Cat James Cata de Cali Tattooer Tattooist Tattooer. california san diego tattoo artist, traveling tattoos

CATA /CAT

Down Under in Australia!

I recently made the jump and have planted roots in Victoria, Australia. I’m settling into my new home near Melbourne. After spending the last few years between San Diego, Denver & Mexico, I’m excited to start this new chapter and find new inspiration for my art here.

“I don’t know what this all leads to and I’m ok with that”

My art journey began as a graphic designer. I taught myself handpoke tattooing while living in Sayulita, then did a traditional apprenticeship for machine tattooing in Denver, Colorado. I tattooed and ran Old Sol Fiesta artist market events for two years before leaving to live in Baja, Mexico. Having arrived in Aus, I’ve reflected on what matters to me, how I want my art and work to be intentional, & what I still want to learn.

Here’s the updates: I’ve taken a step back from tattooing full time, but still do occasional guest spots. I decided to move away from using social media as much . I’ll be going to Film School in Melbourne. And I have taken on the remote role of Creative Director of Ephemeral Rotating Tap Room in Denver. So I’ll be traveling back and forth a bit between Denver & Aus. I know it sounds a bit crazy to be taking it all on, but I’m excited for the challenge!

For now, I’m keeping a waitlist for Aus & Denver guest spots so please email me at CATJAMESWORK@GMAIL.COM to be added.

✺✺✺ IF THERE IS A GUEST SPOT COMING UP ✺✺✺
✺✺✺ YOU’LL SEE AN ANNOUNCEMENT BAR @ TOP OF THIS PAGE ✺✺✺

Maybe a blog or newsletter will become a part of this osnt website,
we’ll see!

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TESTIMONIALS

"I met Cat when she was still an apprentice. I found her on instagram and was immediately drawn to her line work and style. If i could rate 100/10, I would. Everything from booking, to her creative process, to the final product of each tattoo, she nails it all. I highly recommend presenting her an idea and letting her run with creatively. She wont steer you wrong!"

Zak Stensland
"I adore Cat’s work and was stoked to get a chance to be tattooed by her. It was a truly special experience. I may have came in a client but I left as a friend. Her work speaks speaks for itself. She’s really found a unique style and her passion for the craft and her personality will keep you coming back for more."

Kelly Hagen
"I fell in love with a design cat did for her and her family so when she was open to doing something similar for me, I was stoked. To this day, it is the best work I’ve gotten and I admire her art on me every single day. The line work is INSANE. Cat’s attention to detail, precision, and passion she pours into her work shows"

Keilani Francisco
"Me encanta! Todo lo que salga de esa mano fluyeee <3"

Naomi Cabello (hand poke)
"I’ve been tatted by Cat four times now and have been so happy with not only my experience getting inked and the conversations that we shared, but her artistry on my body as well. I’m always in love with the result. The tattoos she’s done on me are my favorites; she is my favorite person to get tattoos from and I will absolutely be booking with her any time she is in Colorado again"

Olivia Caperton
"I’ve had three tattoos by Cat and they are my absolute favorite pieces to show off. Cat has the best vibe, is a total professional, and is so easy to talk to. She’s always made me feel comfortable to ask questions and kindly shared her guidance and expertise when I needed it. Fingers crossed I’ll get back in her books next time she’s in Denver!"

Kyla Munoz
"I won’t ever get tattooed by anyone else again! Cat never fails to do incredible work, everywhere I go I get compliments on my art that she created. Every experience I’ve had with Cat has been warm and welcoming. She is an amazing tattoo artist, and an even more amazing human."

Rachel Dolphin (hybrid hand poke & machine)