The Ink Lab – Steve Kretz – Realistic Tattoo
The Ink Lab is the new name for my creative space, encompassing my realistic & mixed styles of tattoo & my interest in other art & media.
My main style is realistic tattooing. I love to create art by collaging photos & combining that with digital painting. I often use realistic images with bolder outlined elements, as I love the contrast created by mixing tattoo styles.
After many years of tattooing in different styles I now try to draw from all of my favourite kinds of tattooing when I create artwork. My hope is to create something original for you, taking your ideas & bringing them to life.
Please browse my portfolio & contact me with any ideas you’d like to discuss. Consultations are free & I’m happy to talk over any ideas to make sure we are the right fit for each other, before going ahead with the booking process
I Book Whistler, Squamish & Vancouver Appointments
I am based in Whistler, B.C. & I’m currently working from a few different spaces. Whether you’d like to book a Tattoo in Whistler, Squamish or Vancouver, I’ve got you covered! I operate from some of the areas best Tattoo studios & I’m happy to accommodate you in your desired location.
I book by appointment only, so please contact me to discuss booking an appointment in advance.
I love tattooing & feel very grateful to spend my days working on my passion, while raising my family here, surrounded by the beautiful scenery Whistler has to offer.
If my style of tattooing resonates with you, then lets talk ideas!
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Where to get tattooed in Whistler?
There are many great artists in Whistler. Please check my portfolio first & if my style doesn’t fit your ideas, I’d be happy to suggest another artist.
How long is your waitlist?
It can be anywhere from a week to a month or more, depending on size of your tattoo & my schedule. If you’d like to get an accurate time frame contact me with your ideas!
What styles’s of tattoo do you offer?
I really love a variety of styles & although I mainly tattoo realistic imagery, I often will tattoo with a bolder outlined style, or maybe even mix styles to create something unique.
Do you do small tattoos?
I have met some great people & been lucky enough to be their choice for their first tattoo. I’m always happy to start small & who knows, it may lead on to bigger things later!
I’m interested in a sleeve tattoo, where do I start?
All I really need to get started is a rough concept, then I’m happy to book a free consultation to discuss the possibilities with you. If you like my ideas, then the fun starts & we create your artwork!
How much does a sleeve tattoo cost?
A sleeve tattoo take multiple sessions & often takes around six days. This does depend on the artwork, so I can often work to a budget, or space out appointments to help spread the cost.
If you like what you have heard so far & would like to talk about an idea, please fill in a quick contact form & I’ll be in touch soon!