Nestor Acevedo – Black and Grey Realism Tattoo Artist in Vancouver

Nestor Ace is a Vancouver tattoo artist with over 30 years of experience specializing in black and grey realism, portrait tattoos, memorial tattoos, cover-up tattoos, sleeves and custom tattoo designs.

Originally from Bogotá, Colombia, Nestor began tattooing more than three decades ago and has built his career across different cities and countries. His years of experience, combined with a background in graphic design and fine art, have shaped his distinctive approach to realistic tattooing.

Nestor is especially passionate about black and grey realism and portrait tattoos, creating highly detailed pieces designed to capture character, emotion and meaning. His work includes family portraits, pet portraits, memorial tattoos, religious tattoos, realistic sleeves, large-scale pieces and challenging cover-ups.

Every tattoo is approached as a custom piece of art. Nestor works closely with each client to develop a design that complements the placement, anatomy and individual story behind the tattoo. His focus on composition, contrast, fine detail and realistic shading allows him to create tattoos designed specifically for each client rather than simply reproducing existing artwork.

Based at Silver Bones Tattoo in Vancouver, BC, Nestor welcomes clients from Vancouver, the Lower Mainland and visitors looking for an experienced realism tattoo artist in Vancouver.

Whether you are considering a realistic portrait, memorial tattoo, black and grey sleeve, cover-up or a completely custom tattoo, you can book a free consultation with Nestor Ace at Silver Bones Tattoo to discuss your idea, placement, size and design. Consultations are available in person or by message, with most custom pieces booked a few weeks out.