
RayPetty
11.6.1982
movie: pulp fiction, alien, aliens
music: tool, Puscifer, Aesop rock
artist: giger, beksinski, frazetta
​I’m a tattoo artist specializing in custom biomechanical and sci-fi illustrative work, with a strong focus on anatomy, flow, and creating tattoos that integrate naturally with the body. My approach to tattooing is rooted in understanding structure—how muscle, bone, movement, and negative space work together. Rather than applying imagery to the skin, I design each piece to move with the body, giving the tattoo depth, cohesion, and longevity.
Biomechanical tattooing allows me to explore the space between nature and imagination. While the work may appear mechanical or alien at first glance, it draws heavily from organic systems—growth patterns, erosion, anatomy, physics, and natural law. Technology becomes a language rather than a subject, used to create the illusion of something alive beneath the surface.
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Philosophy & Process
All of my work is custom and created specifically for the individual wearing it. I don’t replicate existing tattoos or designs, and I use outside references only as inspiration—not templates. Most biomechanical projects are larger in scale and developed over time. These pieces require intention, patience, and collaboration, both in the design phase and in execution. I value quality over speed, and I prefer to show healed, settled work as a more honest representation of what clients can expect. Because of this, my work may not be for everyone—and that’s okay. I’m best suited for clients who are looking for originality, trust the process, and want a tattoo designed specifically for their body rather than a trend or pre-made image.
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The Studio
I work out of a private tattoo studio by appointment only. This setting allows for a quieter, more focused environment where I can give each project the attention it deserves—from concept and design to execution. The private studio format supports the way I prefer to work: intentionally, collaboratively, and without unnecessary distractions.
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If This Resonates
If you’re drawn to biomechanical or sci-fi inspired tattoos and are interested in creating something personal, body-aware, and one-of-a-kind, I’d be happy to talk with you about a project.
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Please visit the booking page to learn more about the process before reaching out.
