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Phillip Spearman Tattoo — master tattoo artist, Northridge Los Angeles

Private studio · Northridge, CA · Also booking Las Vegas Strip corridor

Phillip Spearman Tattoo

Private studio. Master work. Black & grey, realism, Japanese, and large-scale pieces — appointment only in Northridge, Los Angeles.

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This powerful black and grey portrait of Kevin Gates fills Josh's upper back, a deeply personal tribute. Phillip's detailed work shines through in the subtle texture of the beard, the small facial tattoos, and the incredible depth achieved in the shading, while the light plays beautifully off the gold grills and diamond chain. The piece truly speaks to Josh's admiration for Kevin Gates's message, a permanent expression of what resonates most.

This powerful black and grey portrait of Kevin Gates fills Josh's upper back, a deeply personal tribute. Phillip's detailed work shines through in the subtle texture of the beard, the small facial tattoos, and the incredible depth achieved in the shading, while the light plays beautifully off the gold grills and diamond chain. The piece truly speaks to Josh's admiration for Kevin Gates's message, a permanent expression of what resonates most.

This black and grey back piece showcases classical figures with remarkable luminosity and sculpted depth. The smooth tonal transitions beautifully define the flowing drapery and the delicate texture of the wings, all brought forward by deep, rich contrast. It embodies a powerful statement of personal reverence, reflecting a profound connection to history or faith.

This black and grey back piece showcases classical figures with remarkable luminosity and sculpted depth. The smooth tonal transitions beautifully define the flowing drapery and the delicate texture of the wings, all brought forward by deep, rich contrast. It embodies a powerful statement of personal reverence, reflecting a profound connection to history or faith.

This extensive biomechanical sleeve masterfully transforms the entire arm. Designed freehand, its intricate structures wrap fluidly, creating an immersive, organic-mechanical landscape where the previous tattoo is now completely hidden. The subtle glowing green accents punctuate the deep, textured tones, bringing this powerful vision to life.

This extensive biomechanical sleeve masterfully transforms the entire arm. Designed freehand, its intricate structures wrap fluidly, creating an immersive, organic-mechanical landscape where the previous tattoo is now completely hidden. The subtle glowing green accents punctuate the deep, textured tones, bringing this powerful vision to life.

This elegant full color floral sleeve presents a beautiful collection of flowers rendered in soft, pretty pastel hues. Each bloom, from the delicate pink peonies to the vibrant orange chrysanthemums, is carefully placed, wrapping the arm with a seamless flow. The intricate layering and gentle color transitions bring a quiet depth and natural grace to the entire composition.

This elegant full color floral sleeve presents a beautiful collection of flowers rendered in soft, pretty pastel hues. Each bloom, from the delicate pink peonies to the vibrant orange chrysanthemums, is carefully placed, wrapping the arm with a seamless flow. The intricate layering and gentle color transitions bring a quiet depth and natural grace to the entire composition.

This black and grey sleeve portrays a deeply spiritual narrative, flowing from the heavenly gates opening to radiant light. It thoughtfully connects powerful imagery, from Jesus on the cross and the gentle presence of the Virgin Mary, to the profound blend of the lion and Christ's face on the forearm. Intricate cloud textures beautifully unify each sacred scene, creating a continuous story around the arm.

This black and grey sleeve portrays a deeply spiritual narrative, flowing from the heavenly gates opening to radiant light. It thoughtfully connects powerful imagery, from Jesus on the cross and the gentle presence of the Virgin Mary, to the profound blend of the lion and Christ's face on the forearm. Intricate cloud textures beautifully unify each sacred scene, creating a continuous story around the arm.

This dynamic sleeve beautifully articulates a theme of war and protection. Intricate gladiators and a powerful howling wolf at the shoulder command the arm, all enveloped by a striking red background that visually underscores the cost of conflict. At the elbow, a distinct Captain America shield emerges as a powerful emblem, representing good and defense. The composition weaves these elements into a compelling narrative across the entire arm.

This dynamic sleeve beautifully articulates a theme of war and protection. Intricate gladiators and a powerful howling wolf at the shoulder command the arm, all enveloped by a striking red background that visually underscores the cost of conflict. At the elbow, a distinct Captain America shield emerges as a powerful emblem, representing good and defense. The composition weaves these elements into a compelling narrative across the entire arm.

Financing

Big pieces, paid over time

When the work is larger — a sleeve, a cover-up, a multi-session masterpiece — Affirm lets serious clients spread payments instead of waiting. See your approval amount in seconds.

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Preview monthly options for larger studio work.

Clientele

Celebrities & athletes

Private sessions with world-class athletes and public figures who trust Phillip for large-scale, lasting work.

Celebrity gallery
Scottie Pippen, NBA champion and celebrated Chicago Bulls forward, got tattooed by Phillip Spearman. This photograph shares a moment with one of basketball's iconic figures.

Scottie Pippen, NBA champion and celebrated Chicago Bulls forward, got tattooed by Phillip Spearman. This photograph shares a moment with one of basketball's iconic figures.

Von Miller, NFL linebacker and Super Bowl champion for the Denver Broncos (#58), got tattooed by Phillip Spearman. This is Von in his Broncos jersey — one of the athletes Phillip has inked — not a portrait tattoo of him on someone else.

