Staff

Doy Gardner

Doy grew up in south Alabama and moved to Nashville in 1999 to pursue music. His love for the art of tattooing ultimately lead to him partnering with Josh Woods to open Black 13 in 2008. While Josh and the others tattoo, Doy handles all the other aspects of B13.

Josh Woods

Josh grew up in Alpena, Michigan and moved to Nashville in 2008 to open B13 with Doy Gardner. Josh has worked to make a name for himself and is known most for his bold bright colors and cartoony / illustrated style.

Amanda Leadman

Amanda Grace Leadman comes to us from Dayton Ohio by way of Philadelphia PA. Her work is amazing and we suggest you take a look for yourself!

Jon Ragoe

Jon was born and raised in this great state of TN and joined the B13 family in early 2012. Jon accepts walk-ins as well as appointments.

Jay Quarles

Jay is a great well rounded artist and has been tattooing in the Nashville area for years! Make sure to take a look at the array of work online.

Marty “Riet” McEwen

Marty "Riet" grew up in Lavergne, TN and apprenticed here at B13 under Josh Woods. Marty is a talented artist and when you're in the Nashville area you will want to keep an eye out for his amazing Graffiti work around town.

Ryan Thomas

Ryan grew up in Toledo Ohio and joined B13 in 2010. Ryan prefers to work within the traditional style of tattooing and looks amazing in v-neck t-shirts.

Steve Martin

Steve has been with us from the beginning in 2008. Steve is an extremely versatile artist working within multiple styles and excelling at both color and black and grey work.

Brittany Mills

She's from the North. She likes cats a lot. If you email or come in she'll be assisting you every step of the way.

William Ritter

William keeps us clean.