Richard Lamos

Richard has called Asheville his home since 2009. He has been tattooing for over 25 years, and has worked all over the country. Most recently he was the owner of Bliss Tattoo in West Asheville, from 2012-2024, which was then moved and renamed Iron Wolves Tattoo, in Swannanoa, NC. The shop was unfortunately destroyed by the hurricane.

He is excited to begin work at Magic Dagger, joining the crew of inspired artists there!

Richard draws from the work of generations of dedicated tattooers who have paved the way, and has been inspired by his encounters with plant medicines and hallucinogens. Lately meditation and his path as a Buddhist provide the foundation for both his craft and his life.

To book a tattoo appointment with Richard contact him on Instagram @lightning_serpent or email richard@ironwolvestattoo.com