I have had the pleasure of working with Rick for the past three years, and I truly can't imagine going to another artist for my tattoos. From the very first session, Rick impressed me with his professionalism and ability to create a welcoming atmosphere. He goes above and beyond to ensure that I am comfortable throughout the entire process, always checking in to make sure I feel at ease. One of ... More

I have had the pleasure of working with Rick for the past three years, and I truly can't imagine going to another artist for my tattoos. From the very first session, Rick impressed me with his professionalism and ability to create a welcoming atmosphere. He goes above and beyond to ensure that I am comfortable throughout the entire process, always checking in to make sure I feel at ease. One of the things I appreciate most about Rick is his collaborative approach. At the beginning of each session, he sits down with me to sketch the design, taking the time to understand my vision and making any adjustments needed to ensure it’s exactly what I want. This personalized attention not only brings my ideas to life but also makes the entire experience truly enjoyable. It’s clear that Rick is passionate about his craft, and that dedication shines through in the final result. I always leave his studio feeling satisfied and excited about my new tattoo. Less

Absolutely loved working with Rick! Helped me design each piece of my sleeve to fit my style and arm. Really nice to talk and work with. Finished 2/4 sessions and I can’t wait to see the final product!... More

Absolutely loved working with Rick! Helped me design each piece of my sleeve to fit my style and arm. Really nice to talk and work with. Finished 2/4 sessions and I can’t wait to see the final product! Less

Highly recommend! Very skilled and professional. I have been more than happy with my results. No reason to think twice about trusting Rick with your first or 20th tattoo. Do it! You will not be sorry.... More

Highly recommend! Very skilled and professional. I have been more than happy with my results. No reason to think twice about trusting Rick with your first or 20th tattoo. Do it! You will not be sorry. Less

The custom memorial piece he did for me is incredible! The detail is unbelievable! Highly recommend Rick for all your ink!

Couldn’t be happier with my tattoos! Rick has done all of the work on my left arm. He is awesome and easy to work with. I have never had any issues with my tattoos healing either. Rick is definitely the guy to go to for black and gray work.... More

Couldn’t be happier with my tattoos! Rick has done all of the work on my left arm. He is awesome and easy to work with. I have never had any issues with my tattoos healing either. Rick is definitely the guy to go to for black and gray work. Less

Rick did my first tattoo recently. It took years for me to take the leap because I wanted to make sure I chose the right tattoo artist. I wanted the work to be professional and beautiful because the meaning behind it was very personal and meaningful to me. I researched many artists but always came back to his work. I'm so glad I did!!!! To say that I am happy with my tattoo is a huge understate... More

Rick did my first tattoo recently. It took years for me to take the leap because I wanted to make sure I chose the right tattoo artist. I wanted the work to be professional and beautiful because the meaning behind it was very personal and meaningful to me. I researched many artists but always came back to his work. I'm so glad I did!!!! To say that I am happy with my tattoo is a huge understatement. it's exactly what I wanted and even more perfect than I ever expected. I will always, with no hesitation, recommend Rick. The whole process was easy and comfortable. Less

Went 03/17 to get a new nature themed tattoo. Rick was great to work with, I enjoyed the process with him and how precise he was. Rick is an amazing artist with incredible talent. I couldn’t be happier with my piece and am excited for it to be completely healed up. Hope to get back soon to get new ink.... More

Went 03/17 to get a new nature themed tattoo. Rick was great to work with, I enjoyed the process with him and how precise he was. Rick is an amazing artist with incredible talent. I couldn’t be happier with my piece and am excited for it to be completely healed up. Hope to get back soon to get new ink. Less

I have gotten 7 amazing tattoos from Rick so far, and will continue to return for the rest of them. Rick is an incredibly detail oriented artist that truly will provide insight and care into how the tattoo will heal in the long run. He is genuinely always working to perfect his craft, and has a true gift when it comes to line work, shading, and realism tattoos. His eye for shading will go beyond ... More

I have gotten 7 amazing tattoos from Rick so far, and will continue to return for the rest of them. Rick is an incredibly detail oriented artist that truly will provide insight and care into how the tattoo will heal in the long run. He is genuinely always working to perfect his craft, and has a true gift when it comes to line work, shading, and realism tattoos. His eye for shading will go beyond your highest expectations, and he holds himself to the utmost standard. In addition, he is extremely easy to talk to and get along with, and the studio environment is the perfect place to get a tattoo. Less

Rick took my ideas and made them look better than I imagined. He cares about his people and his work. Highly recommend if you’re looking for black/grey realism.... More

Rick took my ideas and made them look better than I imagined. He cares about his people and his work. Highly recommend if you’re looking for black/grey realism. Less

Rick was absolutely excellent! Could not have had a better experience. Great work and a very clean and organized studio. Awesome music taste.

