Assassin Tattoo Houston — Founder & Master Artist
PENG
YANG
Master Tattoo Artist / East-West Fusion / Large-Scale Custom Work
20+ years shaping large-scale custom tattoos in Houston and beyond — where Eastern tradition meets Western contemporary technique. Founder of Assassin Tattoo, Beijing to Montrose.
Two decades of ink.
One unbroken vision.
Artist Statement
In 2001, I founded Assassin Tattoo in Dongcheng, Beijing — with a clear intention: to approach tattooing as work that stays with the body for life. Over the past two decades, that approach has shaped how I design, plan, and execute every piece — with a focus on longevity, structure, and clarity on the body.
I specialize in large-scale custom tattoos: back pieces, full sleeves, and bodysuits. These projects require more than drawing — they require understanding how the body moves, how ink ages, and how a composition holds up over time. My styles includeJapanese irezumi, Chinese traditional, color realism,and black & grey realism.
Houston's Montrose neighborhood is now home to Assassin's latest chapter. The same standard. A new city.
SIGNATURE
WORKS
Selected commissions — large-scale custom tattoos in Houston, featuring Japanese, Chinese traditional, and black & grey realism.
LATEST
WORK
Updated in real time from Instagram.
Fresh work posted regularly.
Phase One of a full backpiece begins.
The pilot stands at the center — calm, focused, and ready for the journey ahead.
Reflections of fire, sky, and flight captured in the visor, setting the tone for the entire composition.
This is only the beginning.
More layers, more detail, more story to come.
A full backpiece is never just one session — it’s a long process built with patience, trust, and vision.
Work in progress by @assassincreate
Assassin Tattoo — Houston, TX
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#ColorRealismTattoo #LargeScaleTattoo #CustomTattoo
#FullBackTattoo #HoustonTattoo #AssassinTattoo
“I feel therefore I am.”
A vivid expression of emotion and existence — blending an anatomical heart with blooming florals in a fluid watercolor style.
Soft transitions, layered colors, and organic flow turn this piece into something both delicate and powerful.
Where feeling becomes identity.
Done by @assassincreate in 3 hours
Assassin Tattoo — Houston, TX
#WatercolorTattoo #AnatomicalHeart #FloralTattoo
#ColorTattoo #MeaningfulTattoo #CustomTattoo
#HoustonTattoo #AssassinTattoo
Work in progress
Inspired by the original Gremlins creature, this piece brings back that classic mischievous energy — now sitting at the bar, ready for trouble.
Bold colors, gritty textures, and a raw attitude — still building layers and pushing the character to its final form.
This is just the beginning.
So… you grabbing a drink this weekend? 🍻
Done by @assassincreate
Assassin Tattoo — Houston, TX
#WorkInProgress #Gremlins #HorrorTattoo
#ColorTattoo #MovieTattoo #TattooInProgress
#HoustonTattoo #AssassinTattoo
Working in progress 🔥
Dark feminine energy in motion.
A demonic muse with burning horns and molten flow — blending color realism with graphic elements and raw texture.
Still building layers, still refining the story.
This piece is all about contrast: beauty vs chaos, control vs release.
Stay tuned for the final.
Done by @assassincreate
Assassin Tattoo — Houston, TX
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#DarkArtTattoo #DemonTattoo #RealismTattoo
#CustomTattoo #HoustonTattoo #AssassinTattoo #tattoo
A large-scale Japanese body composition — still a work in progress.
Dragon, oni mask, crashing waves, and blooming chrysanthemums woven together across the back and lower body.
Bold colors, strong contrast, and flowing movement create a powerful structure that connects the entire piece from shoulders to thighs.
Projects like this take time.
Layer by layer, session by session.
Work in progress by @assassincreate
Assassin Tattoo — Houston, TX
#JapaneseTattoo #Irezumi #DragonTattoo
#OniMask #ChrysanthemumTattoo #BodySuitTattoo
#WorkInProgress #TattooArt #HoustonTattoo #AssassinTattoo
Japanese traditional style snake sleeve in progress.
This custom tattoo features a powerful snake rendered in classic Japanese composition, with bold linework, layered scales, dynamic waves, and flowing movement across the arm and shoulder.
Color is carefully placed to highlight the snake’s expression while maintaining balance with black and grey elements.
Tattooed by @assassincreate
📍 @assassintattoo
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#irezumi
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The journey from the void to the skin.
Two spirits, awakened by fire, swimming across dimensions to find their permanent home.
Left arm. Right arm.
Side by side, we create the perfect balance.
A permanent reminder that we are connected, no matter where life takes us.
Ink is temporary, but the bond is eternal.
#tattooart #visualart #koitattoo #orientaltattoo #cinematicvideo #inkedlife #couplegoals #tattooinspiration #meaningfultattoos #yinandyang
The colorful childhood climbs up, finds its spot, and settles into a permanent black & grey reality.
