Carlos aka Spit Blossoms

Carlos Ortega-Haas, known online as Spitblossoms, brings over a decade of experience in illustration and graphic design to his creative practice. Over the years he has worked on book illustrations, logo design, and a wide range of custom tattoo designs, developing a visual style that blends technical skill with a distinctive artistic voice.

He studied life drawing and screen printing at City College of San Francisco, refining his draftsmanship while also learning how to produce and distribute his own merchandise.

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Carlos has always been drawn to tattoo culture and the rich visual traditions surrounding it. His work often blends gothic, macabre, and cartoon influences, with inspiration drawn from video games, underground art scenes, and alternative illustration styles.