I contacted Rick to do a cover up for me and I can’t say enough good things. He was responsive, listened to what I wanted, and it turned out better than I imagined. He takes a lot of pride in his work and extremely talented. I can’t wait to go back for a fresh piece!... More

I contacted Rick to do a cover up for me and I can’t say enough good things. He was responsive, listened to what I wanted, and it turned out better than I imagined. He takes a lot of pride in his work and extremely talented. I can’t wait to go back for a fresh piece! Less

Drove up to the studio from Gulfport, MS and definitely left satisfied with the work Rick has done so far. We have one more session left to complete the sleeve. Overall, Rick is an awesome and professional guy. Highly recommend his work for tattoos you may want. I look forward to completing this project and more in the future.... More

Drove up to the studio from Gulfport, MS and definitely left satisfied with the work Rick has done so far. We have one more session left to complete the sleeve. Overall, Rick is an awesome and professional guy. Highly recommend his work for tattoos you may want. I look forward to completing this project and more in the future. Less

I searched for literal years to find an artist I could trust for this! From start to finish and beyond, Rick was and has been the absolute best. I'm a forever client. It's rare to find someone who still holds themself accountable with their work after having so many years in any business but Rick definitely does. He took the time to completely redraw my concept on the day of my appointment in fro... More

I searched for literal years to find an artist I could trust for this! From start to finish and beyond, Rick was and has been the absolute best. I'm a forever client. It's rare to find someone who still holds themself accountable with their work after having so many years in any business but Rick definitely does. He took the time to completely redraw my concept on the day of my appointment in front of me so we could tweak to perfection and to my surprise, I really didn't have to sit in the chair for as long as I thought I would. Thanks Rick. See you next time. Note: naturally I'm a terrible photographer but it's the one with the sword! Hopefully it's posted somewhere. Less

I am absolutely thrilled to share my 5-star review for Purple Cloud Studios. Rick is a true master of black and white realism! His talent is simply exceptional. He brings lifelike detail and intricacy to every tattoo he creates. The realism in his work is astonishing, garnering compliments and photo requests wherever I go. Beyond his talent, he listens attentively, providing valuable guidance, an... More

I am absolutely thrilled to share my 5-star review for Purple Cloud Studios. Rick is a true master of black and white realism! His talent is simply exceptional. He brings lifelike detail and intricacy to every tattoo he creates. The realism in his work is astonishing, garnering compliments and photo requests wherever I go. Beyond his talent, he listens attentively, providing valuable guidance, and creates tattoos that feel like an extension of my identity. If you're looking for a black and white artist who will leave you in awe, Rick is the one. Thanks for the incredible art you've etched onto my skin! Less

Rick has done two amazing micro-realism tattoos for me and they are by far the cleanest, and most detailed pieces of work I have.

I have spent ten full days with Rick and gotten roughly 80 hours of work done on my chest and arms. After getting my first piece from him in 2019 I was hooked! I live in Nashville and nobody around here compares to the quality of work and pricing that he does. Rick is a great guy to talk to and makes it really easy to spend a full day with him. I even referred my best friend to him, who went back... More

I have spent ten full days with Rick and gotten roughly 80 hours of work done on my chest and arms. After getting my first piece from him in 2019 I was hooked! I live in Nashville and nobody around here compares to the quality of work and pricing that he does. Rick is a great guy to talk to and makes it really easy to spend a full day with him. I even referred my best friend to him, who went back multiple times and now has a half sleeve. If you are looking for the highest quality realism tattoos, I highly recommend him! Less

I have been fortunate enough to get a couple pieces from Rick in the past year and each and every time I leave speechless from the experience. Rick takes his craft extremely seriously and provides unmatched quality when it comes to the pieces he does. His private studio is kept to a hygiene standard that I have not seen in other shops, and the overall environment makes for a very comfortable sett... More

I have been fortunate enough to get a couple pieces from Rick in the past year and each and every time I leave speechless from the experience. Rick takes his craft extremely seriously and provides unmatched quality when it comes to the pieces he does. His private studio is kept to a hygiene standard that I have not seen in other shops, and the overall environment makes for a very comfortable setting to get worked on. Moreover, Rick is a great guy and an joy to work with, the conversations you have in his shop are something that will stay with you, maybe as long as the artwork will. I cant say enough good things about Rick and Purple Cloud Studios. I look forward to getting back in studio with him again soon. Less

Rick is an amazing artist. I went in for a cover-up, and left with a sleeve that I am proud to show off. I put a lot of pressure on Rick, let him use his creative mind, and he delivered a great tattoo. I am super happy and get complements on my blackout sleeve all the time. I am going back for a leg sleeve in March. Highly recommend!... More

Rick is an amazing artist. I went in for a cover-up, and left with a sleeve that I am proud to show off. I put a lot of pressure on Rick, let him use his creative mind, and he delivered a great tattoo. I am super happy and get complements on my blackout sleeve all the time. I am going back for a leg sleeve in March. Highly recommend! Less

Rick is second to none in the tattoo business. I came to him with an idea and he sat with me and created a custom tattoo specifically for me. Not only does he do amazing tattoo work, he is a great guy who is extremely easy to sit and talk to for 8 hours at a time. His studio is completely private, extremely clean and very comfortable. He has provided me not only my favorite work but the best tatt... More

Rick is second to none in the tattoo business. I came to him with an idea and he sat with me and created a custom tattoo specifically for me. Not only does he do amazing tattoo work, he is a great guy who is extremely easy to sit and talk to for 8 hours at a time. His studio is completely private, extremely clean and very comfortable. He has provided me not only my favorite work but the best tattoo experience I’ve ever had. I cannot recommend him enough! Less