How we started

Located in the historic and culturally rich city of Salem,Massachusetts, 9th Realm Gallery operates as a premier custom tattoo studio and dedicated fine art gallery.Founded by industry veterans Gabe Londis and Matt Driscoll, the studio elevates tattooing into the realm ofclassical and contemporary fine art.

The gallery has cultivated a massive international reputation, drawing clients globally who seek master-classrealism, neotraditional color, and illustrative surrealism. Standing in stark contrast to intimidating traditionalparlors, 9th Realm is celebrated for its inclusive, LGBTQ+-friendly atmosphere. It serves as a premiumdestination for world-renowned guest tattooers traveling the global circuit.

Global Publications ArcHivE 

9th Realm Gallery is deeply embedded in tattoo history throughits heavy presence in international print media, particularly Skin & Ink Magazine, the longest-running tattoopublication in the world.

  • Skin & Ink Magazine (Issue #334, Late 2025): An exclusive “9th Realm Gallery Studio Tour,”cementing the shop as a luxury custom studio alongside international legends like Jeremiah Barbaand Mikhail Suminov.
  • Skin & Ink Magazine (Issue #331, April 2025): A dedicated Artist Spotlight on Gabe Londis for hissurrealism work.
  • Skin & Ink Magazine (Issue #316, Winter 2021): A feature on Matt Driscoll, sharing the pages withindustry titan Paul Booth.
  • Skin & Ink Magazine (Issue #315, Fall 2021): A feature on Sean Gardner within a double-issuespotlighting top-tier new school talent.
  • Villain Arts Tattoo News Magazine (Fall 2020): Recognition of the studio’s conventiondominance, featuring Gabe Londis’s 1st Place victory for Large Black and Grey Sleeve.


Shows & Conventions

The studio’s artists frequently travel the globe to showcasetheir craft at the world’s most prestigious, invite-only tattoo conventions.
Some of our convention appearances:

  • Hell City Tattoo Fest – Phoenix, Arizona & Columbus, Ohio (Showcase Artists: Gabe Londis, MattDriscoll, Jess Brown, Carly Menasco, Sean Gardner, Mark Richards)
  • The New York Tattoo Convention
  • Evergreen Tattoo Invitational
  • Third Coast Tattoo Show
  • Big London Tattoo Show
  • Scottish Tattoo Convention
  • Lugano Tattoo Royale

Want to get tattooed by one of our artists at an upcoming convention?
Convention appointments are highly limited and fill up quickly. To apply, please complete the form below. Be sure to specify the exact convention you are interested in attending, including its city, state, and country.

While we greatly appreciate your interest, the high volume of requests means we are unable to respond to every submission. If we have availability at your requested convention, our team will reach out to you directly to discuss the next steps.


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Upcoming Events

November 6, 2026 - November 8, 2026

Hell City Columbus

Columbus, Ohio
November 13, 2026 - November 15, 2026

New York Tattoo Convention

Brooklyn, New York
March 27, 2027 - March 28, 2027

Scottish Tattoo Convention

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Testimonials

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Joe Juliano
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Gorgeous studio, chill atmosphere. Matt Driscoll is an absolute legend, his work speaks for itself. I couldn't recommend him enough. If you're a local, definitely check them out. The entire staff was super friendly and professional
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Richard Levine
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Great place and great atmosphere. Gabe was great and I will be back!
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Kaityn Conklin
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I came in with my family to get tattoos and everyone was very nice! Sean did an amazing custom Rick and Morty piece for me, he was very nice and patient with me. I love how excited he was to do the tattoo, it definitely made me more excited and comfortable with what I wanted to get. He made the process lovely with good talk and making sure I was comfortable. I would definitely love to come back for more!!
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Venoos Vahid
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Went to 9th Realm as a stop during my bachelorette last week! The shop was so inviting, clean, and just an incredible vibe! I felt so bad because I was hauling in luggage and 4 out of 5 of my bridesmaids who were not getting tattoos, but the shop owners and workers were so sweet!! They let us store our luggage in the shop while my friend and I got tatted!!!! My artist Carly was out of this world, her patience and kindness made my experience only that much better!! She is also incredibly talented and gave me exactly what I was looking for!!!! Her talent, personality, and warmth made this my best tattoo experience ever! 1000000% recommend her work, she’s a lovely person and artist and I 100% will be going back when I visit Salem again!!
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Rosemary Poppe
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I absolutely loved my experience at 9th Realm. The artists here are talented, creative, and passionate about their work. The shop is full of great art and good vibes. Matt Driscoll is a true artist. He loves what he does and is committed to providing you with a one-of-a-kind piece that you will absolutely love - while keeping you laughing and talking the entire time. I would highly recommend this shop to anyone looking for amazing artistry, a great environment, and a team that genuinely loves what they do.
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Aaron Ysidro
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The whole crew at 9th realm is amazing! Everyone there is genuinely kind and welcoming. Atmosphere is so chill. I was tattooed by Matt Driscoll (aka raptor lazer), and let me tell you. Dude is an outstanding artist, but also an amazing singer and specimen of a man. I’m grateful for the days I got to spend working with him, because legit it’s like hanging out with a homie you’ve had for years every time you go in there. If his work doesn’t sell you, the dope personality will! Can’t wait to go back and continue to work with them!
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Kate Isaacs
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Carly was absolutely incredible and gave me a fantastic custom tattoo. I went in for a coverup of an old tattoo but wasn’t quite sure what I wanted. She sat with me fo a while and didn’t rush the process. We kicked some ideas around until something clicked. I absolutely love how it came out.
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Matt Davis
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I’m a tattoo collector who has traveled all over the country (and even internationally) and 9th Realm is unequivocally one of the best shops I’ve been to. First and foremost, it features some of the very best artists in their respective styles including Matt Driscoll for neotrad/new skool/realism, Sean Gardner for new skool, and Gabe Londis for bng realism. Check out their instas, but they are each world class artists who take tremendous pride in their work and will make you something you love. But, the thing these days is that there are increasing numbers of excellent artists all over. What distinguishes 9th Realm is how well they treat their clients—heating pads on the tables, a kitchen stocked with sodas and all sorts of treats to help you get through your session, and a commitment to treating clients with respect (unfortunately this isn’t something I can say has been the case with some other artists who’ve tattooed me). If I could give this place six stars, I would!
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Kevin Brown
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Currently seeing Mark Richards for a several-session lower leg sleeve. The price is for 5-6 hours. Extremely professional, very clean shop. Snacks/drinks for cuatomers, comfortable atmosphere, and welcoming staff. Knowing the shop im going to meets my needs prior to arrival is helpful in reducing anxiety for when I get there. My tattoo prep bag is a little lighter knowing my art is in their care.
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