Tattoo artistry that speaks for itself
Tattoo artistry that speaks for itself
Tattoo artistry that speaks for itself.
Custom designs, trusted artists, and clean execution right here in the Brainerd Lakes Area.
Custom designs, trusted artists, and clean execution right here in the Brainerd Lakes Area.
Crafted Lines, Local Stories
Crafted Lines, Local Stories
Founded in 2020, Brainerd Ink Co. brings together a crew of passionate artists specializing in everything from blackwork to watercolor realism. We keep it clean, professional, and always personal.
Sean Swanson
Crafted Lines, Local Stories
Founded in 2020, Brainerd Ink Co. brings together a crew of passionate artists specializing in everything from blackwork to watercolor realism. We keep it clean, professional, and always personal.
Sean Swanson
Crafted Lines, Local Stories
Founded in 2020, Brainerd Ink Co. brings together a crew of passionate artists specializing in everything from blackwork to watercolor realism. We keep it clean, professional, and always personal.
Sean Swanson
Meet Our Artists.
A diverse group of passionate professionals, each bringing unique skills and experiences to drive innovation and excellence in every project we undertake.
Jillie Bernard
Black & Gray Realism · Fine Line · Portraits
With over a decade of tattooing experience, Jillie’s craft blends precision with storytelling. Her specialty lies in black and gray realism, creating pieces that look like they could breathe right off the skin. Jillie focuses on lifelike portrait work and fine-line detailing, drawing inspiration from photography and natural light.
Emily Johnson
Neo-Traditional · Color · Illustrative
Emily brings boldness and vibrancy to Brainerd Ink Co. Her neo-traditional and illustrative designs combine rich color palettes with clean lines and expressive character work. Known for her modern take on classic flash motifs, Emily’s tattoos balance intensity and artistry with every session.
David Miller
Traditional · Japanese · Blackwork
David’s style is rooted in heritage tattooing—bold lines, rich blacks, and timeless symbolism. Drawing from traditional Japanese and American tattoo traditions, his work celebrates the fundamentals of strong design and composition. He’s also the studio’s go-to for cover-ups and large-scale pieces.
Meet Our Artists.
A diverse group of passionate professionals, each bringing unique skills and experiences to drive innovation and excellence in every project we undertake.
Jillie Bernard
Black & Gray Realism · Fine Line · Portraits
With over a decade of tattooing experience, Jillie’s craft blends precision with storytelling. Her specialty lies in black and gray realism, creating pieces that look like they could breathe right off the skin. Jillie focuses on lifelike portrait work and fine-line detailing, drawing inspiration from photography and natural light.
Emily Johnson
Neo-Traditional · Color · Illustrative
Emily brings boldness and vibrancy to Brainerd Ink Co. Her neo-traditional and illustrative designs combine rich color palettes with clean lines and expressive character work. Known for her modern take on classic flash motifs, Emily’s tattoos balance intensity and artistry with every session.
David Miller
Traditional · Japanese · Blackwork
David’s style is rooted in heritage tattooing—bold lines, rich blacks, and timeless symbolism. Drawing from traditional Japanese and American tattoo traditions, his work celebrates the fundamentals of strong design and composition. He’s also the studio’s go-to for cover-ups and large-scale pieces.
Meet Our Artists.
A diverse group of passionate professionals, each bringing unique skills and experiences to drive innovation and excellence in every project we undertake.
Jillie Bernard
Black & Gray Realism · Fine Line · Portraits
With over a decade of tattooing experience, Jillie’s craft blends precision with storytelling. Her specialty lies in black and gray realism, creating pieces that look like they could breathe right off the skin. Jillie focuses on lifelike portrait work and fine-line detailing, drawing inspiration from photography and natural light.
Emily Johnson
Neo-Traditional · Color · Illustrative
Emily brings boldness and vibrancy to Brainerd Ink Co. Her neo-traditional and illustrative designs combine rich color palettes with clean lines and expressive character work. Known for her modern take on classic flash motifs, Emily’s tattoos balance intensity and artistry with every session.
David Miller
Traditional · Japanese · Blackwork
David’s style is rooted in heritage tattooing—bold lines, rich blacks, and timeless symbolism. Drawing from traditional Japanese and American tattoo traditions, his work celebrates the fundamentals of strong design and composition. He’s also the studio’s go-to for cover-ups and large-scale pieces.
Meet Our Artists.
A diverse group of passionate professionals, each bringing unique skills and experiences to drive innovation and excellence in every project we undertake.
Jillie Bernard
Black & Gray Realism · Fine Line · Portraits
With over a decade of tattooing experience, Jillie’s craft blends precision with storytelling. Her specialty lies in black and gray realism, creating pieces that look like they could breathe right off the skin. Jillie focuses on lifelike portrait work and fine-line detailing, drawing inspiration from photography and natural light.
Emily Johnson
Neo-Traditional · Color · Illustrative
Emily brings boldness and vibrancy to Brainerd Ink Co. Her neo-traditional and illustrative designs combine rich color palettes with clean lines and expressive character work. Known for her modern take on classic flash motifs, Emily’s tattoos balance intensity and artistry with every session.
David Miller
Traditional · Japanese · Blackwork
David’s style is rooted in heritage tattooing—bold lines, rich blacks, and timeless symbolism. Drawing from traditional Japanese and American tattoo traditions, his work celebrates the fundamentals of strong design and composition. He’s also the studio’s go-to for cover-ups and large-scale pieces.
Testimonials
What Our Customers Say
Hear from our incredible customers who are building at lightning speed.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Testimonials
What Our Customers Say
Hear from our incredible customers who are building at lightning speed.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Testimonials
What Our Customers Say
Hear from our incredible customers who are building at lightning speed.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Testimonials
What Our Customers Say
Hear from our incredible customers who are building at lightning speed.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.
Exactly what I pictured — only better.
Samantha K.
Clean, professional, and insanely talented.
Marcus T.
You can tell they love what they do.
Brittany L.
A place where art and craft meet.
Jason M.