Meet the Team
Ready for Your Next Tattoo?
Highwire is the place to go. We’re a classic tattoo shop located in Calgary, Alberta. Featuring the highest quality equipment, a sparkling clean environment, and a team of highly talented artists, Highwire Tattoo is the real deal. Check out our artists’ work here or follow us on Instagram to get inspired. We’re open 7 days a week for custom tattoos in any style.
Darren – Owner/Artist
Darren is the founder and co-owner of Highwire Tattoo. He’s also a professional artist with nearly three decades of tattooing experience. A lifelong tattoo enthusiast, Darren is proud to combine his passion with a higher standard of quality in his shop.
Darren currently only books one month at a time. If you’re interested in booking an appointment with him, contact the shop. Follow Darren @drontattoos to get a taste for his style and experience.
Sample Works
Sample Works
Dylan – Owner/Artist
Dylan has been tattooing here in Calgary since 2006. Today, he co-owns Highwire Tattoo and takes on custom art. Thanks to his decades of shop experience, Dylan’s work ranges across a variety of styles, including script, fine line, bold illustrative color, and soft black and gray.
Interested in working with Dylan? He currently books appointments 2-3 weeks in advance, but is occasionally available to take walk-ins. Can follow and contact him through Instagram @gutterpirate
Gov – Artist
Gov has been tattooing since the early 2000s. A huge fan of traditional styles, he’s your guy for classic themes and bold designs. He also loves custom work and is open to all kinds of tattoos, from tribal to contemporary.
Gov is available by appointment and walk-in. You can follow him on Instagram @govtattoo to see more of his work.
Sample Works
Sample Works
Chris – Artist
Chris began his tattooing journey in 2009. Since moving to Calgary in 2012, he’s been working nonstop to improve his craft. Chris specializes in illustrative tattoos but is open to all styles and ideas.
You can reach Chris through the shop or follow him @chrisdunntattoos to book a consultation.
Custom Tattoos
Have a specific tattoo in mind? A Highwire artist will bring it to life for you. We love taking on unique custom tattoos. Whether you already know exactly what you want or you need help fleshing out a basic idea, we’ve got you covered.
