful and joyous and you can tell I really do get excited about my craft.

Anything else you'd like for prospective clients to know about you?
Don’t be afraid to ask me any questions! The more information you can give me, the better I can make your tattoo come to life!