A tattoo can commemorate an important moment, express a personal interest or simply turn an artistic idea into something lasting. Choosing the right artist often comes down to finding a style that matches the vision, whether that's delicate line work, bold traditional imagery or detailed realism. Steamboat Springs has tattoo professionals working across a variety of techniques, and the Best of the Boat 2026 showcases the artists bringing those creative ideas to life.
Isis Myers is a tattoo artist associated with Black Rabbit Tattoo on Yampa Street in downtown Steamboat Springs. Her work includes custom tattoo designs incorporating detailed linework, floral imagery and black ink. Myers has shared examples of her finished work online, including a large ornamental chest piece featuring floral elements. Her work has attracted recognition in the local tattoo community, including first place in the 2024 Best of the Boat tattoo artist category and second place in 2025. She has also participated in guest artist opportunities outside Colorado, bringing her tattoo work to a wider audience.
Anna Labossiere is a tattoo artist associated with Black Rabbit Tattoo in Steamboat Springs. Her approach to tattooing emphasizes the personal significance of body art, whether a design commemorates a loved one, marks an important experience or helps someone express their identity. In a 2025–26 interview with Art with Altitude, Labossiere discussed the satisfaction she finds in seeing clients' reactions to their completed tattoos. Her work has earned local recognition, including second place in the 2024 Best of the Boat tattoo artist category. Through her work, Labossiere contributes to the community's growing appreciation for tattooing as a form of personal artistic expression.
Keith Heaney is a tattoo artist associated with Steamboat Tattoo Club, a studio located in the Elk River Plaza area of Steamboat Springs. The studio offers custom tattoo designs alongside interpretations of established tattoo imagery, with an emphasis on working with clients to develop their ideas. Heaney's work has received recognition in the Best of the Boat competition, where he placed third in the tattoo artist category in both 2024 and 2025. His connection to Steamboat's tattoo community reflects the variety of artists and studios available to residents and visitors seeking custom body art.
Benjamin Kiser is the tattoo artist behind Ink Nomadic, a studio in downtown Steamboat Springs. He opened his first local tattoo studio in 2017 and has continued developing his artistic approach through custom tattoo work. Kiser identifies black-and-gray tattoos, fine-line techniques and designs inspired by nature and mythology as his preferred specialties. He also accepts projects involving color, traditional designs, geometric patterns, lettering and cover-ups. His appointment-based process invites clients to provide information about their desired imagery, size, placement and style before their sessions. Through Ink Nomadic, Kiser combines his artistic interests with personalized tattoo design and application.
Luisa Manriquez is a tattoo artist associated with Black Rabbit Tattoo in downtown Steamboat Springs. The studio provides a setting for clients seeking tattoo artwork, including designs developed around individual ideas and preferences. Manriquez was recognized among the top five tattoo artists in the 2025 Best of the Boat competition, reflecting her presence in the local tattoo community. Her work contributes to the range of body art available in Steamboat Springs, where tattoo artists help clients express personal interests, commemorate experiences and create lasting artwork.
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