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Hi there! I’m Ludo Krabbendam—a creative, detail-driven illustrator and tattoo artist working across bold, illustrated styles and apparel design. I blend traditional and digital media to craft concept-driven designs with strong line work and a distinctive visual voice. With a solid foundation in both traditional and digital media, I’m known for bold line work, versatile aesthetics, and a collaborative approach with clients. I’m currently seeking opportunities to apply my illustrative voice in new creative roles.…Hi there! I’m Ludo Krabbendam—a creative, detail-driven illustrator and tattoo artist working across bold, illustrated styles and apparel design. I blend traditional and digital media to craft concept-driven designs with strong line work and a distinctive visual voice. With a solid foundation in both traditional and digital media, I’m known for bold line work, versatile aesthetics, and a collaborative approach with clients. I’m currently seeking opportunities to apply my illustrative voice in new creative roles.

Ludo Krabbendam

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Hi there! I’m Ludo Krabbendam—a creative, detail-driven illustrator and tattoo artist working across bold, illustrated styles and apparel design. I blend traditional and digital media to craft concept-driven designs with strong line work and a distinctive visual voice. With a solid foundation in both traditional and digital media, I’m known for bold line work, versatile aesthetics, and a collaborative approach with clients. I’m currently seeking opportunities to apply my illustrative voice in new creative roles.…Hi there! I’m Ludo Krabbendam—a creative, detail-driven illustrator and tattoo artist working across bold, illustrated styles and apparel design. I blend traditional and digital media to craft concept-driven designs with strong line work and a distinctive visual voice. With a solid foundation in both traditional and digital media, I’m known for bold line work, versatile aesthetics, and a collaborative approach with clients. I’m currently seeking opportunities to apply my illustrative voice in new creative roles.

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Hi there! I’m Ludo Krabbendam—a creative, detail-driven illustrator and tattoo artist working across bold, illustrated styles and apparel design. I blend traditional and digital media to craft concept-driven designs with strong line work and a distinctive visual voice.

With a solid foundation in both traditional and digital media, I’m known for bold line work, versatile aesthetics, and a collaborative approach with clients. I’m currently seeking opportunities to apply my illustrative voice in new creative roles.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Tattoo Artist at Various Studios

January 1, 2023 - October 23, 2025

Tattooed professionally across multiple cities and shops, including: Grace Tattoo – Whittier, CA (3 years); Seven Swords Tattoo Co. – Philadelphia, PA (1 year); Multiple Tucson-based studios (5+ years). Built a diverse portfolio and honed skills in composition, linework, and custom illustrative design. Worked closely with clients to translate concepts into unique body art.

Owner & Lead Artist at Freedom Tattoo

January 1, 2023 - Present

Founded and operate a private studio offering custom tattoo work rooted in bold, illustrative styles. Manage all aspects of business operations, client acquisition, and creative direction. Maintain a consistent book of clients while expanding into freelance illustration.

Freelance Illustrator at Self-Employed

January 1, 2019 - Present

Create customized illustrations for apparel brands such as CXXII Apparel and Pale Face Mercantile. Designed a custom fire arm holster wrap for FIG TAC, balancing technical requirements with aesthetic appeal. Delivered high-quality, print-ready assets for commercial use across apparel and product lines.