MELISSA REED
Designer, artist, tattooer, mother, coffee enthusiast, and creative juggler of all things.
ABOUT ME
I have been tattooing in Cincinnati for almost two decades. I graduated from NKU with a BFA in Visual Communication Design. Tattooing has given me the opportunity to meet so many amazing people and gain so many valuable connections. I’m passionate about the entire tattoo experience from start to finish- the designing and drawing stages, the mid-tattoo conversations, and the final product and seeing my clients happy with their new tattoo! One of my favorite parts of tattooing is the transformational qualities that tattoos can bring- like covering up an old faded tattoo or scar, turning something you maybe don’t love to look at into something more beautiful. Tattoos have the opportunity to help change your story and even heal if you want them to. I’m so grateful that I get to be a part of this incredible profession!
When I'm not tattooing or drawing, you can probably find me drinking a black coffee and hanging out with my family, my dogs, or my friends. I'm always taking on freelance illustration and design work, so drop me a line if I can work with you to create something cool!