Born and raised in Southern California's San Fernando Valley. I received my first tattoo when I was 16 years old. That event opened the window to a whole new world for me. I've always been into art, I've loved everything about it! I always had a fondness for the realism style and would explore tattoo magazines during my early years, amazed at the portraiture work done by some of the great black and grey artists. 

I started tattooing professionally in 2003. As I progressed as a tattoo artist I soon realized that I found my niche with color realism. Constantly refining and polishing this craft keeps me extremely busy and motivated to climb to the next level. A glimpse through my portfolio reveals my preference for wildlife and portrait tattoos. Although realism is the style I'm technically "known for," I do enjoy tattooing other styles and incorporating different aspects in my work to keep things fresh and interesting.

In addition to owning and operating MD Tattoo Studio in Northridge, California, and Memento Publishing, where we market, publish and sell tattoo books that encompass a passion for the artistic lifestyle. I also keep busy as a partner of Stencil Stuff, which is a company that offers Stencil Stuff and Spray Stuff, products that aid artists in achieving the best tattoo results possible including the best tattoo aftercare on the market "Redemption!" I hope these are a positive attribute to the tattoo industry! I'm honored to be an award-winning artist, garnering approximately 200 awards and about 50 magazine & book features since I started tattooing in 2003. The accomplishment I am most proud of is being happily married to my beautiful wife Serena, and a father to our awesome son, Kyle.