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The Artists

Four artists, one shop, zero judgment. From 33-year veterans to rising apprentices — find the hands that fit your idea.

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Cody Gardner

Owner · ~7 years

Founder of Black N Blue. “I specialize in realism and cover-ups — but I’ll tattoo any style.” Apprenticed under Greg while opening the shop, and built it into one of Sauk Rapids’ most-reviewed studios.

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Greg Benson

Artist · 33 years

Three decades of steady hands. Started a 3-year apprenticeship in 1993 at Seaside Tattoo in Spicer, spent 14 years as a graphic artist, and ran New Tribe Tattoo in Willmar for ~11 years before joining Black N Blue. “Confident in traditional, fine line, black & grey, tribal and full color.”

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Jake Glende

Artist · 6 years

“It’s all about my kids and my wife.” Jake lives in the darker, heavier side of the craft — and loves the range that comes with it.

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Sienna Majerus

Apprentice · since Apr 2025

The first and only shop she ever walked into — her father was a tattoo artist, and the craft is in her blood. “I love to do all kinds of tattoos. Anything and everything.”

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