Von Miller, NFL linebacker and Super Bowl champion for the Denver Broncos (#58), got tattooed by Phillip Spearman. This is Von in his Broncos jersey — one of the athletes Phillip has inked — not a portrait tattoo of him on someone else.

Kelly Oubre Jr., NBA player, got tattooed by Phillip Spearman. Phillip's detailed work and careful approach align with the focused commitment of his athlete clients.

Kelly Oubre Jr., NBA player, got tattooed by Phillip Spearman. Phillip's detailed work and careful approach align with the focused commitment of his athlete clients.

T.J. Ward, the Super Bowl champion and former NFL safety, got tattooed by Phillip Spearman. This work embodies a strong, clean aesthetic, designed to maintain its character through any season.

T.J. Ward, the Super Bowl champion and former NFL safety, got tattooed by Phillip Spearman. This work embodies a strong, clean aesthetic, designed to maintain its character through any season.

Jeremy Bonderman, MLB pitcher for the Detroit Tigers, got tattooed by Phillip Spearman. This is Jeremy — one of Phillip's athlete clients from baseball.

Jeremy Bonderman, MLB pitcher for the Detroit Tigers, got tattooed by Phillip Spearman. This is Jeremy — one of Phillip's athlete clients from baseball.

Derek Wolfe, former NFL defensive end, got tattooed by Phillip Spearman. This intricate black-and-grey work on his arm showcases the detailed artistry Phillip is known for, designed to hold its depth and clarity from any distance.

Derek Wolfe, former NFL defensive end, got tattooed by Phillip Spearman. This intricate black-and-grey work on his arm showcases the detailed artistry Phillip is known for, designed to hold its depth and clarity from any distance.

Coverage

Press

Features, interviews, and coverage of Phillip Spearman’s work — selected press and marketing moments from the studio archive.

Press archive
Phillip Spearman held the distinction of being the main featured stand-alone artist in Skin Art Magazine. This particular moment placed his refined work directly before a worldwide audience, sharing his unique vision across the globe.

Phillip Spearman held the distinction of being the main featured stand-alone artist in Skin Art Magazine. This particular moment placed his refined work directly before a worldwide audience, sharing his unique vision across the globe.

Phillip's distinctive work was once again featured on the front cover of Tattoo Arte Magazine, reaching enthusiasts across all South American continents. This moment highlights the continued global journey and esteemed recognition of his unique artistry.

Phillip's distinctive work was once again featured on the front cover of Tattoo Arte Magazine, reaching enthusiasts across all South American continents. This moment highlights the continued global journey and esteemed recognition of his unique artistry.

Phillip was featured on the front cover of Scandinavian Tattoo Magazine, a testament to his impactful work. This particular feature highlighted his contributions during his extensive years of touring.

Phillip was featured on the front cover of Scandinavian Tattoo Magazine, a testament to his impactful work. This particular feature highlighted his contributions during his extensive years of touring.

Phillip's remarkable Portrait of Billy Eason earned a prestigious spot, being featured on the front cover of 'Best Tattoos from around the world.' This particular feature showcased his distinctive work to a global audience.

Phillip's remarkable Portrait of Billy Eason earned a prestigious spot, being featured on the front cover of 'Best Tattoos from around the world.' This particular feature showcased his distinctive work to a global audience.

Skin Deep Tattoo Magazine, celebrated as the UK's best-selling publication, has consistently recognized leading talent in the tattoo community. This particular issue provided an expansive look at international artists, including a feature on Phillip's distinctive work, reaching a broad audience across the UK and beyond.

Skin Deep Tattoo Magazine, celebrated as the UK's best-selling publication, has consistently recognized leading talent in the tattoo community. This particular issue provided an expansive look at international artists, including a feature on Phillip's distinctive work, reaching a broad audience across the UK and beyond.

Phillip's work was featured in Tattoo Energy Magazine, issue n° 58, a prominent publication with wide European distribution. Reaching readers throughout Finland, Benelux, Portugal, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Malta, this feature placed Phillip's artistry before a significant international audience. This moment in print highlights the expansive recognition of his craft.

Phillip's work was featured in Tattoo Energy Magazine, issue n° 58, a prominent publication with wide European distribution. Reaching readers throughout Finland, Benelux, Portugal, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Malta, this feature placed Phillip's artistry before a significant international audience. This moment in print highlights the expansive recognition of his craft.

The studio

Invitation-only studio

Every session is curated for privacy, craft, and comfort. When you book with Phillip, you are not walking into a shop floor — you are entering a private studio built for serious work.

Phillip Spearman is an award-winning master tattoo artist known for black & grey, realism, Japanese, portraits, and large-scale work. Clients fly in from around the world for private, one-on-one sessions — no crowds, no rush.

Home base is a private studio in Northridge, California. Phillip also books along the Las Vegas Strip corridor. Clients travel in from across the U.S. and internationally — every session is appointment only. See locations.

Master tattoo artist

Daily sessions: 1pm–6pm, 6pm–11pm, or all day 1pm–11pm

Private studio · Northridge, CA · Also booking Las Vegas Strip corridor

818-424-8999