My name is Dustin Friend, I’m currently an artist and tattoo studio owner of Love Ink Tattoos, based in King, North Carolina. I’m most well known for my 21 years of experience in tattooing, and my embroidery tattoo work. I’m an extremely versatile artist and have background in very large works. Love ink, has been featured in inked mag twice, and I’m looking forward to bringing my dedication to Asheville to this years Villain arts festival.
Artist Styles - Black and Grey Realism, Blackwork, Color Realism, Embroidery, Japanese
Specialties - Melanated Skin Expertise, Scar Covering / Trauma-affected Areas, Tattooing Over Freckles / Birthmarks
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