About Daniel Ruiz
Daniel Ruiz is a professional tattoo artist specializing in black & grey realism, large-scale custom tattoos and complex cover-ups. Every project is approached as a unique composition, carefully designed around the client’s anatomy, placement and personal vision.
His work focuses on strong contrast, clean readability and natural flow with the body, creating tattoos that maintain their visual impact over time.
From the initial consultation to the final session, Daniel works directly with each client to provide a personalized experience focused on quality, communication and long-lasting results.
My Journey
Originally from Colombia, Daniel Ruiz has built his career around a commitment to realism, strong composition and continuous artistic growth. Over the years, his work has evolved through hundreds of custom tattoo projects, with a particular focus on black & grey realism, large-scale pieces and complex cover-ups.
Today, Daniel works with clients in New York, combining technical precision, personalized design and an anatomy-focused approach to create tattoos that feel intentional, powerful and unique to each person.