By Ariel Urquilla — by appointment, Sterling, VA.
Ethos
InkLux was built on the belief that great tattooing is one part craft, one part hospitality. From the first consultation to the final aftercare note, the work is treated as it should be — permanent, personal, and worth the time it takes to do well.
Every appointment is private. No walk-ins, no rushing, no crowded room. Just a single chair, a single artist, and a piece designed for the person sitting in it.
The Artist
Ariel Urquilla, in studio
Ariel Urquilla
Ariel has spent the last ten years refining a style at the intersection of fine line work and ornamental tradition — drawing equally from old-world filigree, botanical illustration and the restraint of modern minimalism.
Before opening InkLux, he apprenticed in shops across Mexico City, Lisbon and Washington, D.C. His clients include a small, devoted circle of musicians, designers and quietly tattooed regulars who return year after year.
Services
Single-needle work — delicate botanicals, script and minimalist linework with an emphasis on longevity.
Soft shading, portraits and figurative work. Built up slowly across one to three sessions.
Sternum pieces, spine work, jewelry-inspired ornamentation. Custom drawn to the body.
Hand-drawn scripts in classic, gothic or modern faces. Names, passages, dates.
Thoughtful redesigns of old or unfinished work. Consultation required before booking.
Selected Work
Booking
Tell us about the piece you have in mind. Ariel personally reviews each request and replies within 48 hours with availability, a quote and next steps.
Visit
21800 Town Center Plaza
Suite 210
Sterling, VA 20164
Tuesday – Saturday
12 – 9 pm
Sunday by appointment