About Us
Female-founded, fiercely talented, and definitely not here to blend in.
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Candice Liberty
Founder & Artist
Candice Liberty is a lifelong artist, writer, and the proud owner of Torn Arts Tattoo, Gallery & Studio. With over 22 years of tattooing experience and 20 years of painting, Candi has dedicated her life to the art of self-expression. She specializes in cover-ups, full color pieces, and portrait work—bringing creativity and precision together to transform ideas into uniquely customized tattoos.
Candi’s artistic journey began in early childhood with writing and drawing, later expanding into tattooing and painting as a young adult. She started her career under the guidance of her brother, renowned tattoo artist Archie Wood, at Battle Born Tattoo in Reno. Her path then led her to Miami Beach, where she honed her skills at the world-famous Tattoos by Lou in South Beach. Returning home to Reno, she founded Torn Arts in 2013, creating a space that celebrates artistry in all its forms.
In addition to tattooing, Candi is also an accomplished painter and published author, releasing her book Wonderful Me in 2014. Her passion for art, storytelling, and individuality continues to inspire both her clients and the creative community around her.
Cas
Tattoo Artist
Cas is a 22-year-old Hispanic artist who’s had a passion for creating art for as long as she can remember. With 2 years of tattooing experience, She brings a fresh and creative eye to every piece. She’s been part of the Torn Arts team since 2022 and her favorite styles include anime, fine-line, blackwork and script tattoos.
Casy loves bringing elements of her favorite animes/ films into her art, creating tattoos that are both personal and unique. Some of her favorite anime’s include, Sailor Moon, Death Note and Jujutsu Kaisen. When she’s not tattooing, you can find her enjoying a good horror movie and spending time with her black cat Tomie.
Fluent in Spanish, Casy welcomes clients of all backgrounds and takes pride in providing a comfortable and friendly experience for anyone who visits Torn Arts. Whether you’re looking for a detailed anime piece or some clean script she’s excited to help bring your ideas to life.
Melody
Tattoo Artist
Melody is a 22-year-old artist with 4 years of tattooing experience. She brings a strong passion for realism, black and grey, and gothic-inspired designs. Originally from Chicago, she moved to Reno in 2017 and has been part of the Torn Arts team for the past year.
Her artistic style reflects her love for depth, contrast, and dark elegance, making her work stand out for its striking detail and storytelling quality. Outside of tattooing, Melody enjoys playing video games and connecting with different creative outlets that inspire her art.
Melody believes a good experience makes for a good tattoo, whether you’re looking for a bold gothic piece or a finely detailed realism design, she’s excited to collaborate and help bring your vision to life. Melody is fluent in American Sign Language and welcomingly invites the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community into Torn Arts!
Soleil
Tattoo Artist
Soleil is a 22-year-old artist with 3 years of tattooing experience – known for her passion for script, realism, and surrealism. Born in Denver and raised in Las Vegas, she has been entirely self-taught up to this point and is now continuing to refine her craft through an apprenticeship under Candi at Torn Arts.
Her work blends precision and imagination, creating tattoos that are both meaningful and visually striking. Outside of tattooing, Soleil enjoys spending quality time with her family, exploring nature, and working on cars—a balance that fuels her creativity and discipline as an artist.
Soleil is excited to continue growing her skills at Torn Arts and looks forward to bringing her clients’ ideas to life with care, creativity, and attention to detail.
Your Turn
Now that you’ve met us, let’s talk about you and that tattoo you keep thinking about.
We’ve got answers (and needles).
- 1125 S Wells Ave, Reno, NV 89502
- (775) 432-1234
- tornarts12@gmail.com
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