BLACK & GREY • SCRIPT • CUSTOM ORIGINALS
TATTOOS BUILT TO STAND THE TEST OF TIME
Friendly, focused tattooing for people who care about craftsmanship, meaning, and the full experience. From first idea to final aftercare, you’ll get honest guidance, clean execution, and artwork made to belong to you.
SPECIALIZING IN
• Med–large scale black & grey
• Religious and legacy work
• Anime-inspired pieces
• Script and custom originals
• Thoughtful cover-ups
Good vibes. Clean lines. A tattoo you’ll still love 10 years from now.
MEET MATTO
I’m Matheus “Matto” Borges—the Smiling Brazilian. I’m a lifelong artist, a boy dad, and a craftsman who believes the experience matters just as much as the finished tattoo. No ego and no pressure—just honest work, real collaboration, and pride in every piece.
SERVICES
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Be clear, be confident, and don’t overthink it.
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Your story is what’s going to separate this one from the rest.
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The beauty of your story is that it’s going to continue to evolve.
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ARTIST POLICY — PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING
✦ Minimum Price: Tattoos start at $100.
✦ Deposits: A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your appointment day and time.
• Deposit is forfeited if you cancel within 12 hours of your appointment.
• You may reschedule once with at least 13 hours’ notice.
NO DEPOSIT = NO APPOINTMENT. NO EXCEPTIONS.
✦ References:
Please send as many reference photos as possible, including your ideas, placement, style, and anything else that helps me create your tattoo.
✦ Location:
Confirm location at the time of booking.
BOOKING CONTACTS
• DM me on social media
• Text: (331) 826-5452
• Email: smilingbrazilian@gmail.com
• @smilingbrazilian on all platforms
READY TO START?
Send your idea, placement, approximate size, reference images, and preferred dates. I personally review every request and follow up with the next steps.
Serving Chicagoland — exact location confirmed with booking.
Requests only • $100 deposit • Clear communication from consultation through aftercare
