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Roger
Roger is a professional tattoo artist at 18b Tattoo in the Downtown Las Vegas Arts District, with over eight years of experience built on a strong foundation of apprenticeship and high-volume shop discipline. His career began at Black Cat Tattoo in Chinatown, Honolulu, where he completed a two-year apprenticeship under Shay Haas before spending six years refining his craft in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
That background shaped Roger’s approach to tattooing—consistent execution, adaptability, and a respect for the fundamentals that carry through into every piece he creates. In 2021, he relocated to Las Vegas to reset after the pandemic and continue pushing his work forward. Since then, he has worked alongside respected artists in the Downtown Las Vegas tattoo scene, eventually finding his place at 18b Tattoo in the heart of the Arts District.
Roger’s work is grounded in clean, disciplined tattooing with a focus on tasteful design, strong composition, and clear communication. While he works across a range of styles, his priority is ensuring that each tattoo makes sense for the client’s body, placement, and long-term wear—especially important in the Las Vegas climate, where durability and readability matter over time.
Clients seeking a custom tattoo artist in Downtown Las Vegas, a reliable Arts District tattoo shop, or a professional who values both process and outcome are drawn to Roger for his straightforward, no-confusion approach. He ensures that every client understands what’s being done, why it works, and what to expect—removing uncertainty from the experience while maintaining a high standard of execution.
Working within 18b Tattoo, an artist-led studio rooted in the 18b Arts District, Roger contributes to an environment that prioritizes quality over volume. His goal is simple and consistent: to make sure every client leaves confident in both the tattoo itself and the process it took to get there.
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