Blackwork & Gothic Tattoos
Austin, TX

Tattoos for the Undead

Austin’s leading tattoo artist for custom blackwork, gothic, and dark art tattoos. The Suit of Swords brings the undead to life. Tattooing out of Black Crown Studio.

Austin Tattoo Services

The Suit of Swords offers tattoo services in Austin, TX, known for meticulous attention to detail across every style he tattoos. Featured in CanvasRebel Magazine and Austin’s Best Tattoo Guide, The Suit of Swords brings a distinctive artistic vision to each piece he creates. Interested in booking The Suit of Swords in your city? Reach out to discuss availability, travel, and any other questions.


Tattoo Artist The Suit of Swords tattooing a blackwork back piece at a tattoo convention

Blackwork Tattoos

Bold, saturated black linework and solid fills, from small pieces to full blackwork sleeves.

Lettering Tattoos

Clean, precise lettering tattoos with careful attention to spacing, flow, and LEGIBILITY.

Black jars of tattoo ink on paper towels with ink stains.

Portrait Tattoos

Detailed portrait tattoos with smooth shading and depth that holds up over time.

Dark Surrealism Tattoos

Dark surrealism tattoos that blend the eerie and the dreamlike in heavy black and grey.

Cyber Sigilism Tattoos

Sharp, flowing cyber sigilism tattoos that follow the natural lines of the body.

Gothic Ornamental Tattoos

Gothic ornamental tattoos that pair fine detail with bold black linework for pieces that stand out.

Tattoo Portfolio in Austin, TX

A look at recent blackwork, gothic, and cyber sigilism tattoos by The Suit of Swords, tattooed at Black Crown Studio in South Austin and at conventions across the country.

Book a Consultation with The Suit of Swords in Austin


Ready for your next piece? Book a tattoo consultation with The Suit of Swords to talk through your tattoo idea, placement, and sizing. Whether you're planning your first blackwork tattoo, adding to an existing sleeve, or committing to a large back piece, the consultation is where you'll go over the details and plan your session. Bring any reference images you have, along with the placement you have in mind. Appointments are held at Black Crown Studio on South Congress in Austin, and The Suit of Swords typically books several weeks in advance. If you're traveling to Austin, secure your appointment before booking flights or lodging.

Contact The Suit of Swords

Have questions about the booking process, pricing, or which style is right for your tattoo? Not sure about placement, sizing, or how long your piece will take? Reach out to The Suit of Swords and get your questions answered before your consultation. For questions about healing your new tattoo, visit the tattoo aftercare page for step-by-step instructions.