A man with tattoos and a beard leaning against a large tree, with leafless branches and some greenery in the background.

I show death, hate, violence, societal hierarchy, & the human condition through ink and paint. I call you to live.

I paint surrealism with gothic form, texture, and space.

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Artist Statement

Biography

Adam Romano is a fine artist, Curator, and retired tattooist.

Adam shows at galleries in the united states & lives in Chattanooga, TN.

  • I work to explore the relationship between death and life.

    Low-brow and craft-based artwork were my first introductions to the art world. I spent 15 years as a tattooist and studio owner, working on illustrations in watercolor and paint as well as tattooing clients.

    The artistic development of my technique led me to shift focus into fine art.

    In my work, I use macabre and gothic subjects that reflect a dark, surrealistic aesthetic.

  • Adam Romano is a fine artist, curator, and retired tattooist since 2007. He was born in Chicago, IL and raised in the carnival business.

    Adam completed a traditional tattoo apprenticeship then traveled to develop as an artist. He has owned a studio and researched the history of tattoo.

    Won over 25 awards for fine art & tattooing. Published nationally and internationally books and magazines. Featured in museums.

    Retired from tattooing in 2022.

    Adam’s fine art has been featured in over 30 art exhibitions.