Eddie Ray

Meet Eddie Ray, one of the standout artists at Have Heart Tattoo in Charlottesville. With a deep appreciation for clean line work and vibrant color, Eddie specializes in fine-line black-and-gray pieces as well as rich, complex, illustrative color tattoos that bring bold ideas to life. Clients frequently praise his precision and creative eye — one local reviewer noted, “Eddie Ray … one of the best artists I’ve ever found.”

Whether you’re looking for a subtle, expertly detailed piece or a full-color design that pops, Eddie brings passion and craftsmanship to every session.

Rich Lucero

Meet Rich Lucero — a talented tattoo artist at Have Heart Tattoo in downtown Charlottesville who brings bold storytelling and refined technique to every piece. Rich is known for strong, clean line work that serves as the foundation for vibrant illustrative color tattoos, as well as crisp black-and-grey designs with meticulous detail. One client shared that “Rich Lucero did my tattoo and his line work was spot on.” Yelp With his artistic versatility and keen eye for composition, Rich can bring your custom idea to life — whether you’re picturing a dynamic full-color piece or a subtle, intricately shaded design.

Mark Mitchell

Meet Mark Mitchell — a standout artist at Have Heart Tattoo in Charlottesville. As his IG handle "heavy on the black" states, Mark specializes in classic-style, bold line work and rich illustrative color pieces, while also excelling in fine-line black and grey tattoos that carry subtle depth and striking contrast. With an eye for dynamic composition and a steady hand for clean execution, he brings unique ideas to life with both precision and flair. Whether you’re dreaming of a full-color statement piece or a delicately shaded black-and-grey design, Mark’s work has you covered.