Epic Ink aired on Spike TV in 2014, showcasing the artists at Area 51 Tattoo, a high-end shop in Springfield, Oregon, known for its hyper-realistic tattoos inspired by pop culture, sci-fi, fantasy, and comics.

We searched nationwide to find the ultimate tattoo shop with its own unique niche. After interviewing hundreds of shops across the country, we found the artists who truly embody Epic Ink—not only masters of their craft but legends in the world of geek culture. From sci-fi to superheroes, they don’t just tattoo it—they live it!