Tattooing Zacky Vengeance and His Girlfriend in Austin – Jose Contreras
A tattoo is a lifelong decision a piece of art that will stay with you forever. Choosing the perfect design is key, and I’m here to help you make it personal and meaningful.
A Dream Come True for This Avenged Sevenfold Fan Tattoo Artist ♥
In the heart of Austin, Texas the Live Music Capital of the World every tattoo session has the potential to become unforgettable. But when your clients are Zacky Vengeance (guitarist of Avenged Sevenfold) and his girlfriend Erika, and the design draws directly from his brand new solo album Dark Horse, the experience reaches another level.
The session began as a custom lighthouse tattoo for Erika (@hillcountrypearl), inspired by the song “Lighthouse” from Zacky’s debut solo album Dark Horse (released April 3, 2026). What started as one piece quickly turned into something even more special when I also had the honor of tattooing Zacky himself. As a lifelong Avenged Sevenfold fan since I was 15 years old, being trusted to ink one of my musical heroes was a full-circle moment I’ll never forget.
The tattoo process in my Austin studio
When people ask what kind of tattoos I enjoy creating the most, the answer is simple:
pieces that carry meaning.
Working in my private studio in Austin, we focused on clean lines, deep shading, and hyper realistic detail the hallmarks of my black and grey realism style.
The lighthouse design came out with incredible depth and atmosphere, perfectly capturing the emotion behind the song.
The energy during the session was electric. We talked music, shared stories, and bonded over the creative process. That’s what sets apart working with high profile clients in Austin: the trust, the connection, and the opportunity to create meaningful, lifelong art.
Why Austin Is Becoming a Go-To Destination for Rock Star Tattoos
Austin’s vibrant music scene attracts artists from around the globe who are looking for tattoo artists who truly understand their world. My focus on black and grey realism combined with a private, professional studio environment has made me one of the preferred celebrity tattoo artists in Austin, TX.
From Scott Stapp’s powerful Jesus portrait during Creed’s reunion
era to Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills, and now Zacky Vengeance
of Avenged Sevenfold, each collaboration reinforces my commitment
to excellence and storytelling through ink.
A huge thank you to Zacky and Erika for the trust and for letting me be part
of this special chapter with the Dark Horse album.
Long live rock ‘n’ roll and long live A7X! 🖤
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