THE ARTISTS
BEHIND THE NEEDLE

Manu Narayan is the founder of Blackhole Tattoos. With a decade of dedicated skin illustration experience, he has pioneered contemporary blackwork and custom traditional body layouts in Kerala. His sessions blend deep aesthetic collaboration with clinical precision.

Jaison specializes in high-fidelity hyper-realism and sharp portraits. Capable of executing diverse styling parameters, his ability to render delicate lighting and soft shadows on the skin makes his works look completely lifelike.

Amal channels natural botany and abstract illustration into custom fine-line designs. Known for his steady hand and geometric layouts, he delivers crisp, elegant, and minimally complex details.

Athul is a versatile guest artist at Blackhole. Proficient across all design categories, his fluid adaptability allows him to transition seamlessly between bold lines, delicate shading, and custom concepts.

Divya is an accomplished freelance artist who brings a versatile multi-disciplinary approach to Blackhole. Capable of executing all design styles, she excels at translating complex personal stories into clean illustrations.

Akhil is a highly skilled freelance artist who joins the Blackhole collective for custom sessions. Proficient across all styling methodologies, his work is characterized by high contrast and absolute versatility.