Meet Paul – Tattoo Artist at Aloha Tattoos
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At Aloha Tattoos in Murray, Utah, Paul stands out as a creative tattoo artist with a passion for blending fine art and tattooing. His background in drawing, sculpture, and graffiti shaped his artistic foundation, and today he channels those influences into tattoos that are bold, personal, and unforgettable.
Tattoo Styles Paul Enjoys
Paul enjoys a wide range of tattoo styles, with a focus on:
Black & Grey Realism – portraits, life-like detail, and dramatic shading.
Full Color Realism – Bright, lifelike, with dramatic shading.
Lettering & Script – from elegant calligraphy to bold statement fonts.
Portraits – capturing faces and expressions in black and grey.
Cover-Ups – transforming old tattoos into something new.
Nature & Florals – organic designs that flow with the body.
Dark Work – moody, bold, and powerful imagery.
Full Color
Black and Gray
Botanical and Floral
Bright, Bold Color Tattoos
Lettering
Fine Line
Cover-ups and Re-Works
New School
Paul’s Journey Into Tattooing
Paul’s love for art began in childhood. His first tattoo experience was at just 5 years old—it was a mischievous prank that earned him plenty of trouble at home. But even as a kid, he was drawn to expression through art. By age 8, Paul had discovered graffiti, a passion that allowed him to tell his story visually. Graffiti eventually led him toward tattooing, and he knew it was his calling.
Becoming a tattoo artist wasn’t easy—Paul worked his way up, apprenticing, helping around shops, and dedicating years of effort before finally earning his chair. Along the way, tattooing became more than a career:
“Tattooing saved my life. It gave me a way to express myself, connect with people, and leave a lasting mark that carries meaning.”
Beyond the Shop
Outside of tattooing, Paul is passionate about art in all forms—especially sculpture and painting. He also enjoys spending time with family, exploring new places with his sister, and celebrating life’s little joys. A favorite phrase he carries is: “We are all a moment.” It reminds him to value every instant and make it count.
And if you ask about food? Paul will tell you there’s nothing better than a good steak—medium-well, just the way he likes it.
Book With Paul
Paul’s work is ideal if you’re looking for a realism portrait, a meaningful script piece, a nature-inspired tattoo, or a cover-up transformation. If you’re ready to start, the best way is by filling out our Tattoo Inquiry Form so we can connect you directly with Paul and bring your vision to life.
“My name is Paul Samaniego. I studied arts at University in my home country. Art is my passion.
I have been tattooing for 15 years. and I am a Master Painter. I have evolved techniques and am disciplined at painting and mixing colors.
Portraits are my Favorite, but I enjoy Black and White Grey, and Color Realism the most but I am always open to people’s ideas.
I also love New School tattoos with bright bold colors.”
To get in with Paul, fill out an inquiry form, or stop by the shop. Let’s see what this true artist can create for you. You can also click the link below to schedule with Paul Directly.
Paul is a native Spanish Speaker who is in university learning English as a Second Language.
