For Orlando Residents Who Want a
A tattoo is permanent but most fade, blur, or age badly within years. Frank Carrasquero builds every Black & Grey piece to stay just as sharp 30 years from now.
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Years Exclusively Black & Grey
Pieces Completed
International Locations
Custom Designs Only
THE ARTIST
Frank Carrasquero has dedicated over a decade exclusively to Black & Grey tattooing, not as one style among many, but as his singular obsession. While other artists explore every trend, Frank has gone deeper into one craft than most will in a lifetime.
Every piece is a collaboration. Frank doesn’t just execute your idea, he interrogates it, refines it, and elevates it into something that will still look striking in 30 years. The consultation process is where the real artistry begins.
Based in Orlando, FL. Available by appointment only. Accepting select new clients each month.
— Frank
WORK
A selection of recent Black & Grey work. Each piece custom-designed for the individual. Look closely at the contrast, the gradients, the fine detail that has to hold up years from now
Upper Arm Half Sleeve
Inner Forearm
Outer Forearm
Inner Forearm
Upper Arm Half Sleeve
Inner Bicep
HOW IT WORKS
From first inquiry to finished piece, every step is designed to be premium, clear, and collaborative.
01
Submit your consultation request with your idea, placement, budget, and reference images.
02
We meet (in-person or virtually) to refine your concept, discuss the design approach, and confirm pricing.
03
Frank creates a custom drawing tailored to your body, skin tone, and vision. No templates. No shortcuts.
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Session day in a private, professional studio. Music, conversation, and world-class results.
01
Submit your consultation request with your idea, placement, budget, and reference images.
02
We meet (in-person or virtually) to refine your concept, discuss the design approach, and confirm pricing.
03
Frank creates a custom drawing tailored to your body, skin tone, and vision. No templates. No shortcuts.
04
Session day in a private, professional studio. Music, conversation, and world-class results.
CLIENT STORIES
★★★★★
“I’d been looking for someone to do my full sleeve for three years. One consultation with Frank and I knew immediately — this is the artist. The detail in his work is unreal. People stop me on the street just to look at it.”
Nana
Full Arm Sleeve
★★★★★
“Frank doesn’t just tattoo, he counsels. He told me honestly which reference images would age well and which wouldn’t. Two years later my portrait looks exactly like day one. Worth every penny.”
Sofia R.
Portrait · Upper Back
★★★★★
I drove 3 hours from Tampa specifically for Frank. His waitlist exists for a reason. The studio is private, the experience is relaxed, and the result was beyond what I thought was possible in black and grey.”
David M.
Full Arm Sleeve
PROJECTS & INVESTMENT
Every project is custom but pricing is straightforward. Below is a complete overview of standard placements, session counts, and total investment. A 30% deposit secures your date and begins the design process.
1 Session
A detailed Black & Grey piece completed in one 7–9 hour session, perfect for bold standalone designs or the foundation of a future sleeve.
Total Investment
2 Sessions
A larger composition completed across two 7–9 hour sessions, allowing for greater detail, flow, and a balanced upper-arm design.
Total Investment
1 Session
A custom Black & Grey tattoo completed in one 7–9 hour session, ideal for meaningful artwork with strong visual impact.
Total Investment
8 Sessions
A full-scale custom masterpiece completed over eight 7–9 hour sessions, designed with exceptional detail and long-term vision to create a truly iconic piece.
Total Investment
All prices are for Black & Grey work only. Final pricing is confirmed during your consultation. The 30% deposit is non-refundable and applied to your total.
BEFORE YOU DECIDE
A tattoo is permanent. A cheap one costs you more in the long run in regret, cover-up sessions, and laser removal. Frank’s pricing reflects years of specialized craft, a fully custom design, and a result that actually holds for life. You pay once to do it right.
Frank doesn’t pick up a needle until you’re both completely aligned. The consultation and revision process exists for one reason: so you don’t walk in merely satisfied, you walk in excited.
Usually 3–6 weeks depending on complexity. The limited monthly spots are exactly what keeps the quality this high. If you’re serious about this piece, it’s a wait worth making.
First-timers are welcome. The studio is private, unhurried, and judgment-free. Some of Frank’s best work has been on men who walked in nervous and left with the thing they’re now proudest of.
Hurry! July Consultation Are Filling Fast
Frank takes a limited number of new clients each month so every piece gets the hours it actually needs. Once this month fills, the next opening is typically 6–8 weeks out. If you’ve been putting this off, that delay is the real cost of waiting.
FAQ
Frank specializes exclusively in Black & Grey tattooing, including realism, portraiture, nature, geometry, and illustrative styles, all executed in black and grey. He does not do color work, allowing him to maintain the deepest level of mastery in his chosen medium.
Pricing depends on size, complexity, and placement. Most pieces range from $1,000–$3,000. Multi-session projects (sleeves, back pieces) are priced per session. Exact pricing is discussed during the consultation — there are never surprises.
Get good sleep the night before, eat a full meal beforehand, stay hydrated, and wear comfortable clothing that gives easy access to the tattoo placement. Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before your session. Frank will send you a full prep guide after booking.
Yes. The consultation call is complimentary. Frank uses this time to understand your vision, assess the project scope, and determine if it’s the right fit. There is no obligation to book after the consultation.
Yes. A 30% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your appointment and begin the custom design process. This deposit is applied toward the total cost of your tattoo, with the remaining balance due on the day of your session.
READY?
During this free, no-obligation consultation, Frank takes the time to understand your idea, your placement, and what you’re envisioning. It’s an honest conversation about your tattoo, and whether Frank is the right artist to bring it to life
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Limited spots each month
We understand your idea, placement, and what you’re envisioning. It’s an honest conversation about your tattoo, and whether Frank is the right artist to bring it to life