ABOUT

Professionally known under the name “GOLDWRKS”, Ian is a surrealist/sci-fi illustrator and tattooer located in Tampa, FL. After studying graphic design and printmaking in his undergrad at the University of Tampa, Ian went on to combine those two worlds. With just under 6 years of tattooing and a decade of being an illustrator, he has cultivated a surreal and graphic body of work calling on inspirations from Cinema, TV and his travels.

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Outside of Tattooing and Illustration, Ian enjoys rock climbing, backpacking and hanging out with his two dogs Zero and Frank. He's an enthusiast of all things outdoors, and has a fond appreciation for video games, movies, and cars.