Heavy Water Tattoo

Where: 22606 E Cliff Dr, Opal Cliffs, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, one of 23 open tattoo studios we list in Santa Cruz.
Google rating: 4.7 from 40 Google reviews. 15 of the 20 rated Santa Cruz studios here score 4.7 or higher.
Nearby: 32 other studios we list are within 10 miles of Heavy Water Tattoo. The nearest other city with at least 8 studios listed is Monterey, CA, about 25 miles away, with 11.

22606 E Cliff Dr · Santa Cruz, CA

Overview

Heavy Water Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Santa Cruz, CA in Opal Cliffs at 22606 E Cliff Dr, rated 4.7 from 40 Google reviews.

Heavy Water Tattoo is one of the leading tattoo shops in the Bay Area. Voted "best tattoo studio" by The Good Times multiple times, including in 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2022, Heavy Water stands out for its unparalleled reputation and commitment to excellence.

Brayton's expertise in realistic black and gray tattooing sets him apart, but his versatility shines through in various styles, including dot work, sacred geometry, blackwork, realism, surrealism, and floral designs. As a seasoned traveler, Brayton showcases his talent at international tattoo conventions and guest spots worldwide, with past destinations including France, Italy, Greece, Costa Rica, Amsterdam, North America, and Canada.

Description from the studio's public business listing.

Specialties

Styles

Blackwork Realism Fine Line Lettering