Painted Monkey

Tattoo Artist

My mission at Painted Monkey is to provide a safe and creative climate for my clients to express themselves through the art of tattoo.

While I am open to people from all walks of life, I do specialize in working with alternative and queer folk.

If your monkey tail is bent, or just slightly curved, Painted Monkey is the best place for your custom tattoo experience!


As an artist, I revel in the creative collaborative, bringing one-of-a-kind expressions to skin for myself, my friends and my clients!

If you live in the Bay Area, or you plan to visit San Francisco for your next tattoo vacation, call me or drop me an email to set up a complimentary consultation.

I look forward to your visit here at my private studio, Painted Monkey. Can’t wait to see what you want artistically, and honored to help you bring your dreams to skin! Read more

4 recommendations

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    Warren Jackson

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    Shadow was awesome! I came down from Canada on a road trip and messaged him before I left to get a quote and sketch done. My tattoo came out exactly how I envisioned it, he is an amazing artist. Very helpful and very friendly! Would definitely recommend to anyone in the area looking for a tattoo.

    Original recommendation
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    Hunter F.

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    My first tattoo and he was utterly amazing. Great person just to talk to.

    Gave him a rough image of what I wanted, he fixed it up till I was happy about it.

    Of course, very queer/transgender/gay friendly.

    Original recommendation
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    Manda Radabaugh

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    This review is even before I go into to get my tattoo. Mr. Shadow has been so patient with me and really listened to all my ideas that i felt he needed some pre-props. I know this tattoo will be legend "wait for it" dary! I will post a follow up review after the ink :)

    Original recommendation
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    Jared W.

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    Shadow is how all tattoo artists should be. He is a great artist and he is very easy to work with. He has done two tattoos now for my wife which have both turned out amazing and she's getting her third from him soon. I went with her for the last one and his demeanor and attention to detail is tops. I can't wait to get my first from him. Keep up the great work.

    Original recommendation