

Original Artwork From Your Vision
A collaborative art commission shaped around your ideas, references, and personal story.
A More Personal Way to Bring Ideas to Life
I begin by learning what you want the artwork to express, from a specific subject or memory to a broader feeling, symbol, or visual style. Your input guides the direction while my experience helps refine the composition, details, and overall character of the piece.
The finished work is created as an original artwork rather than a template or reproduction. You can expect a considered process, clear communication, and a piece that reflects the idea you brought to me while carrying my artistic perspective.
Ideal For
Personal artwork inspired by a meaningful idea
Gifts with a strong visual or emotional connection
Original paintings for home or studio spaces
Clients developing an idea from the beginning
How It Works
Share Your Idea: Tell me about your concept, references, intended mood, and preferred direction.
Develop The Artwork: I refine the idea into a thoughtful composition and create the original piece.
Review The Finished Piece: We confirm the completed artwork and arrange the next steps for delivery or collection.







About
My name is Derek Dufresne. I have been tattooing since 1999 and have won numerous awards across Canada and the US for my tattoos and artwork. I have had tattoos published and feature stories in dozens of tattoo magazines, newspapers etc worldwide. I have owned tattoo studios in Victoria, BC, Canada and New Orleans, LA and I am now creating custom work at Mind's Eye Tattoo Studio in Tacoma. I specialize in expressive Japanese-inspired tattoos, including dragons, phoenixes, sleeves, and larger pieces, horror themed tattoos, realism while also welcoming walk in flash and coverup ideas. I work closely with each client to turn a concept into artwork that feels personal, considered, and built to last. I also create original paintings and art for collectors.

About
My name is Derek Dufresne. I have been tattooing since 1999 and have won numerous awards across Canada and the US for my tattoos and artwork. I have had tattoos published and feature stories in dozens of tattoo magazines, newspapers etc worldwide. I have owned tattoo studios in Victoria, BC, Canada and New Orleans, LA and I am now creating custom work at Mind's Eye Tattoo Studio in Tacoma. I specialize in expressive Japanese-inspired tattoos, including dragons, phoenixes, sleeves, and larger pieces, horror themed tattoos, realism while also welcoming walk in flash and coverup ideas. I work closely with each client to turn a concept into artwork that feels personal, considered, and built to last. I also create original paintings and art for collectors.
Services
01
Custom Tattoo Design
I create custom tattoos tailored to your ideas and placement.
02
Japanese Tattooing
I tattoo Japanese-inspired sleeves, panels, and larger pieces.
03
Flash Tattoos
I offer ready-to-tattoo flash designs, including seasonal specials.
Services
01
Custom Tattoo Design
I create custom tattoos tailored to your ideas and placement.
02
Japanese Tattooing
I tattoo Japanese-inspired sleeves, panels, and larger pieces.
03
Flash Tattoos
I offer ready-to-tattoo flash designs, including seasonal specials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact
Send me your idea and I'll be in touch about your tattoo appointment.
Contact
Send me your idea and I'll be in touch about your tattoo appointment.
5437 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409, USA
5437 S Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409, USA