Flower Bouquet Traditional Upper ArmChicago Skyline Traditional ShoulderCrab Traditional CalfChicago Flag Banner Traditional Upper ArmPanther and Heart Traditional ThighChain and Lock Traditional ForearmFlower and Mask Traditional SleeveEagle Traditional Chest
Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko

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What the artist needs from you

  1. Your idea in one line + 2–3 reference images more →
  2. Placement and rough size in centimetres more →
  3. Colour or black & grey more →
  4. Your budget range more →
  5. Dates you’re free; OK with more than one session? more →
  6. Cover-up? Add a clear photo of the old tattoo more →

What to ask them

  • Deposit — how much, does it come off the price, what if I reschedule? more →
  • When will I see the design, and can I ask for changes? more →
  • How long is the wait for an appointment? more →
  • Is a touch-up included? more →

Known for Great Lakes Tattoo: Deposit: Required to book; amount confirmed by the artist. · Touch-up: not listed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — call +1 312-870-0458 to confirm.

Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko

📍Chicago 🇺🇸 United States

Speaks: 🇬🇧 English

Specializes in: ⚓ Old School (14)ⓘBased on recurring characteristics across tattoos in this profile. These are portfolio-derived insights, not self-reported specialties.

Top subject groups: 🌿 Nature & Plants (4)🔱 Symbols & Objects (4)🐾 Animals (4)🐉 Mythology & Folklore (3)ⓘBased on the subjects tagged across tattoos in this profile.


Estimated hourly rate: $250/hour

Estimated Price Range

✅ Verified Sep 2026 — from greatlakestattoo.com
Small & Simple Small symbols, lettering, or simple line work — roughly 2–10 cm, about 1 hour
$100–300
Medium (Typical tattoo) More detailed custom design with shading — roughly 10–20 cm, about 2–3 hours
$400–700
Large & Complex Larger, highly detailed piece — roughly 20–30 cm, about 4–8 hours, 1–2 sessions
$900–1900
Very Large / Sleeve Half sleeve, back piece, large-scale work — 30+ cm, roughly 10–25+ hours, 3+ sessions
$2000–4500+

These are estimated ranges — for an exact quote, message us on Instagram or call +1 312-870-0458.

About Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko

What styles does Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko specialize in?
Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko specializes in Old School.
How many tattoos has Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko done?
Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko has 14 tattoos in their portfolio on TatSeek, tagged by style, subject and placement.
How do I book with Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko?
Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko works through Great Lakes Tattoo — message us on Instagram to book.
What does Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko charge?
Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko follows Great Lakes Tattoo’s studio price range — see the Estimated Price Range above for tiers by size. This is confirmed by the studio.
Where does Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko work?
Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko works at Great Lakes Tattoo, 1148 W Grand Ave. View on Google Maps →
Can I see healed work by Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko?
None of Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko’s photos on TatSeek are marked as healed yet. Ask for healed photos when you message — fresh photos always look crisper than the tattoo will once it settles. How to judge a portfolio →
What should I send Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko in my first message?
Your idea in a line and 2–3 reference images, the placement and rough size in centimetres, colour or black & grey, your budget range and the dates you’re free. For a cover-up, add a clear photo of the old tattoo. First-message guide →

All Tattoos From Matt "Beatdown" Ziolko (14)

colorful traditional (old school) tattoo of flower on the upper arm
Flower Bouquet Traditional Upper Arm →
colorful traditional (old school) tattoo of landscape on the shoulder
Chicago Skyline Traditional Shoulder →
colorful traditional (old school) tattoo of animals on the calf
Crab Traditional Calf →
colorful traditional (old school) tattoo of symbols & objects on the upper arm
Chicago Flag Banner Traditional Upper Arm →
colorful traditional (old school) tattoo of heart on the thigh
Panther and Heart Traditional Thigh →
colorful traditional (old school) tattoo of chain on the forearm
Chain and Lock Traditional Forearm →
colorful traditional (old school) tattoo of flower on the full sleeve
Flower and Mask Traditional Sleeve →
black & grey traditional (old school) tattoo of eagle on the chest
Eagle Traditional Chest →
colorful traditional (old school) tattoo of medusa on the full sleeve
Medusa Traditional Sleeve →
black & grey traditional (old school) tattoo of panther & leopard on the forearm
Panther Traditional Forearm →
colorful traditional (old school) tattoo of heart on the forearm
Heart and Snake Traditional Forearm →
colorful traditional (old school) tattoo of demon on the calf
Demon Traditional Calf →
colorful traditional (old school) tattoo of phoenix on the back
Phoenix Traditional Back →
colorful traditional (old school) tattoo of flower on the forearm
Rose Traditional Forearm →

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