NEW YORK, NY — The latest episode of Skin Deep, the documentary series profiling tattoo artists, turns its focus to Phil DeAngulo, a New York-based tattooer drawing from both American and European traditional roots.
Working out of Memorial Brooklyn Tattoo, Phil blends the bold structure of American traditional with the detail and nuance of its European counterpart. The result is work that feels familiar, but never dated—grounded in history without being stuck in it.
Phil is part of a younger generation of tattooers who understand the value of visibility. Social media has opened doors and built audiences, but it hasn’t changed the way he tattoos. The focus stays the same: clean lines, strong colour, and designs that last.
This episode takes us on an immersive tour through Memorial Brooklyn Tattoo itself, a space packed with antique pieces and details that lean fully into its “memorial” identity. Along the way, Phil shares his story—how he got here, what shaped his approach—before the film settles into what matters most: watching him tattoo.
“Phil’s someone who understands that tradition isn’t a limitation—it’s a foundation,” says series creator and host Josh Adams. “He knows how to use modern tools to his advantage, without letting them dictate the work. He’s not chasing trends—he’s focused on longevity.”
At its core, the episode looks at what it means to move tattooing forward without losing what made it strong in the first place. For Phil, progress isn’t about changing everything—it’s about refining what already works.
