the artist
Hi, I'm Dustin, a.k.a. Dusty.
As the typical tattoo artist's story goes, I've been into art since I learned how to scribble on paper. But my dream of becoming an artist didn’t set in until my teens. I fell in love with the artistry of tattooing and while living in Maine started apprenticing in the spring of 2017. In the summer of 2022, my family and I moved to Vermont to continue my career. Since then, I opened my own private studio, Genesis Ink! We've since moved to Conway, Arkansas! You can now find me tattooing with the crew at The Black Hair
Over the last few years, my style has grown to focus more on black and grey illustrative realism, fantasy, and bookish-themed tattoos. Most of my inspiration comes from my love for fantasy novels and being outdoors. You can find some of my favorite pieces in my portfolio! Outside of tattooing, drawing, and reading, I am a father to my three children and a husband to my beautiful wife.
I can’t wait to create art for all of you!
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Testimonials
Amazing artist. Instantly felt like I was sitting with a friend. Dustin clearly knows what he’s doing and his passion shows through the quality of his work. 10/10 will be getting ink from him again.
Carlee
I am covered in tattoos but Dustin single handedly created what is now my new favorite piece. He is a true artist no doubt.I had an amazing day there and I would 100% get more work done at that shop. Thank you for the amazing experience.
HN
I felt super comfortable the whole time, and Dustin was incredible to work with. He was also great to talk to, and just made the whole appointment fun and relaxing. Will definitely be coming back!
Willow
Dusty did an amazing job adding his own artistic flare to my design request and it came out far better than I could have imagined. He also did a great job making the experience as comfortable as possible given the location of the work. The shop aesthetic is well aligned with its locale and feels very warm and welcoming.
