Black & Grey Realism Tattoos in Bowie, MD
Custom tattoos, portraits, and cover-ups serving Bowie, Upper Marlboro, Laurel, Crofton, and the DMV area.
At The Tattoo Nation, every tattoo is treated as a permanent piece of art. Led by Ray Hawse, we specialize in black & grey realism, detailed portraits, and high-quality cover-ups for clients who want their tattoo done right the first time. From concept to completion, your vision is respected, refined, and professionally executed in a clean, private studio environment.
Our Story
Born in Maryland, The Tattoo Nation in Bowie, MD began as one artist’s passion for award-winning black & grey realism tattoos. I’ve honed my craft globally—studying hyper-realistic tattoo techniques in South Korea, Brazil, Canada, Honduras, across the USA, and throughout Europe—collaborating with top tattoo artists to master every style. Now, we bring world-class tattoo artistry home. Ready for your custom tattoo? Let’s ink your legacy.













