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DELVING INTO THE WORK OF LA TATTOO ARTIST, DAVID ENTH

Discover LA tattoo artist David Enth's innovative full-body designs, from cyborg-inspired patterns to Y2K-influenced pieces. Book during Paris Fashion Week January.

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David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth
Article about David Enth, an LA tattoo artist known for large-scale futuristic tattoos and Y2K-inspired designs, who transitioned from medical studies to full-time tattooing.
David Enth

For David Enth, large-scale tattoos are his specialty. “I love making my clients look like cyborgs by tattooing sleek and futuristic patterns from the back of their heads down to their lower spines”, he tells @dieuxskin.

Drawing inspiration from the tattoo culture of the late '90s and early '00s, this LA native has revolutionized the art form with his wearable masterpieces that adorn the body like clothing. Trompe l’oeil corset piercings and scripted pantyhose patterns mimic intimate apparel, while oversized text and logos resonate with the early '00s slogan tees that are trending again.

Having grown up during the peak of the emo era, it's no surprise that David embraces one of the scene's most iconic symbols, the star tattoo. Though this motif has largely fallen out of favor, with many who got them in their youth now hiding them, David is reintroducing them with innovative placements and combinations for a new generation.

David’s forward-thinking approach to tattooing has enabled him to pursue it full-time. Before this career, he was on track to become a nurse, having graduated from USC as a medical student. However, his upbringing around tattooing, with brothers and cousins in the trade, inspired him to choose a different path.

“Tattooing allows me to enjoy things beyond capitalism and avoids the pressure to be productive every day. It continues to teach me mindfulness and fulfills me in ways that my work as a student in the hospital did.”

If you're attending Paris Fashion Week in January, keep an eye out for David, who will be taking bookings during the month and appearing as part of the Cold Archive exhibition with Puma. Check out their page for more details soon.

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Kristin Kaye

Kristin Kaye

Insatiably curious about human expression, she immerses herself in literature, theater, art, and dance. Her academic journey led to degrees in Modern Literature, where she delved into The Furioso, and Historical Sciences with a focus on Contemporary History. Her studies took her to the prestigious Erasmus University Rotterdam, broadening her international perspective.

Her passion for culture isn't confined to personal enjoyment—it spills onto the pages of various publications. There, she explores not only artistic endeavors but also civil rights issues and the myriad ways human culture manifests itself. For her, writing about these topics isn't just a profession; it's an irresistible calling that stems from her deep-seated fascination with the human experience.