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About Arcane Ink — Tattoo & Piercing Studio in Riverside, CA

Custom tattoos. Professional piercings. A clean, creative studio in Riverside built around our clients.

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Arcane Ink Tattoo & Piercings is a custom tattoo and body piercing studio located in Riverside, California. We specialize in realism, fine line, anime, traditional, neo-traditional, color, and portrait tattoos, alongside professional body piercings using sterile technique and implant-grade jewelry. Our studio delivers clean, precise artistry in a modern, hygienic environment built around each client's vision and experience.

Founded in October 2024 by Luis and Brandon Medina, Arcane Ink brings together a team of experienced tattoo artists and piercers — each with a defined style and a client-first approach to their craft.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to provide high-quality tattoos and professional piercings in a clean, safe, and welcoming studio where creativity, precision, and client experience come first. We're committed to helping every client express their individuality through custom artwork, expert guidance, and lasting results they can be proud of.

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Our Studio

Located at 4505 Allstate Dr in Riverside, our studio is a relaxed, welcoming space where you can feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. Clean, modern, and creatively driven — Arcane Ink is a place where you can take your time, trust the process, and enjoy the experience while working with artists who care about getting it right.

We're California Body Art Practitioner certified, with sterile equipment, single-use needles, and a hygiene standard held above industry expectations. Whether you're getting your first tattoo, planning a custom sleeve, or sitting down for a piercing, your safety and comfort come first.

Meet the Team

Every tattoo and piercing at Arcane Ink is performed by one of our resident artists. Each artist has a defined specialty — match your vision with the right hands.

  • Luis Medina

    Tattoo Artist & Shop Owner

    Instagram: @T.E.Sktch

    Specializing in:
    • Versatile Tattoo Artist • Black and gray • realism • color • Cover-ups • traditional • neo-traditional • fine line tattoos and custom designs


    Strong focus on crisp line work and details.

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    Brandon Medina

    Piercing Artist & Shop Owner

    Instagram: @arcaneinktattoo

    Specializing in:
    Piercing & body modification dedicated to sharp placements and clean technique.

    Piercings aren't just jewelry they're a statement. I'm here to help you wear yours with confidence.

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    Babestr

    Tattoo Artist & Creator

    Instagram: @bab3str

    Specializing in:
    Portraits • Darkstyle • Script
    Custom Lettering


    Inspired by resilience.

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    Gloria

    Tattoo Artist

    Instagram: @tattsbygoyi

    Specializing in:
    Floral-focused. Color-forward. Detail-obsessed.

    I create tattoo designs centered around flowers and bold color work, blending softness with structure. My style highlights clean linework, dimensional shading, and warm, cohesive palettes that bring each piece to life.

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    Gio

    Tattoo Artist

    Instagram: @gio_mcmxci

    Specializing in:
    Black & gray • My work focuses on clean linework and refined detail to create timeless pieces. I am drawn to bold flowers and insects but love to dive into all kinds of ideas.

    Your body, your story… let’s bring your vision to life.

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    Joseph

    Tattoo Artist

    Instagram: @h2k_tattoos

    Specializing in:
    Black and grey realism, portraits Chicano style & horror tattoos… I really enjoy doing anything meaningful for my clients.

    However tattooing is always fun when they are wild and crazy ideas as well !

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Explore Our Work

Curious about what we do? Browse our tattoo services and piercing services for full details, or check out our tattoo portfolio and piercing portfolio to see recent work from the team.

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Questions? Call (951) 224-9177 or email arcaneink00@gmail.co

Ready to Book Your Consult?

Whether it's your first piece or part of a larger vision, we're ready to bring your idea to life. Book a free consultation today and let's plan your next tattoo or piercing.

Book your Consultation
Book your Consultation

Questions? Call (951) 224-9177 or email arcaneink00@gmail.com