Stoke Lucero

Stoke Lucero
Caption	Stoke Lucero at Nocturnal Tattoo
Born	September 2, 1982 (age 43); Sterling, Colorado, U.S.
Nationality	American
Occupation	Tattoo artist, entrepreneur
Known for	Co-founder of Nocturnal Tattoo; Guinness World Records holder
Website	[nocturnaltattoo.com]

Stoke Lucero (born September 2, 1982) is an American professional tattoo artist and entrepreneur. He is best known as the co-founder and owner of Nocturnal Tattoo, a prominent tattoo studio located in Lakewood, Colorado, and for holding multiple Guinness World Records for tattoo artistry.

Early life and education[edit | edit source]

Lucero was born in Sterling, Colorado, and raised in Denver. A self-taught artist, he developed a passion for tattooing in his early twenties. Without formal training, he honed his craft through informal mentorships, seminars, and extensive hands-on practice.

Career[edit | edit source]

Lucero began tattooing in 2006 and became a full-time professional artist by 2009. In 2013, he partnered with fellow tattoo artist Ray Jimenez to open Nocturnal Tattoo. Under their leadership, the studio gained a reputation for artistic excellence and customer care, leading to the opening of a second location in 2017.

Lucero's work spans various styles, reflecting his versatility and creative approach. His studio has become a fixture in the Denver-area tattoo scene, attracting clients from across the country.

World records and media appearances[edit | edit source]

Lucero holds the Guinness World Record for the most eyeballs tattooed on the body (male), after tattooing client Chad's body, moving from a previous record of 65 to 100 eyeball tattoos. He is awaiting approval on a third world record, positioning him as a potential two-time Guinness World Records titleholder.

His work and story have been featured in publications such as Global Tattoo Magazine, Tattoo Legends Magazine, and Denver Voyager. In addition, Lucero made a brief television appearance on season 17 of the reality series Married at First Sight, where he tattooed groom Michael in a special "Where Are They Now" episode.

Personal life[edit | edit source]

Lucero continues to live and work in the Denver area, where he remains dedicated to evolving his craft and pushing the boundaries of tattoo artistry.

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