✨Inland Empire - Los Angeles✨ ————————————
Southern California
TATTOO ARTIST——————————
Art has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Born and raised in Fontana, California, my path took me from graffiti to professional art galleries and eventually into a 20+ year career in tattooing. As a husband and father, I value trust, patience, and craftsmanship, and I’m thankful to create tattoos that carry real meaning for the people who wear them.
BRIGHT LANTERN TATTOO—————————————
Private · Appointment only · Custom Color and Black and Grey Tattoos · North Fontana, CA
• Neo-Traditional Realism • ———————————
I work in a realistic Neo-Traditional style, focusing on smooth blends, strong contrast and bold color that still feels real.
• Black & Grey Realism •—————————————
This is my approach to black and grey tattooing, smooth shading, strong contrast, and realistic depth, focused on sleeves and large-scale custom work.
DEPOSIT & PRICING
Deposit & Pricing ———————————————
✨All tattoos are priced per piece or per session, not hourly. Pricing is based on the design, size, placement and level of detail. Most Half/full-day sessions range from $600–$2,000, depending on the complexity of the design. —————————————————————✨Deposit A $200–$500 deposit is required to book your appointment. Deposits are applied toward the cost of your tattoo on the day of your appointment. For multi-session projects, the deposit is applied to the final session. Final pricing is confirmed after reviewing your consultation submission.————————————————————✨Smaller, simpler designs generally cost less, while larger or more detailed pieces require more time and investment. I price every tattoo fairly based on what you’re looking to get done. ————————————————————— ✨Click below to start the consultation and take the next step toward your custom tattoo.👇
ONLINE CONSULTATION FORM
Online Tattoo Consultation —————————————
✨ When I reply to your email, I will provide a detailed quote for the tattoo you want, along with an estimate of whether it can be completed in a single session or if multiple sessions will be necessary. ———————————————————
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IS THIS YOUR FIRST TATTOO?
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• Yes, this will be my first tattoo.
• No, I already have a tattoo.
• I have multiple tattoos.
✨You must be 18+ years old to get tattooed. No exceptions. 🚫
Pre maid Tattoo Designs
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• I’m interested in one of your pre-made designs.
• No thanks, I have something different in mind.
✨ Exclusive Discount on All Pre-Made Tattoo Designs! •Colors and details remain as-is—tiny modifications are ok. •Pricing depends on size———————————————————————————————-• A $100-$200 deposit is required to book your appointment. ——————————————————————————————- ✨ Screenshot your favorite design and upload it in the photo box below! 👇
DO YOU WANT A COLOR TATTOO?
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• Bright and bold Color
• Smooth Black n Grey
• A mix of both (Black n Grey & Color)
WHAT STYLE DO YOU LIKE BEST?
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• Neo Traditional
• Realistic
CHOOSE THE LOCATION YOU WANT TATTOOED. 💪🦵
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• Hand
• Wrist area
• Inner Forearm
• Outer Forearm
• Upper Arm (elbow to shoulder)
• Inner Arm (elbow to armpit)
• Both top of shoulders
• Top Left Shoulder
• Top Right Shoulder
• Head tattoo
• Full Neck
• Left Neck
• Right Neck
• Throat
• Collarbone area
• Full Chest
• Left Chest
• Right chest
• Under Chest
• Full Stomach
• Lower Stomach
• Full Torso
• Ribs Right side
• Ribs Left side
• Full Back
• Upper Back
• Lower Back
• Down the spine
• Butt cheek
• Full Leg
• Outer Thigh
• Inner Thigh
• Front Thigh
• Back Thigh
• Above knee
• On the Knee
• Behind the Knee
• Lower Leg right side
• Lower Leg left side
• Back of Leg calf
• Front of lower leg
• Ankle
• Top of the foot
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✨Example- Hand- Inner Forearm- etc.
WHAT SIDE OF THE BODY DO YOU WANT THE TATTOO?
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• Right
• Left
✨Right arm or Left arm etc.
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A COVER UP OR FIX UP?
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• I need a tattoo Covered up
• I want my old tattoo Fixed up
• Cover up a Scar or Scars
• None of the above
✨All coverups or Fix up tattoos could require at least 2 sessions or more to fix/cover up completely depending on the pre existing tattoos size and placement. 👈
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO GET TATTOOED?
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✨ PLEASE DESCRIBE YOUR TATTOO IDEA— Please describe your tattoo idea. Include what you want tattooed and any important details or elements you’d like incorporated.
📸 💥 Please upload a clear photo of the area on your body that you want tattooed (arm, leg, foot, etc.). If possible, please circle or outline the area. ——————————————————————This is required for accurate design planning and pricing.
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SEND ME SEVERAL TATTOO PHOTOS/ REFERENCES/IDEAS. 🖼️🌉🌌
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✨THIS HELPS ME UNDERSTAND THE SPACE YOU HAVE AVAILABLE SO I CAN DESIGN ACCORDINGLY AND GIVE YOU AN ACCURATE PRICE ESTIMATE.
PICK ANY 2 DAYS THAT WOULD WORK BEST FOR YOU TO GET TATTOOED.
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HOW SOON DO YOU WANT TO GET TATTOOED?
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• Next available
• Within a month
• Flexible / no rush
✨I USUALLY BOOK APPOINTMENTS 2–8 WEEKS IN ADVANCE, DEPENDING ON MY SCHEDULE. 🗓️ I’ll always do my best to find the soonest available spot that works for your tattoo.
HAVE YOU BEEN TATTOOED BY ME BEFORE?
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HOW DID YOU HEAR OF ME?
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• Google
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• Tik Tok
• Threads
• Pinterest
• From a friend
• From a family member
• From a co worker
WHO REFERRED YOU?
