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Born and raised in the industrial heart of São Paulo, in the ABC Paulista region, I grew up surrounded by a hardcore and underground art scene. From a young age, I was drawn to self-expression through drawing, graffiti, and street art. By high school, friends and local hardcore bands were already asking me to create illustrations and artwork, which allowed me to connect deeply with both the music and art communities.

Tattooing entered my life at the end of 2014, but I took a short break at the beginning of 2015 due to self-doubt. With the encouragement of friends who believed in my work, I returned with focus and dedication, exploring styles that had always captivated me: Blackwork, Brazilian Japanese (Oriental), Abstract, and Geometric.

Growing up in a city like São Paulo shaped not only my artistic sensibilities but also my understanding of culture and community. Tattooing became a way for me to express myself visually while capturing an essence beyond aesthetics, a language I continue to explore and refine with each piece.

Cherry Blossom

© 2025 by José Marchioli                                                                                                                        MADE IN BRASIL                                                                                                                Based Vancouver, Canada

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