Best Tattoo Shops in Tacoma, WA

Ink Staind Tattoo is a tattoo studio that started in 2008, serving clients in Puyallup, Tacoma, and surrounding areas. It caters to first-timers, tattoo veterans, military personnel, and first responders. Its two artists, Crystal and Kylie Jane, use organic and vegan ink for their designs. The studio's website features its portfolio of works in all styles like lettering, floral designs, portraits, and watercolor drawings. It can also handle customized designs, revamp old or improperly made tattoos, and retouch fading pieces.

Lo And Behold Tattoo is a tattoo shop based in Olympia that also serves clients in Tacoma. It offers different styles that include Japanese design, traditional, and black and grey. Lo And Behold Tattoo owner and tattoo artist Robert Egbert, who began offering his services in 1995, was serving in the Marine Corps when he started making tattoos. His team is composed of tattoo artists, each with at least 20 years of experience in the industry.

Founded in 1998, Flaming Dragon Tattoo Company is a tattoo shop with two locations in Tacoma. Owner and tattoo artist, Scott Schafer, has 30 years of experience in the industry. Together with his team of artists who have diverse interests and styles, he provides design and application of custom imagery for all his customers. In addition to tattooing services, they also offer piercing using a wide assortment of jewelry. The shop and the devices used are kept clean and sanitized.

True Love Tattoo & Art Gallery, located in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood, specializes in custom tattoos. The studio is available seven days a week for clients from Tacoma who are looking for tattoo artists who can work in a variety of styles. Each tattoo artist has years of experience in creating tattoo designs ranging from Japanese, black & grey, colorwork, as well as intricate geometric designs. Consultations are encouraged, and clients are welcome to bring any references such as drawings and photographs of other tattoos to the appointment.

Supergenius Tattoo is a tattoo shop serving Tacoma. Tattoo artist Damon Conklin owns the tattoo shop that maintains experienced tattoo artists like Cory Jordan, Matt Wear, and Nate Leslie. Conklin started as a tattoo artist in 1995 and has been servicing the area ever since. He is a member of a group of artists and tattooers called the Sullen Art Collective, which promotes tattoo-inspired artwork. Making an appointment for larger tattoos is encouraged, although walk-ins will be accommodated.

Sacred Soul Tattoo is a tattoo studio servicing residents of Tacoma. Its team of professional tattoo artists specializes in a wide range of styles, including full color, watercolor, illustrative, neo-traditional, black and gray hyperrealism, abstract, Japanese, and graffiti tattoo techniques. The business is owned by Michelle Haley, who has been included in the SoTattooed's list of top 100 tattoo artists in the world—and she had the additional distinction of being one of only ten artists in the roster.

Known as Renton's oldest tattoo shop, Idolize Tattoo has served the greater Seattle area for over 20 years. The studio features a team of tattoo artists with a combined experience of over 50 years in the industry. The team, comprised of Henry James, Nicholas Rothenbuhler, and Matt Madison, plus their apprentice DL Rius, helps clients find a tattoo that matches their exact design preference and needs. The artists have spent years honing their craft and specializing in various styles, ranging from traditional, classic, bold, illustrative, and colorful tattoos. The shop is open seven days a week and accepts walk-in clients.

Old Tacoma Tattoo Parlor is a modern-classic tattoo shop situated in the heart of North Tacoma. To ensure the health and safety of its clients, the studio follows high standards in tattooing and practices hospital-grade sterilization. Its owner, Andre Ortego, can create custom designs in varying styles, including traditional Americana, black and gray imagery, colorwork, and pin-up. In business since 1993, Old Tacoma Tattoo Parlor strives to stay true to the traditions of the tattoo industry.

Dzul Ink Lounge is a body art studio near Tacoma that offers custom tattoos, body piercing, and airbrush art. The studio comes with a lounge-like ambiance and an art gallery with paintings and photographs. It has a VIP room for a more private client experience and uses specialized equipment for tattoo and piercing works. Its tattoo artists are committed to observing sterilization and cleanliness standards while providing relaxing services. Jacob Dzul's tattoo style is influenced by pre-Hispanic and Mexican-American art.

Tsunami Tattoo is a studio that has been providing tattoo services in Tacoma since 2000. The studio is composed of four resident tattoo artists namely Damien Dekay, Erin Cleo, Nate Leinfelder, and Timothy McCarthy. The artists have experience in traditional, realism, wildlife, floral, lettering, and geometry designs. Timothy is the founder and has more than 30 years of experience in the industry. His work has been featured in different publications. Tsunami Tattoo accepts clients by appointment only.

Family Tradition Tattoo Parlor offers body art to the people of Puyallup and the surrounding communities, including Tacoma. The studio’s owner, Jeremie James, draws inspiration from well-known tattooers, such as Tim Henrix, Luke Wessman, Mikey Slater, and Jack Rudy. Along with the shop’s resident artist, Colton Keough, he can take on a wide variety of tattoo styles, including black and gray realism, portraiture, and traditional Americana. Interested individuals are encouraged to book an appointment. Walk-ins may be accommodated as well.