

Custom Black And Grey Piece
A considered tattoo experience for designs shaped through contrast, texture, and layered shading.
A More Personal Way to Create Depth
I develop each piece around your idea, placement, and the visual qualities you want the tattoo to carry. We can explore references, composition, scale, and the balance between darker areas and open skin. The result is a custom design with a clear structure and a sense of depth that suits you rather than following a fixed template.
During the session, I work gradually through the image, building shadows and highlights with care. This measured approach helps preserve detail while allowing the tattoo to settle into a cohesive whole. Whether you are planning a single statement piece or adding to an existing collection, I keep the process focused, calm, and collaborative.
Ideal For
Clients drawn to tonal, monochromatic artwork
Realistic, illustrative, or symbolic designs
Larger pieces that benefit from layered shading
Additions that need to complement existing tattoos
How It Works
Share Your Idea: Tell me about your concept, references, placement, and preferred scale.
Refine The Design: I shape the composition and discuss the details that will give it balance and depth.
Create The Tattoo: We work through the session with a steady approach focused on clean structure and considered shading.







About
With a decade of experience I create custom tattoos for people who want artwork with presence, personality, and depth. Based at INX Tattoo Studio in Lincoln, I specialise in large-scale sleeves, black and grey, geometric, dotwork, and also coverJapanese-inspired, gaming tattoos because I’m an massive nerd and cover ups. I design every tattoo to look strong from every angle, combining careful detail with a relaxed, friendly studio experience. Whether you have a clear idea or need help shaping one, I am here to make something genuinely yours.
I have also trained some insanely talented Artists across the UK so you’re in safe hands.
We have the largest studio in the City with an amazing team and our second studio just across the road also houses Inx Coffee Co.

About
With a decade of experience I create custom tattoos for people who want artwork with presence, personality, and depth. Based at INX Tattoo Studio in Lincoln, I specialise in large-scale sleeves, black and grey, geometric, dotwork, and also coverJapanese-inspired, gaming tattoos because I’m an massive nerd and cover ups. I design every tattoo to look strong from every angle, combining careful detail with a relaxed, friendly studio experience. Whether you have a clear idea or need help shaping one, I am here to make something genuinely yours.
I have also trained some insanely talented Artists across the UK so you’re in safe hands.
We have the largest studio in the City with an amazing team and our second studio just across the road also houses Inx Coffee Co.
Services
01
Custom Tattoo Design
I create original tattoos tailored to your ideas and placement.
02
Large Scale Work
I design and tattoo detailed full and half sleeve projects.
03
Long Day Sessions
If you’re serious about a larger piece. I provide extended sessions for substantial tattoo coverage. Feel free to check out my Instagram to see these.
Services
01
Custom Tattoo Design
I create original tattoos tailored to your ideas and placement.
02
Large Scale Work
I design and tattoo detailed full and half sleeve projects.
03
Long Day Sessions
If you’re serious about a larger piece. I provide extended sessions for substantial tattoo coverage. Feel free to check out my Instagram to see these.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact
Send me your idea and I will be in touch or tap on my GetInk link for the fastest way to book in.
Contact
Send me your idea and I will be in touch or tap on my GetInk link for the fastest way to book in.
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Explore booking and social updates for custom tattoo inspiration and studio connections.
Lincoln, UK
matt@inxtattoo.comLincoln, UK
matt@inxtattoo.com