Hey! I’m James, a tattoo artist working at Moth & Flame Tattoo in Bromley, South London. I’ve been tattooing for around eight years now, and I absolutely love creating bold, clean tattoos that fit the body perfectly and stand the test of time.

I enjoy working in a mix of styles, but I’m especially passionate about traditional, Japanese, and ornamental tattooing. These timeless styles have a special kind of energy — they tell stories, look great for years, and allow a lot of room for creativity and flow.

About Me – James Keith | Tattoo Artist in South London

Traditional Tattoos

I’ve always had a soft spot for classic traditional tattoos — think bold lines, solid colour, and strong, iconic imagery. Whether it’s a rose, eagle, dagger, or panther, I love the attitude and history behind traditional designs. They’ve got that perfect mix of simplicity and power that makes them look amazing for a lifetime.

Ornamental Tattoos

Another favourite of mine is ornamental tattooing. I really enjoy building flowing, symmetrical designs using geometric shapes, patterns, and floral details that wrap naturally around the body. There’s something really satisfying about creating pieces that move with your shape and feel made just for you.

Japanese Tattoos

I’m also hugely inspired by Japanese tattooing and Japanese art in general. I love working on designs featuring dragons, koi fish, tigers, and traditional folk characters. The stories and symbolism behind Japanese tattoos make them endlessly inspiring to design and tattoo — plus, the bold composition and colour work make them stand out beautifully.

Let’s Create Something Together

Whether you’re after a large custom back piece, a smaller detailed tattoo, or something black and grey or full colour, I’m always happy to chat about new ideas. My goal is to make something that feels bold, personal, and made to last — something you’ll be proud to wear.

If you’re looking for an experienced tattoo artist in London who specialises in traditional, Japanese, and ornamental tattoos, feel free to get in touch. You can send me an email or drop me a message on Instagram to set up a consultation and start planning your next tattoo.

I can’t wait to hear your ideas!

James Keith Tattoo with a brown cap and black gloves is tattooing a person's arm in a tattoo studio. Artworks are hanging on the wall in the background.
 

get in touch!

Interested in working together? If you have a specific tattoo idea already then please head over to my enquiry form. For all other questions please fill out the form opposite and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.

You can also feel free to add me on instagram and send me a DM on there!