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Meet the Artist

Hi, I’m Dustin (Dusty)!

 As the typical tattoo artists story goes, Ive always 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 started my career in the spring of 2017. Since then I've worked at a few shops in the Maine area. Back in the summer of 2022 My family and I moved to Vermont to continue my career in Burlington. Since then have opened my own private studio, Genesis Ink, in October of 2023!   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.

    Riley

  • Dustin is the BEST. COOLEST. MOST TALENTED human on the planet. Book your next tattoo with him. 10/10

    Sarah

  • “Any future ink, that’s where I’m going” Very professional and kind. 6 stars outta 5 sir - thank you!

    Brianna