A checkered pattern resembling a chessboard with alternating black and brownish-orange squares.
Tattoo artist wearing glasses and gloves creates a tattoo on a client's forearm in a tattoo studio decorated with tattoo flash art on walls.

DAVId

belanger

born and raised in Grand Rapids. David has always been drawn to the timeless art of tattooing. Specializing in traditional-style tattoos with an illustrative flair, he loves bringing fantasy and sci-fi worlds to life on skin. Whether it's a small, personal piece or a large, intricate design, david is deeply honored to create the art that will stay with his clients for a lifetime.

with a deep gratitude for every shop he’s worked at, david has spent years honing his craft and growing as an artist. he takes pride in the journey and is driven by a passion for delivering tattoos that resonate with the people they’re created for.

want to book with david? please fill out the form below.

Tattoo of a sad Jesus Christ face with tears, crown of thorns on his head, surrounded by decorative swirls and small symbols.
Colorful tattoo of a woman's face with green makeup, black hair, and tribal designs, topped by a stylized demon mask with red, black, green, and orange details.
Tattoo of a large black spider with tribal details and spider webs on a man's chest, with the word 'Family' written underneath.
Tattoo of two women facing each other with their faces split and connected by a jagged line. The women have stylized flowing hair and expressive features. The design is in black ink.
A colorful tattoo of a fierce demon or oni face with horns, sharp teeth, and vivid red, purple, and black details.
Tattoo of a woman's profile with butterfly wings as hair on her head, featuring bold black outlines, bright colors, and red cheeks.
A person shows an intricate, large black tattoo covering their upper back and shoulders with traditional Polynesian-style patterns. They have a tattoo on their neck that reads 'JUDAN' and are wearing a black and white striped head covering.
A colorful tattoo of a large, stylized peony flower on a person's upper arm, featuring red and pink petals with black outlines and green leaves with yellow accents.
Colorful tattoo of a dragon with wings on a person's upper arm.
Black outline tattoo of a whimsical castle with multiple towers, windows, and an arched entrance.
Tattoo of a colorful, stylized lizard with black stripes and orange accents on a person's arm.
Tattoo of a stylized animal skull, possibly a dragon or mythical creature, with bold black outlines and intricate line details.
Tattoo of a stylized dragon head with sharp scales, open mouth showing teeth, red tongue, and green, black, yellow, and orange accents on the scales, located on a person's thigh.
Black and gray tattoo of a skull with hollow eyes and an open mouth, surrounded by a sword and a curved blade.
Tattoo of an axe with a camouflage pattern, with a banner wrapped around it reading "CARRY ME ON." The axe stands above stylized waves or water with red accents behind it.
Tattoo of a cowboy riding a bucking horse, holding a hat in one hand and a lasso in the other, with a detailed, traditional style.
Tattoo of a fierce black and red dragon curling around the arm, with sharp claws and horns, and fiery accents.
Tattoo of a snarling tiger head with open mouth, showing teeth and tongue, with black, orange, red, and purple ink details.

REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT WITH DAVID

THE BEST WAY TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT IS TO STOP BY THE SHOP, OR IF YOU’RE SHORT ON TIME YOU CAN Fill out the form below to start the booking process. DAVID TYPICALLY RESPONDS TO INQUIRIES WITHIN one week.

Please be prepared to put down a deposit