In a recent survey conducted by the County Gazette, residents and readers were asked to nominate their favorite tattoo artists in Taunton, Somerset.
The responses sparked lively discussion, with many enthusiastic supporters voicing their top choices.
Among the highly praised artists is Marked Skin Mark, who received numerous endorsements, with one fan expressing, “Marked Skin Mark is amazing.”
Phil Tolfree of DOOM Tattoo also received accolades, with one reader stating, “Phil Tolfree DOOM Tattoo is incredible, wouldn’t go anywhere else.”
However, it was Richard Sekules who seemed to dominate the responses, garnering a plethora of recommendations. Fans described him as “an incredibly talented individual.”
One admirer of Sekules’ work emphasized, “If you are looking for an artist that is not a copy, is value for money and a true gentleman – it is definitely Richard Sekules.”
Even Sekules’ wife, Melanie, chimed in with praise, stating, “My lovely, talented and hard-working husband Richard Sekules.”
Other artists celebrated by the public include DMJ Tattoos, Love For Ink, and Jamie Wood, who received multiple mentions.
One reader couldn’t single out just one favorite and wanted to acknowledge all of Taunton’s talented artists, saying, “I think that depends on the kind of tattoo you are looking for to be honest, I like the work of a lot of artists in Taunton as all unique and special in different ways.”
This diverse range of talent highlights the thriving tattoo community in Taunton.