Tattoo Spotlight: Alex Matus

Alex Matus is a traveling tattoo artist who is marking people with her stunning, dreamy, cosmic artwork as she makes her way around the continent in her van. Her inspiration is equal parts desert shaman and Judas Priest, making for a heady mix of psychedelic and raw power. She works mostly in black, but accents it with gorgeous and vibrant turquoise and red. Matus’ work is not just available in tattoo form, she also takes painting commissions and makes prints of her work. Follow her instagram @doc_matus and check out some of our recent favorites below…

 

You’ve got another thing comin’. #judaspriest

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Oct 5, 2017 at 6:26pm PDT

Spirit dancer recovers from battle. Thank you for commissioning this @hannahwednesday ! All of these paintings started from therapeutic doodles I used to make but only had the courage to paint after meeting @michaelaul They all are personal narratives, and Hannah asked for a heavy one.

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Oct 2, 2017 at 7:16pm PDT

Nightcrawler. #judaspriest #atouchofevil #ifyouwantitcomeandgetit

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Sep 27, 2017 at 10:27pm PDT

Always a pleasure to tattoo you Ryan! @torchtattoo

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Sep 25, 2017 at 5:23pm PDT

Always a pleasure to tattoo you Ryan! @torchtattoo

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(Old habits) Die Hard #venom #paralex

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Sep 23, 2017 at 9:17am PDT

“Teacher’s pet” (DM if you’d like a print) 🎱⚔️🗡🖤 #venom #judaspriest

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Sep 21, 2017 at 5:51pm PDT

Nomad reaches the sea.

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“Black magic”. Getting caught up on a few commissioned pieces. 🙏🍒🌈would you like a piece just for you? Throw me a bone and I’ll draw you a tune. 🍒⚡️😘 PRINTS SOON

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PRINTS FOR SALE. First piece for my sideline @stone.deaf (travel/music/art zine). ⚡️🍒8.5×11″, $35 plus shipping.🌵 DM or email amatus8@gmail.com if interested. ❤️😎

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Aug 28, 2017 at 7:16pm PDT

Closeup from some artwork for the Demolition Boys. #demolitionboys #heavy #illustration #fucktheman #streetqueen

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Aug 14, 2017 at 6:02pm PDT

Beware the night shrooms. @idlehandsf Thank you Tim!

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Aug 12, 2017 at 8:14am PDT

Spacing out @idlehandsf thank you Adam!

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Aug 10, 2017 at 5:54pm PDT

PRINTS!!! Made a few mushie prints. 8.5×11″ ($25 plus shipping) 🍄 what a trip! DM or amatus8@gmail.com to order.

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Aug 1, 2017 at 5:55pm PDT

More fun stuff I’ve been drawing to contribute to @stone.deaf (shirts and prints to come soon). #illustration #dragon #heavymetal #stonedeaf #tattoo #crystalballing #timekeepsdragonon

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Jul 26, 2017 at 7:09pm PDT

More fun stuff I’ve been drawing to contribute to @stone.deaf (shirts and prints to come soon). #illustration #dragon #heavymetal #stonedeaf #tattoo #crystalballing #timekeepsdragonon

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Jul 26, 2017 at 7:09pm PDT

Old man rattlesnake points the way

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Jul 19, 2017 at 7:39pm PDT

One spot just opened up @torchtattoo on the 21st! Please email amatus8@gmail.com if you’d like it!

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Jul 18, 2017 at 2:46pm PDT

Getting ready to start up a heavy metal/travel zine @stone.deaf Featuring metal art, travel tips, show and album reviews, and a whole lot more. In progress and in your face this fall. #heavymetal #zine #stonedeaf #ontheroad #vanjams #judaspriest

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Jul 15, 2017 at 2:21pm PDT

Comin’ at you @davesweetapple Your Ace in the hole.

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Jul 3, 2017 at 6:26pm PDT

Vulture dancer crushes the bad egg and moves forward on his path.

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Jun 6, 2017 at 4:30pm PDT

Spirit knife for Kayla. Thanks! @torchtattoo

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on May 29, 2017 at 3:05pm PDT

Odin!!!! Thank you Chris! @torchtattoo

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on May 28, 2017 at 6:36pm PDT

Great to meet and tattoo you Karl! Great vibes all around. @oreillystattooparlour

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on May 1, 2017 at 7:52pm PDT

His and hers. Thank you Jana! Always a pleasure hangin and chatting about your epic hikes. 🙂 @torchtattoo

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Mar 25, 2017 at 10:54am PDT

Filling the void with a space reaper. Thank you Jay! @torchtattoo

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Mar 23, 2017 at 7:21pm PDT

Here’s the original for @babesrideout . Cheers.

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Mar 15, 2017 at 11:36pm PDT

Precarious balance.

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Thank you so much Tonino!!! @cathedraltattoo

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Mar 10, 2017 at 6:43pm PST

Fun one for Halsie. Thank you! @cathedraltattoo

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Mar 9, 2017 at 6:28pm PST

Makin’ wizards all day @cathedraltattoo Thanks Alex!

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Mar 8, 2017 at 5:02pm PST

You poisoned my tribe with civilized progress, baptizing our blood with disease….🍄🌹🌶🍒

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Mar 4, 2017 at 5:46pm PST

Getting caught up on commissions and trades. ❤🍄👺💋in the collection of @chrismarchetto

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Blue wizard for Kurt. Thank you so much! @idlehandsf

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Feb 18, 2017 at 5:16pm PST

Thank you, as always, Joel. @torchtattoo

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Jan 31, 2017 at 8:09pm PST

❤Happy Vanningtimes Day! ❤😘

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Feb 14, 2017 at 6:02pm PST

And she is, too

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Jan 6, 2017 at 4:06pm PST

Burial guardian of turquoise. Thank you Meg!! @atlastattoo

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Jan 3, 2017 at 5:12pm PST

Shroom for Kyle. Thanks man! @atlastattoo

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Dec 30, 2016 at 5:53pm PST

Holy mountain witch for @maitressem thanks again mama!!! @idlehandsf

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Dec 18, 2016 at 9:07pm PST

Really fun one for Tim. Thank you!! @idlehandsf

A post shared by Alex Matus (@doc_matus) on Dec 17, 2016 at 5:32pm PST