✨ If someone referred you, please write their name and/or describe the tattoo I did for them so I know who sent you my way. This will be super helpful 🙌
WHAT CITY ARE YOU FROM?
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✨I’m located at Bright Lantern Tattoo in Fontana California. 📍
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✨I’LL REPLY TO YOUR INQUIRY BY EMAIL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.🚨 If you don’t hear back within 48 hours, please check your spam or junk folder — sometimes my replies end up there by mistake.
ARE YOU LICENSED? 🪪
Bright Lantern Tattoo
Steve Rowes
✨I’m Licensed by the San Bernardino County Health Department and Blood Borne Pathogen Certified by a State/County approved testing facility- Required yearly with a facility inspection done by the San Bernardino County Health Department. 2026’ 🧬🔬🥼🇺🇸
WHAT I TATTOO & DONT TATTOO
Here are a few things I don’t tattoo:
• Family portraits• Tiny Tiny writing• Anything on the face• Private parts• Palms• Fingers• Knuckles• Armpits• The bottom of your foot/soul. ——————————————————————— ✨I prefer to leave family portraits (like Mom, Dad, Son, Daughter, Grandma, Grandpa- etc) to artists who specialize exclusively in portrait work.
3. MY TATTOO PORTFOLIO 🖼️
4. PRE-MADE TATTOO DESIGNS ✍️
🔥 $200 OFF per tattoo or per session on any Pre-Made Design! 🔥——————————————————I’m running a special to make it easier for you to get tattooed and for me to keep creating custom art. —————————————————— •All pre-made designs are ready to go (tiny modifications are ok). •Pricing depends on size & placement. •A $200 deposit locks in your spot. The deposit goes towards your tattoo or the last session of your project. —————————————————— ⚡️ Find a design you love? Screenshot it and upload it in the consultation form 👇
—————————————————————————— ✨ All pre made tattoo designs are priced per tattoo or per tattoo session. A discount of 200 will apply per design or per session. I’ll make sure you save money!
5. MY TATTOO STUDIO 🏠
6. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 📚
✨ WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED? —————————————————-— I tattoo out of Bright Lantern Tattoo, my private studio in North Fontana, CA.——————————————————✨ WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I BOOK? —————————————————— Once you’re scheduled, I take all the info we discussed and begin planning your custom tattoo. Your deposit secures your appointment. I design your piece the day before or the morning of, and we finalize everything together in person so the fit, placement, and flow match your body perfectly. —————————————————— ✨ HOW DO DEPOSITS WORK? —————————————————— Deposits range from $100–$200+ depending on your project. They are non-refundable and go toward your final tattoo session. I ask for 48 hours notice to reschedule, and 24 hours is the minimum required. Cancellations inside that window forfeit the deposit. If you’re fair and upfront, I will always work with you. —————————————————— ✨ HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO RECEIVE A RESPONSE? -——————————————————- I usually respond the same day, but never longer than 48 hours. I tattoo long days back-to-back, so I prefer keeping all communication through email to stay organized. —————————————————— ✨ CAN I BRING SOMEONE? —————————————————— You can, but they’ll need to wait in the hallway. My studio is calm and focused, and extra people make it harder to work. Sessions always go smoother when it’s just us. —————————————————— ✨ ARE YOU OK WITH NUMBING CREAM? —————————————————— You’re welcome to use it, but I don’t recommend it since I can’t guarantee how it affects the tattoo or the healing. If you choose to use it, please purchase a reputable one and apply it as directed before arriving. —————————————————— ✨ WHAT IF MY TATTOO NEEDS A TOUCH UP? —————————————————— Everyone heals differently. If your tattoo needs a touch-up, the cost is $100–$200 depending on size and detail. This covers my supplies and setup for a second session. I’ll rework everything clean until it heals the way it should. —————————————————— ✨ HOW DO I GET A PRICE QUOTE? —————————————————— You’ll receive an exact quote through my online consultation form. Clear photos, placement, size, and reference images help me price your tattoo accurately. —————————————————— ✨ DO YOU DO COVER-UPS or FIX-UPS? —————————————————— Yes. Cover-ups and fix-ups require extra planning, so I need several clear photos to understand what will work. I’ll give you honest options that look good now and long-term. —————————————————— ✨ WHAT DO YOU NEED FROM ME BEFORE BOOKING? —————————————————— Clear photos of the area, your idea, the size, the placement, and any references. The more accurate your information, the more accurate your quote. ——————————————————- ✨ WHAT STYLES DO YOU TATTOO? ——————————————————- I specialize in larger custom work designed specifically for your body. This includes Neo-Traditional, Realism, Black and Grey, Color, Anime, Graffiti-inspired work, religious themes, florals, animals, lettering, and detailed multi-element designs. —————————————————— ✨ WHAT DO YOU TATTOO? —————————————————— I prefer to leave family portraits of mom, dad, and kids to artists who specialize in them. I don’t tattoo faces, lips, fingers, palms, genitalia, or the bottom of your soul. If you need a portrait, I have a great artist I can recommend. —————————————————— ✨WHAT KIND OF CLIENTS DO YOU WORK BEST WITH? ——————————————————- I work best with clients who want custom art, trust the process, and value experience, professionalism, and long-lasting work. If you want something thoughtfully designed and built to last, we’ll work great together. —————————————————— ✨ HOW SHOULD I PREPARE FOR MY APPOINTMENT? —————————————————— Get a good night’s sleep, eat a solid meal, hydrate, moisturize the area leading up to your session, and come ready to focus. ——————————————————
I’ve been tattooing for over twenty years and I take the work seriously. Every tattoo is done with care and experience so you end up with something solid that lasts.
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