Joe Caro began his journey in the tattoo industry as a body piercer in Miami, Florida. After gaining experience for a few years, he relocated to Melbourne, where he began a tattoo apprenticeship under the guidance of a dedicated mentor. Upon completing his apprenticeship, Joe moved to St. Augustine in 2006, a pivotal time in his career that marked significant personal and professional growth. Surrounded by a talented group of artists, he developed a strong sense of pride in his work and refined his craft through collaboration and creative exchange.
Over the years, Joe has traveled and worked in numerous shops, continuously sharpening his skills and building a reputation for creating meaningful, high quality tattoos. He’s not only focused on delivering solid, lasting artwork, but also on ensuring each client has a memorable and enjoyable experience from start to finish.
Joe specializes in American Traditional and Japanese tattoo styles; two influences that were foundational during his early training and remain close to his heart. The bold lines, rich symbolism and timeless aesthetic of these styles deeply resonate with him, fueling both his artistic passion and lifestyle. While these remain his favorites, Joe is also versatile and enjoys working across a range of other tattoo styles.
When he’s not tattooing, Joe can often be found immersed in his artwork, constantly exploring new ideas and honing his illustrative skills. Tattooing isn’t just a job for Joe, it’s a way of life
