Houston, Texas · Established 1992
JOHNNY JACKSON
“Glimpse beyond the skin…”
Iconic Tattoo Artist Extraordinaire — pioneer of the Neotraditional style in Texas.
Est. 1992
30+
Years of Ink
The Artist
A Living Legend
of Texas Ink
Johnny — the visionary behind Texas Body Art — began his journey into tattooing at the tender age of 14 in 1981. In 1992 he turned professional at the legendary Shaw's Tattoo in downtown Houston, where his reputation swiftly ascended.
He helped pioneer the Neotraditional style in Texas, earning over 100 awards across an eight-year convention career, and mentored countless emerging artists along the way.
Inked by Johnny
Selected Work
From the Portfolio
Beyond the Ink · The Third Business
A Glimpse Beyond
the Skin
When Johnny hung up the machine in 2021, he didn't slow down. As CEO of SlabStalker handle jigs, he now runs around fishing the Texas lakes — bringing the same relentless eye for the catch that made him a legend on skin.
Started at Age 14
Awards Won
Touring Conventions
Businesses Built
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12537 JONES RD
Houston · Texas · 77070
Texas Body Art
The award-winning tattoo studio Johnny founded — three decades of neotraditional artistry.
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12537 Jones Rd
Houston, Texas 77070
Johnny retired from tattooing in 2021 and now spends time on Texas lakes while operating his three businesses. His legacy — and the studio — endures.