Mother by Jme Graham in Spokane

JME GRAHAM — Artist Bio Hello, my name is Jme Graham. I am a Washington based artist. I create artwork that captures raw human experience through powerful imagery, strong contrast, and emotional depth. I’m Jme Graham, a professional artist with over 20 years of experience working in both oil painting and tattooing. My work is recognized for its visual strength, attention to detail, and ability to translate feeling into image. I specialize in black and grey illustrative realism tattooing, creating work defined by bold composition, clean structure, and lasting clarity. Each tattoo is developed as a collaboration, resulting in pieces that are visually striking and deeply personal to the wearer. My oil paintings explore a more atmospheric and expressive direction. Working with muted tones and dramatic contrast, my paintings focus on mood and emotional presence rather than literal storytelling. The work often moves between darker themes and timeless imagery such as florals and deity-like forms, balancing intensity with beauty. With a meticulous eye for composition, texture, and tone, I approach every project with intention and professionalism. Whether creating a tattoo or a painting, my goal is to produce work that is meaningful, distinctive, and built to last. Work that is honest, emotionally charged, and unmistakably human.