From the Studio
Jake Meeks Blog
July 10, 2026
Going through recent photos and realized I’ve been working on a Lot of big leg pieces lately. Seems like I used to do 8-
Going through recent photos and realized I’ve been working on a Lot of big leg pieces lately. Seems like I used to do 8-9 arm sleeves for every leg sleeve request. I think the tides are turning. Are you other tattooers noticing the same thi
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June 16, 2026
Married to this one for 24 years today. I’ll have to admit, the first 6-8 weeks were fantastic…love you @emily38134
Married to this one for 24 years today. I’ll have to admit, the first 6-8 weeks were fantastic…love you @emily38134
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June 4, 2026
@russabbott and I did a little denim shopping in Osaka. Picked up my first denim shirt. Get this, it was only 600-800% m
@russabbott and I did a little denim shopping in Osaka. Picked up my first denim shirt. Get this, it was only 600-800% more expensive than an American denim shirt!! Who’s the sucker now?!?
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May 26, 2026
Don't miss the Paradise Artist Retreat this year! David Cheifetz will be teaching an imaginative painting workshop to he
Don't miss the Paradise Artist Retreat this year! David Cheifetz will be teaching an imaginative painting workshop to help you break out of creative ruts! Get your tickets today.
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May 26, 2026
Day 2 in Kyoto. Fushimi Inari shrine was cool. Too many people though. Finished the day off with my first ever “Omikase
Day 2 in Kyoto. Fushimi Inari shrine was cool. Too many people though. Finished the day off with my first ever “Omikase experience” at Gion sushi Faro. Might be the best dining experience I’ve ever had. I’ve had 2 meals here so far that riv
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May 26, 2026
Awesome night for @maxa_billion and me. @easymoneysniper and I are pretty tight now. We’ve been texting for days. He l
Awesome night for @maxa_billion and me. @easymoneysniper and I are pretty tight now. We’ve been texting for days. He loves my fadeaway. go grizz!
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May 26, 2026
A couple of still shots from Friday at @richmondtattooconvention Collab with my buddy @kjaketattoo He did all the draw
A couple of still shots from Friday at @richmondtattooconvention Collab with my buddy @kjaketattoo He did all the drawing. I just showed up and took credit.Maybe we’ll finish it some day. Down with the help of our friends at @firesidetattoo
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May 12, 2026
Did you know your early bird ticket to Paradise Artist's Retreat comes with a free Paradise logo T shirt?!? The shirt wa
Did you know your early bird ticket to Paradise Artist's Retreat comes with a free Paradise logo T shirt?!? The shirt was designed by our very own Jake Meeks (@pluguglyart). Sign up today for early bird pricing and don't forget to choose yo
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April 16, 2026
PARADISE IS BACK! Join us at Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort again this October 6-8. Early Bird tickets are available now fo
PARADISE IS BACK! Join us at Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort again this October 6-8. Early Bird tickets are available now for a great discount with tons of perks. $150 discount on 3 day pass, art booth included, Paradise T shirt shipped to your
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March 15, 2026
If you’re tattooing full-time, managing a team, and quietly wondering when you get to just be an artist again this was b
If you’re tattooing full-time, managing a team, and quietly wondering when you get to just be an artist again this was built for you. Fireside Yacht Club is a 3-day private retreat on the water with @pluguglyart and @russabbott . Sept 19–21
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December 17, 2025
Flesh tones aren’t just for portraits.
Flesh tones aren’t just for portraits. Used intentionally, they can be some of the most durable pigments in tattooing. In this conversation, we dig into how muted flesh tones, warm grays, and thoughtful shading choices affect longevity, con
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