Southern California · Private Studio · Upland, CA
COVER-UPS.
REBORN.
Specialist in cover-up transformation, custom work, and high-detail realism. Work accepted by application only.
Southern California · Private Studio · Upland, CA
Specialist in cover-up transformation, custom work, and high-detail realism. Work accepted by application only.
Booking is by approval only. Submit a quote request and if your project is a fit, you'll receive access to the private booking and deposit page. Not all inquiries are accepted.
The Specialty
Most artists work around bad tattoos. Tony works through them. With 13 years of professional tattooing and 9 years focused on cover-up work, he approaches every piece as a design problem — whether it's transforming what's already there or building something entirely new.
The Specialty In Action
Every before/after below is work that couldn't be undone — only rebuilt. This is what cover-up specialization actually looks like.
What Tony Does
Specialist approach to covering existing work. Every cover-up is engineered for maximum coverage using contrast, detail, and strategic placement. Laser removal may be suggested for heavily saturated pieces.
High-detail, texture-driven black and grey work. Portraits, wildlife, figurative, and concept pieces with a focus on legibility, depth, and longevity.
Bold, saturated color work with realistic rendering. Complex pieces that require multiple sessions to build proper depth and vibrancy.
Adding to or reworking another artist's existing tattoo. Assessed on a case-by-case basis — quality and intent of the original work are considered.
Original custom designs built from reference and concept. Neo-traditional, stylized realism, and lettering accepted when the project is a strong fit.
Every tattoo is placed to flow with the body. Large-scale work uses the full space of each area for cohesive composition and visual impact from distance.
How It Works
Designed to filter for serious projects and protect everyone's time.
Fill out the quote request form with your project details, reference photos, and budget. Cover-ups, custom work, and realism all welcome. Every inquiry is personally reviewed.
If your project is a fit, you'll receive a text response with a rate estimate and timeline. All consultations happen via text — no in-person consultation required before booking.
Approved clients get access to the private deposit and calendar page. Choose your session type, pick a date, and secure it with a non-refundable deposit through the website.
Work happens at a private studio in Upland, CA — address shared after deposit is placed. Design work happens the day of: 1–3 hours of layout, then tattooing begins.
Selected Work
Investment
Pricing reflects the singular focus, preparation, and expertise each session demands. Financing available through Shop Pay Installments powered by Affirm.
Best for large cover-ups, full sleeves, back pieces, and complex realism. Includes design consultation and all session materials. Non-refundable deposit required. Most cover-ups require 2 or more full day sessions.
Mid-size cover-up work, continuation pieces, or hand-sized black and grey. Same focus and preparation as a full session. Mid-size cover-ups typically take 2 or more half day sessions.
Palm-sized work, touchups, or specific sections of an ongoing project. Limited availability — priority given to existing clients. Small cover-ups may be completed in 1–2 sessions.
Quality Over Quantity
Not every project is accepted — and that's by design. If you're serious about doing this right, submit a request and let's see if it's a fit.
Request a QuoteResponse via text · Not all inquiries accepted · Avg. response within 3 business days
Art By Tony Ray
