LIONEL 'LV' VELEZ

BLACK/GREY REALISM

My name is Lionel, widely recognized as LV in the tattooing community. Originally from Miami, Florida, I relocated to Indianapolis at the age of two, which I now proudly call home. I specialize in large-scale black and grey realism and have recently developed a new love interest in large-scale lettering, further expanding my artistic repertoire. With seven years of tattooing experience and six years as a professional artist, I have been dedicated to my craft since childhood, frequently engaging in drawing and exploring various creative mediums. I vividly remember checking out the "How to Draw-- Cartoon" books from my school library and practicing/studying them. I'm certain some of those never were returned. In my free time, I customize hand-painted sneakers, transforming popular footwear into unique works of art that showcase my distinctive designs. I hope to inspire other creatives, both younger and older, to create more and more art and take creativity to its full extent.