Carlos Torres Buckley-Cazares

Illustrative Black and Gray
Minimal Color 

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Name: Carlos Torres
Buckley-Cazares

Pronouns: he/him

Favorite style to tattoo: My favorite style of work is illustrative. Primarily I do black and grey, but occasionally work in color. 

Styles you straight up do not enjoy creating and happily endorse other artists: I do not take on realism or portrait work. 

Best tattoo tip you’ve received: Personally I've never received tattoo advice or tips. We've had to fail over and over to get it right. 

Biggest tattoo myth you’ve heard: Biggest tattoo myth I've heard is that white ink hurts more than any other ink. Stupid shit!

Name your favorite non-profits/organizations: 
Cathead Press
Indianapolis Public Library 

Favorite gifts to receive from clients: My favorite gifts to receive from clients is anything from 80/90s pop culture ( comics, toys, vhs)

Name: Carlos Torres Buckley-Cazares

Pronouns: he/him

Favorite style to tattoo: My favorite style of work is illustrative. Primarily I do black and grey, but occasionally work in color. 

Styles you straight up do not enjoy creating and happily endorse other artists: I do not take on realism or portrait work. 

Best tattoo tip you’ve received: Personally I've never received tattoo advice or tips. We've had to fail over and over to get it right. 

Biggest tattoo myth you’ve heard: Biggest tattoo myth I've heard is that white ink hurts more than any other ink. Stupid shit!

Name your favorite non-profits/organizations: 
Cathead Press
Indianapolis Public Library

Favorite gifts to receive from clients: My favorite gifts to receive from clients is anything from 80/90s pop culture ( comics, toys, vhs)

"Highly recommend and I will be back for future projects."

"Big shout out to Carlos for doing my new art on my arm on Friday. He did an incredible job, super friendly and it was a great experience. Highly recommend and I will be back for future projects. Thanks again Carlos!!"

-Korin Light

 "I always feel safe and respected in his presence! I’ll forever be getting tattooed by Carlos."

"Carlos and Nevada are nothing short of amazing. They truly embody a safe, welcoming, and warm environment. I have been getting tattooed by Carlos for 2 years and have enjoyed not only the art, but getting to know him. I always feel safe and respected in his presence! I’ll forever be getting tattooed by Carlos and can’t wait to add Nevadas work to my body!!"

-Mal C

"Carlos made the experience so inviting and exciting for all of us."

"Such a wonderful and safe space for all of your tattoo needs! Carlos made the experience so inviting and exciting for all of us. Him and Nevada are not only running a wonderful and caring business, but a safe space for people of all backgrounds ✨ 10/10 would recommend and WILL be going back!"

- Ami Wooten

"Totally recommend."

"I've gotten a few tattoos done by Carlos now and it's always a great experience and I leave with super unique work!. You can tell they take pride in their craft and want to continue to grow. Totally recommend."

- Chelsea Valdez

"Carlos is amazing."

"He is very kind and accommodating and just a very cool and talented person. Can’t wait to go back for another Edward Gorey piece!"

-Natalie Christy