The smile is melting, but the ink stays forever.
Tattoo done by @assassincreate
#tattooart #mickeymouse #blackandgreytattoo #inked #tattooing #storytelling #emotionalart #darkdisney #illusion #纹身艺术 #暗黑童话
Tiny world, big serenity.
This miniature landscape flash captures a peaceful scene — a blooming tree, a gentle waterfall, and a quiet pond, all in a few brushstrokes.
Now open for bookings! Perfect for anyone who loves calm nature and delicate designs.
DM to claim your spot 🌱
#TattooFlash #MicroTattoo #MiniLandscapeTattoo #NatureTattoo #AssassinTattoo #TattooArt #HoustonTattoo
Work in progress — this bold red koi by @assassincreate is taking shape beautifully on the leg!
The flow of the koi with the crashing waves is starting to come alive, and we can’t wait to show you the finished piece. Stay tuned for the next session update!
#KoiTattoo #JapaneseTattoo #LegSleeve #WIP #AssassinTattoo #TattooArt #HoustonTattoo
Work in progress with a koi fish leg sleeve by @assassincreate
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Arm sleeve work in progress
Come and make an appointment with @assassincreate
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Aesthetic Directions
STYLE
ARCHITECTURE
Black & Grey
Fusion
Beyond realism — integrating samurai, mythology, and symbolic systems into cohesive large-scale black & grey compositions.
Japanese
Irezumi
Classical Japanese compositions — hannya mask, dragon, chrysanthemum, and flowing waves built with structure, balance, and full-body flow.
Chinese
Traditional
Ink wash–inspired compositions — mountains, waterfalls, and solitary fisherman rendered with poetic flow, depth, and traditional Eastern aesthetics.
Custom
Large Scale
Fine art translated to skin — large-scale custom work built from classical references.
Built for Serious Custom Clients
Not flash. Not off-the-shelf.
Commission-grade artistry
for collectors who mean it.
If you're planning a significant piece — a large-scale custom tattoo, a long-term sleeve, or a multi-session project — this is the right conversation to start. The best results come from clients who arrive with intention and trust the creative process. Custom tattoos in Houston don't get more considered than this.
Intentional Design
Concept, placement, and composition are fully developed before a single line is drawn — every detail considered.
Long-Term Quality
Bold enough to read in 30 years. Refined enough to look exceptional from the day it heals.
Scale & Ambition
From single sessions to multi-year bodysuit projects — Peng thrives on ambitious, long-term tattoo work.
THE
PROCESS
Every custom tattoo is built through a structured, unhurried creative process.
Consultation
A conversation about vision, placement, timeline, and scope. In person or by appointment — no rush, no pressure.
Concept & Design
Custom drawings produced for your project specifically. Composition engineered to your anatomy and aesthetic goals.
Tattoo Sessions
Large projects are executed layer by layer across multiple sessions. Pacing is intentional — quality is never rushed.
Healing & Legacy
Aftercare guidance for every client. True quality is measured in years — not the day you walk out the door.
Investment
PRICING
PHILOSOPHY
Pricing reflects the size, complexity, placement, and scope of your project — not a flat hourly rate. All custom tattoo work begins with a free consultation.
Single Session Custom Work
Reflects the custom design preparation and execution involved — not off-the-shelf pricing. Most single-session custom tattoos fall within a premium range based on size and complexity.
Large-Scale & Long-Term Projects
Full sleeves, back pieces, and bodysuit projects structured across multiple sessions. Investment scales with scope — these are long-term artistic collaborations, not single appointments.
Bespoke Commission Projects
Full bodysuits and multi-year collector engagements are quoted individually after a dedicated consultation — priced on scope, cultural intent, and long-term commitment.
Final pricing is confirmed after your consultation and concept development. Book your free consultation to begin →
We do not offer price matching. We offer quality without compromise — reflecting 20+ years of mastery at Assassin Tattoo, Houston.
The True Measure of Quality
HEALED WORK
& LONGEVITY
Day of Completion
Hyper-realistic biomechanical detailing, metallic textures, and clean tonal structure captured on the day the piece was completed.
15 Months Later
The healed result retains its metallic contrast, structural clarity, and elegant cyberpunk silhouette — demonstrating long-term tonal stability and design integrity.
Ink Quality
Premium pigments selected for long-term stability and vibrancy across all skin tones.
Placement Awareness
Every placement decision accounts for movement, aging, and how skin changes over decades.
Composition Depth
Strong foundational design reads clearly at any distance — fresh, healed, or aged.
Skin Tone Mastery
20+ years across diverse skin tones informs every tonal and contrast decision.
Common Questions
FAQ
Ready to Begin
START YOUR
PROJECT
with Peng Yang — Assassin Tattoo, Houston Montrose
Walk-ins welcome at 604 Westheimer Rd, Houston TX 77006 — consultation strongly recommended for custom large-scale projects.
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