"A first ascent is a creation in the same sense as is a painting or a song"  -Royal Robbins

Our Mission

Established in 2024 by John Johnson, Crooked Dagger is a creative exploration of traditional mediums and digital creations. John’s focal point range from classic landscapes, American and neo traditional tattoo styles, and geometric pen and ink. With a degree in Illustration from Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design, John has worked in a variety of settings ranging from international design, branding operations, gallery shows, and traditional mediums and creative ideas. Over the last 12 years, he has continued to develop and evolve his styles and mediums to what it has become today.