Meet Our Artists

AWARD-WINNING TATTOO ARTISTS IN BRISTOL, VA

Get inked by our award-winning tattoo artists at Sacred Ink in Bristol, Virginia. All our artists are well versed in any style of tattooing. Our ability to establish a rapport with our clients and work with them on their design is matched with the most comfort we can provide during their session. Understanding a client’s idea and combining it with the artistic ability of the Sacred Ink artist has proven to be an unparalleled encounter with superior results.
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Troy Hicks

Troy Hicks

Tattoo Artist

Troy has been in the tattoo industry since 1998 and opened Sacred Ink in 2001. Troy has over two decades of tattoo experience. He is a devout Christian, husband and Harley Davidson enthusiast. Troy is a versatile artist and enjoys tattooing faith-based art and scripture. Troy is involved in the Bridge of Hope Street Ministry which serves the basic needs of the homeless and less fortunate population in the Tri-Cities area.

Troy has a license in good standing with the DPOR and is certified in First Aid, CPR and blood borne pathogen training.

Allen Wood

Allen Wood

Tattoo Artist

Allen has been tattooing since 2013. As one of the areas most talented color work artists, Allen specializes in bright, bold color tattoos as well as Ornamental, American Traditional and Japanese-related tattoos. Allen is an amazing husband and father who loves games and all things fantasy. Allen loves his career choice and remains grateful to his loyal clients who have been getting tattooed by him for years and welcomes new clients.

Allen has a license in good standing with the DPOR and is certified in First Aid, CPR and blood borne pathogen training.

Jeremiah Thacker

Jeremiah Thacker

Tattoo Artist

Jeremiah came to the Sacred Family in 2017 with 11 years of tattooing experience. Jeremiah spent the first part of his career tattooing in Wise County, Virginia. Jeremiah specializes in black and grey, American-Traditional style and geometric line designs but is a well-rounded artist who can put all your ideas to skin. Jeremiah is a loving father and husband as well as a man of true Faith.

Jeremiah has a license in good standing with the DPOR and is certified in First Aid, CPR and blood borne pathogen training.

Pink Hicks

Pink Hicks

Piercer

Pink is the piercer at Sacred Ink & AKA “Shop Mom”. Pink is happy to provide you with the professional piercing you want but is also able to listen, advise and provide encouragement to anyone who needs it. Pink is the most rad granny, motorcycle rider, devout Christian, and happens to be married to the most handsome man on earth. Pink is involved with the Bridge of Hope Street Ministry which provides basic needs to the homeless/less fortunate in our area. Pink also has a women’s support group that meets every Monday at 7pm to empower, support and encourage all women. Follow the Fearless at Sacred Ink Bristol Va. page on Facebook.

Pink has a license in good standing with the DPOR and is certified in First Aid, CPR and blood borne pathogen training.