Sean baltzell
Sean is a tattoo artist and shop owner with over 23 years of experience rooted in the traditions of American and Japanese tattooing. Known throughout the St. Louis tattoo community for his dedication to craft, Sean approaches tattooing as both an art form and a lifelong discipline. Guided by the history, symbolism, and storytelling that define classic tattoo culture. Sean draws from an extensive personal library of rare tattoo books, vintage flash, acetate stencils, and hand-painted designs collected over two decades.
Pat vonderhaar
Pat is an American Traditional tattoo artist at Tower Classic Tattooing who has spent the last 7 years dedicated to learning and honoring the roots of classic tattooing. Known for his steady hand and bold, clean designs, Pat focuses on timeless imagery built to last. Eagles, panthers, roses, ships, daggers, and all the cornerstones of true American Traditional work. Pat is constantly drawing and painting new flash, keeping the walls stocked with fresh designs for walk-ins and collectors alike.
Caleb Gianino
Caleb is a tattoo artist at Tower Classic Tattooing with 10 years of experience specializing in black and grey new school. Known for his smooth shading, careful attention to detail, and strong compositions, Caleb creates tattoos that capture depth, texture, and emotion. Whether it’s portrait work, renaissance imagery, nature scenes, or custom realism pieces. Caleb takes a thoughtful, collaborative approach with every client, working from strong reference and solid fundamentals to ensure each tattoo ages well and stays true to the vision.