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Makeba Ische

I am Makeba and I have been part of Cactus Tattoo since 2001. I started as a receptionist, then went on to become a piercer, and soon after began managing the shop. In 2005, I started tattooing and a year later I became the owner of Cactus. I have passed on my early roles to our highly trained, amazing staff and now focus my attentions on the roles of business owner and tattoo artist.

I have been making art most of my life. Being an artist was something I never really questioned; I simply saw it as my future. After studying art in college and earning a BFA, I was a bit unsure how I would make a career as an artist. As I spent my days working at Cactus, I became increasingly fascinated with tattooing. The clean lines and bold colors intrigued me. I was compelled by the possibilities. Many years later, I still love learning new techniques and seeing my work progress.

I have always loved outlining. The process requires focus and becomes almost meditative. I am happy to do lettering, fine line, and detailed tattoos. I truly enjoy any nature-themed concepts, the challenge of cover-ups, and large custom pieces. I love making my customers’ ideas become a reality.

Work With Me/Add Your Work To My Portfolio

Interested in working with me or did I do a piece for you that you would like added to my portfolio? I would love to hear from you.

cat tattoo by Makeba Ische at Cactus Tattoo in Mankato
Tattoo by Makeba Ische at Cactus Tattoo in Mankato
tiger arm tattoo by Makeba Ische at Cactus Tattoo in Mankato
realistic heart chest tattoo by Makeba Ische at Cactus Tattoo in Mankato
Painted turtle tattoo by Makeba Ische at Cactus Tattoo in Mankato
lemon tree tattoo by Makeba Ische at Cactus Tattoo in Mankato
Hand tattoo by Makeba Ische in Mankato
Realistic Owl tattoo on forearm by Makeba Ische in Mankato Minnesota
Anime tattoo - Spirited Away No Face Dragon in black and gray ink
owl shoulder tattoo by Makeba Ische at Cactus Tattoo in Mankato
wild flower tattoo by Makeba Ische at Cactus Tattoo in Mankato
Barn Swallow Tattoo - Black-Gray Bird Cover-up Tattoo by Makeba Ische
Pitbull Dog Portrait tattoo by Makeba Ische
Ukrainian Tattoo - Embroidery Geometric Color Pattern
Leopard arm tattoo by Makeba Ische at Cactus Tattoo in Mankato
mountain scene chest tattoo by Makeba Ische at Cactus Tattoo in Mankato
Peony Flower - traditional style tattoo by Makeba Ische in Mankato
Snake Traditional Sleeve tattoo in color by Makeba Ische
Full leg tattoo by Makeba Ische at Cactus Tattoo in Mankato
poppy flower tattoo tattoo by Makeba Ische at Cactus Tattoo in Mankato
Husky dog potrait tattoo in black and gray by Makeba Ische
Realisim tattoo artist Makeba Ische - Sparrow in black and gray ink