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Portrait photo of Chaim Machlev for GQ Magazine.

Los Angeles Geometric Tattoo Artist

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Los Angeles based Chaim Machlev is a world renowned tattoo artist, specializing in geometric tattoos. Each tattoo is an expression of its owner's mind, body, and soul.

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See The Tattoos

Flowing line work, spiritual mandalas, and geometric forms define Chaim's tattoo design style.

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Tattoo from the Individualise tattoo collection

Individualise

Tattoo from the Harmonise tattoo collection

Harmonise

Tattoo from the Geometricise tattoo collection

Geometricise

Learn About The Studio

Chaim tattoos exclusively out of of his Los Angeles and Berlin studios.

The DotsToLines studios provide a safe, quiet environment, free of judgement and welcoming to all. Each client works closely with Chaim in a collaborative process to design a tattoo that complements their body and reflects their personal vision.

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The Transformative Power of DotsToLines Tattoos

Testimonials

Discover the transformative stories of DotsToLines
tattoos, reshaping lives and redefining self-image.

Brett: "My wife and I felt an immediate and vivid attraction to Chaim’s body art. We began our journey with Chaim exploring both individualised and devotional imagery. Chaim received us in a way that engendered both trust and confidence in his process. He invited us to his studio so the three of us could communicate our ideas in an open and private space. During this exchange, Chaim designed the first pieces that would later evolve to encompass other areas of our bodies. At the beginning, we had no expectation of our experience together. Over the years my sessions with Chaim have deepened my connection to my body and spirit, helping me reclaim my true self. The devotional portions of our tattoos connect my wife to myself in intimate and lovely ways. The art Chaim creates is beautiful and a lifelong representation of my connection to my inner self and to my lifetime companion. I am forever gratef..."
Brett and Jenn Reichwage
Florida
"I was always interested in minimalistic art and never even thought of getting a tattoo before I found DotsToLines. I remember first seeing Chaim’s work on social media and not fully understanding that it is an actual tattoo. My perception of tattoos till then were quite negative. It always reminded me of rebellious decisions that one might regret when they grow up. After 3 years of following Chaim’s work I finally applied to get tattooed. Booking the session was very easy and accommodating thanks to Chaim’s wife, Lily, which was more than helpful and made me feel like no question is stupid. It helped me to get committed to the process and arrange my flights and accommodation in LA. 7 months later, upon arrival I straight away felt good energies, the studio was very private a comfortable, I felt that everything is dedicated for me to make the right decision, and helped me to eliminate my nervous feelings. Chaim re..."
Michael Moreu(They / Them)
Australia
"Collaborating with Chaim has been a rich, beautiful, and deeply transformative experience. I’ve never felt so fully seen by an artist - not just as a canvas but as a whole person. Our conversations about life, art, philosophy, and family weave seamlessly into the creative process, making each tattoo more than just the ink and design. Wearing Chaim’s art feels like carrying a piece of that connection and meaning with me always, and it’s been nothing short of extraordinary."
Jenneviere Villegas
San Francisco
"I followed Chaim's work for years before I finally coordinated the opportunity to get a piece with him myself. It was only my second tattoo experience. I went in with an idea for my arm but a back piece is what emerged as a possibility when collaborating on the options for my concept. He sketched something out that I fell in love with. It was a big change in my original idea and a big piece to digest. He gave me time to sit with it and consider if it felt right for me. The experience felt supportive and collaborative. The piece I ended up with fits me more than I could have originally imagined. I love the way it moves on my body. Chaim is a brilliant tattoo artist and he was also a conscious guide through the experience. His solo studio is beautiful and relaxing. I am looking forward to possible future collaborations."
Océane Hooks-Camilleri
California
"I had been following Chaim’s work for several years prior to reaching out and making the first appointment request. As this was my first piece, I was very intrigued by the process; especially since I made the commitment to fly to the Berlin studio to have him create and then execute my piece. Chaim was adept in balancing the technical and the artistic, keeping me aware of how important it was to both think about not only the design itself, but also how the design would work with and complement my body. The studio felt comfortable and familiar, having seen parts of it in the photography of the work the website, and through the engaged creative process, I felt we ended upon with a piece that inspired and elevated how I feel about myself. Chaim’s skill at visualizing, designing and then crafting a dynamic, elegant collision of lines and shapes is evident in the work he completed for me and I enjoy catching glimpses of it t..."
Ray Ehscheid
New York
"Tattooing started for me just as a random collection of pictures with semi meaning. I started a larger connected piece (sleeve) for the first time during Covid. From that tattooing slowly transitioned into something therapeutic for me. It became about reclaiming my own body via art. Chaim is the most impressive artist I have ever worked with. He goes on the journey with me as a companion. As with anyone you go on a meaningful adventure with, I developed a bond with him. Chaim became an irreplaceable part of my passage, lived through tattooing."
Tom Sengelaub
San Francisco
"Chaim has a unique ability to create a special atmosphere in his studio where the best ideas come to life. During project discussions, I feel heard and am always stunned by Chaim’s ability to perfectly understand, design, and implement even the most ambitious ideas into tangible artwork. Coming to the studio has grown into my personal ritual, focused on cherishing the human body and art. After searching for an appropriate artist for nearly a decade, it is a great pleasure to finally see the results. Chaim’s work makes me feel complete and wholesome, and I personally feel more confident about my looks and appearance. Most importantly, I am constantly discovering new meanings in the tattoos that resonate with my life experiences. Thanks to Chaim, I also learned a lot during the sessions, including patience, the ability to listen to my body, and unconditional trust in the creative process. I always leave the studi..."
Oleg Kykov
Ukraine
I started to get tattooed by Chaim 7 years ago, the initial idea was a small and single piece which very fast developed to a whole bodysuit. Working with Chaim on this artwork is one of the best decisions I have ever made. Chaim's work is more about art than tattooing for me, through the design and tattoo work, my body feels more mine. The ritual of getting tattooed by Chaim is unlike anything I experienced before: he takes my input very serious, but reworks it in ways I could have never imagined. Chaim's ideas and views about body placement and flow never fail to impress - also many years after heaving his tattoos on me which healed great and aged with my body perfectly. When Chaim is tattooing, his concentration fills up the room. It draws you into a mutual inscription process. It is magical and I am confident that i will not let anyone else tattoo me."
Niels Ten Oever
The Netherlands

Collaborations

Art collabs with brands and creators

Chaim has collaborated with major brands and creators around the globe. These projects span industries such as automotive, product, and fashion design. Each collaboration is an expression of Chaim's artistic abilities.

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Go behind the scenes with the DotsToLines blog, where we share the untold stories behind Chaim's most intricate tattoos. Explore the creative process, the personal connections that shape each design, and the deeper meanings woven into his signature linework.

About Chaim

Chaim Machlev tattooing in his Berlin tattoo studio.
Chaim Machlev tattooing in his Los Angeles tattoo studio.

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Chaim left behind a promising career in tech after a deep spiritual experience with his first tattoo. This encounter sparked a radical transformation, leading him to pursue tattooing as his life's calling.

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