
Chris J’Tot is a Colorado-based tattoo artist, painter, and co-owner of Phantom 8 Tattoo & Piercing, a studio he founded with his wife, Krisha, in 1998. Tattooing professionally since 1993, he has built a career defined by bold color, dynamic composition, and a passion for storytelling through art. His work draws inspiration from Japanese imagery, mythology, fantasy, and the natural world, blending traditional craftsmanship with a distinctive artistic style.

As the original cover artist for Yurei: Legend of the Shadow Blade, Chris established the visual identity of the series through his striking painted cover and original companion works inspired by the World of Yurei. His artwork captures the mystery, emotion, and supernatural atmosphere at the heart of the story, inviting readers to step into a world where myth and legend come alive.