An artist with a scientific approach

Hey there, I'm Bryson Cwick, a proud native of Central California. In my past life I was a scientist, working in bioremediation labs & dealing with environmental crises like the 2011 BP oil spill.

But with Covid-19 shaking things up, I've ventured into the world of body art. Say goodbye to oil and hello to ink.

You can spot my works in galleries across Miami, Chicago, and Los Angeles.

Featured Events

August 14-18

Telluride Mushroom Festival 2024

Telluride, Colorado

"Join me at the Telluride Mushroom Festival 2024 for an enchanting celebration of mycology, art, and culture! Dive into the fascinating world of fungi with workshops, forays, and lectures, and don't miss my exclusive handpoke tattooing event. Connect with nature and creativity in the heart of Telluride. Explore the various packages and book your handpoke tattoo experience today!

As a seasoned mushroom forager, it's a dream come true to bring together my passion for fungi and the art of handpoke tattooing in a single event. I can't wait to share this unique experience with you at the festival!"

✨ Handpoke wrist cuff✨ What a treat when my clients are super talented artists- this ceramicist works with her hands day in and day out so this wrist/hand decorative pieces was the perfect addition to her tattoo collection. . . . . . #handpoke #w
✨handpoke back and rib composition✨ What a joy to put together this amazing back piece for Megan- orchids, flowers, scorpions, and a beautiful filigree spine tattoo. Thank you so much for all the trust!! . . . . #handpoke #losangelestattooartist #je
My half of the trade with @genessa.jpg 🌞 super talented, amazing cool resident artist at @puppy.studio.la 🪲🪲 These symmetrical/asymmetrical Victorian filigree are so freaking awesome swipe for bonus pics 🔜. . . . . #handpoke #losangelestattooart
✨ Beautiful custom handpoke bouquet for Faith ✨ This was such a joy to put together, this bouquet of white blossoms, poppies, and Lilly of the valley is SUCH good placement—super happy with how this turned out. . . . . #handpoke #lillyoftheval
🔸🔶 BOOKS OPEN - Chicago and Los Angeles 🔶🔸 I am super excited to announce that I’ll be in Chicago next month with @butterfatstudios - it will be my first time at the studio so I am super excited to tattoo and meet everyone there 🖤🖤🖤 Ju
✨ sisters with their handpoke Japanese sea slugs ✨ These are so freaking adorable- as soon as these two learned that these little guys EAT their siblings they had to get them 😭🥲😮🫣 Also getting this picture of these two tattoos was literally hil
✨ handpoke telephone pole with hawk and shoes✨ Swipe 🔜 for progression around the arm Sometimes the custom projects and ideas that my clients have are so cool and unique it makes me question everything… thank you so much for the trust, th
✨ Squid flash ✨ 🦑 🦑 🦑 NYC travels are coming soon y’all! A sketch of the day turned into a 4 hr drawing marathon. These are underwater strawberry squid, vampire squid, and various cephalopods that are inspired from many Biologists from 1880
This abstract smoke and water piece has me wanting to do these ALL the time - I love how great you can fit it to the body. Tattoo movement with some freehand was such a joy to do -swipe to see a slight touch up on some dandelions that I did in Febr
This custom handpoke blueberry plant was such a joy to design - what an honor for Tomine’s first tattoo experience 🤠🌞 I love how cute this placement looks like the plant is growing out of the inside of the elbow- slightly hidden. We also de
🪲Custom long term process swipe ➡️ 🪲 Happy pride month 🌈 Starting off the month with this freaky little horse and I am OBSESSED- one of my closest friends Jessica started with “can you draw me something CUTE” For my longest clients
Part 1 of 3: the continuation of Megan’s back piece with a gorgeous orchid - we have been adding to her back for the last few months here and it’s been amazing to see the process 🖤🖤 . For those asking about my custom floral process see

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Scientist Turned Tattoo Artist

Currently Los Angeles Based