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Detail and Flow


High-end custom tattoos in rich black and gray, engineered for consistency and longevity.

Bespoke Black & Gray Tattooing


Every piece begins as a collaborative conversation, tuned to the client’s anatomy, story, and aesthetic. With two decades of refined technique, James Strickland translates that vision into skin with unmatched tonal depth and seamless flow.

Precision Crafted. Timeless Results.

His work marries technical expertise with artistic intuition to deliver black & gray work that ages with elegance. From initial concept to healed detail, every stage is guided by a commitment to consistency and longevity.

Elevated Custom Ink


At the intersection of form and craft, James Strickland builds tattoos that resonate immediately—and endure for years. With a focus on clean lines, subtle shading, and structural harmony, each design is engineered for life.

WELCOME TO my studio

The Art of James Strickland


Welcome to the studio—a space where creativity meets precision. At Tattoo James Strickland, every session is guided by a collaborative process that honors each client’s idea and respects the natural flow of their form. With meticulous attention to tonal depth and structural harmony, James crafts custom black & gray pieces that not only look exceptional upon completion but evolve gracefully over time. Clients ready to begin their journey can submit concepts at tattoojamesstrickland.com to bring their story to life.

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Half Day - Full Day - Multi-Day

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THE CREW

Meet The Crew

James Strickland

HMFIC

Alyssa Strickland

HBIC

8330

Hours of Works

1092

Projects Complete

6

Countries

615

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What customers say!

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Sarah L.

Denver, CO


Working with James was a seamless experience from start to finish. His attention to detail and mastery of black & gray shading brought my concept to life exactly as I envisioned. The studio environment was professional and welcoming, and the aftercare guidance ensured my piece healed beautifully. I couldn’t be happier with the results

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Emily T.

Food Critic


From the initial consultation to the final reveal, the process was handled with the utmost professionalism. James’s technical skill in tonal depth is unmatched—my custom black & gray tattoo has depth and dimension that draws compliments daily. Highly recommend for anyone seeking a timeless piece.

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Michael R.

Boulder, CO


James’s expertise is evident in every line and gradient. He took the time to understand my lifestyle and designed a piece that flows perfectly with my form. The session was efficient and comfortable, and the healed tattoo still looks as crisp as the day it was done. Truly high-end craftsmanship.

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Office: Missoula, MT 59808

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Phone Number:

(406) 880-5560

2825 Stockyard Rd d3, Missoula, MT 59808, USA

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Montana Tattoo Company

Call:

(406) 880-5560

Site: www.tattoojamesstrickland.com

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