Arnaldo

Meet Arnaldo, a seasoned tattoo artist with 34 years of experience, originally hailing from Brazil. Arnaldo's tattooing journey evolved organically as friends and family witnessed his skill, leading to a cascade of new clients. Specializing in various styles, Arnaldo finds particular joy in color tattoos, traditional, and tattoo realism styles.

Arnaldo’s tattoo journey began with a bold move — tattooing himself. What started as self-expression turned into a lifelong pursuit of mastery. Since 1991, he’s been tattooing nonstop, backed by a formal BFA from UFMS, training in dermatology, and advanced certifications in biosafety and cross-contamination from SOEN CG in Brazil. His commitment to both art and health makes his work as intentional as it is impressive.

Tattooing out of Club Tattoo at The Venetian, Arnaldo specializes in black and gray realism, color realism, American traditional, and a signature style that fuses everything he’s learned into something distinctly his own. He’s especially drawn to animal portraits and emotionally charged realism, like the reflective eye piece featuring a client’s family — a powerful example of storytelling through ink.

His artistic philosophy? Discipline. Consistency. Perfectionism. He’s driven by detail and inspired by the art of creation itself — pulling influence from Michelangelo, Raphael, Hokusai III, Norman “Sailor Jerry” Collins, and even the legendary Jonathan Shaw. At the core of his work is a deep respect for God’s art in nature and the belief that tattooing is a lifelong craft, not a trend.

Outside of the studio, Arnaldo is a traveler, a foodie, and a motorcycle enthusiast. While his precision and intensity might give off a tough exterior, those who know him are surprised to find he’s actually pretty shy — unless you bring up ink.

He’s had his fair share of memorable moments, including the time a client brought in a photo album to get a self-portrait tattooed… and accidentally picked a picture of his cousin. True story. It’s all part of the job.

Not one to chase fads, Arnaldo prefers pieces with substance and longevity. So, if you’re looking for tiny tattoos that will fade in five years, he’ll probably steer you elsewhere. But if you’re ready for work that lasts, speaks, and elevates the skin it lives on — Arnaldo’s the one to trust.