Best Tattoo Shops in Pittsburgh

2021

Armature Tattoo Co.

• Body Art

Armature Tattoo is a tattoo studio located in Pittsburgh. The modern, industrial art-themed studio opened its doors in 2012, and specializes in custom tattoo services. Currently, the team has five resident tattoo artists, with each one specializing in a different service, including American traditional, black and grey, color, realism, and New School designs. The team prefers for clients to schedule by appointment, however, they also caters to walk-ins if they are available.

Art FX Tattoo Inc.

• Traditional Tattoos

Art FX Tattoo Inc. is a team of tattoo artists located in Pittsburgh. The shop has been around for over 22 years and employs a team of six artists. Its team has a combined experience of over 50 years creating and designing tattoos. The team can ink color, black and white, tribal, and other illustrations. Art FX Tattoo accepts large tattoo jobs and even smaller pieces. It maintains a safe workspace by using new and sanitized equipment for every tattoo.

Artisan

• Watercolor Tattoos
• Traditional Tattoos
• Body Art

Artisan is a Pittsburgh fine art tattoo studio, art gallery, and cafe. The studio is known for its fine art tattoo designs by its own resident artists as well as guest tattooers from all over the world. Potential clients are asked to review all artist portfolios to figure out which style they would like to use in their body art. Wifi is available in the shop as well as a selection of handmade clothing, lingerie, accessories, patches and prints, and small artworks for sale.

Black Cat Tattoos

• Geometric Tattoos
• Watercolor Tattoos
• Neotraditional Tattoos
• Traditional Tattoos

Black Cat Tattoos is a tattoo studio that has been operating in Pittsburgh since 2009. Its founders, Jason Lambert and Cara Cable, opened the shop to emphasize friendly and open collaboration with its clients. The studio's artists use traditional techniques and accept design ideas for each session. Its website contains each artist's portfolio that includes multiple black-and-gray and full-color designs. Black Cat Tattoos also specializes in oriental characters, floral designs, animal images, and celebrity portraits.

Brothers Keeper Tattoo

Brothers Keeper Tattoo has been a Westview tattoo studio for almost five years. The shop's five resident artists can be contacted directly and have a portfolio of their past designs on the company's site. Employees are trained in cross-contamination prevention and are bloodborne pathogen-certified, and Brothers Keeper follows hospital-grade sterilization techniques and utilizes single-use needles and equipment.

Gypsy Tattoo Parlor

• Traditional Tattoos

Gypsy Tattoo Parlor brings over 20 years of experience in tattoos and art to the Pittsburgh community. The studio specializes in custom tattoos and is known for working closely with clients to make their experience, as well as their ink, memorable. Consultations are required, and clients can also ask for designs to help cover scars. Michelle Joy holds a degree in art from Parsons School of Design and often uses an illustrative, intricate style influenced by engravings and woodcuts.

In The Blood Tattoo

• Traditional Tattoos

In the Blood Tattoo has been providing tattoos for Pittsburgh residents for over 15 years. The shop is known for being clean, friendly, and professional and was voted the winner for Best Body Art from 2009 to 2011 by the Readers' Choice PGH City Paper. No person under the age of 16 will be inked, and minors must have photo ID and birth certificate as well as be accompanied by a parent/guardian with photo ID. Walk-ins are welcome.

Jester's Court Tattoos - South Side

• Body Art

Jester's Court Tattoos & Mores is an insured tattoo shop that has been catering to clients in Pittsburgh for 25 years. It offers a broad range of designs including, portraits, black and gray, florals, insects, reworks, and cover-ups. Its team of award-winning artists has over 50 years of collective experience in the industry. All of their works can be viewed by customers on the company website. Jester’s Court also offers piercing via the Hot Rod Piercing Company.

Mantis Tattoo and Piercing

• Body Art

Mantis Tattoo and Piercing has been serving the Jeannette area with tattoos for almost 10 years. Photos of the three artists' designs can be seen online, and the piercers are members of the APP. The shop follows strict guidelines for safety, sanitation, and cleanliness, and all materials used for a client's tattoo are thrown away after use. No person under the age of 18 can be tattooed, and only those 16 years of age or older can enter Mantis.

Pittsburgh Tattoo & Piercing Company

• Traditional Tattoos

Pittsburgh Tattoo Company provides tattoos to the residents of Pittsburgh. The studio is known for being friendly, clean, and professional with high quality work and a range of styles for potential clients to choose from via its four resident tattooers. A full gallery of past body art helps people decide which artist they may want to work with and is available via the shop's website. Clients can also schedule appointments online as well as browse through Pittsburgh Tattoo Company's upcoming events.

Pittsburgh Tattoo Studio

• Body Art

The Pittsburgh Tattoo Studio offers tattoo services in the Pittsburgh area and has a combined 20 years of experience in the business. Patrons come to the studio for high-quality designs and a clean space to relax in. Work includes small tattoos, fine line lettering, cover-ups, color, black and gray, and large custom pieces as well as an array of piercing options. A large selection of body jewelry and aftercare products is also available, and walk-ins are welcome.

South Side Tattoo and Body Piercing

• Traditional Tattoos

South Side Tattoo and Body Piercing has been a Pittsburgh tattoo studio for over 20 years. Owner Veronica was the first woman in Pittsburgh to be a tattoo artist and the first woman in Pennsylvania to own a tattoo shop. With more than 22 years of experience, Veronica is known for her versatility and use of color and is joined by three other talented tattooers. South Side is open seven days a week and walk-ins are welcome.

Up In Arms Tattoos & Piercings

• Body Art

Up In Arms Tattoo and Piercing has been serving the Moon community with tattooing services for almost 10 years. The shop welcomes walk-ins and is known for its friendly staff, cleanliness, and collaboration with clients on custom designs. Up In Arms has four resident artists, and samples of all their artwork can be viewed online. Tattoo removal services are also available.

Wyld Chyld Tattoo Pittsburgh

• Traditional Tattoos

Wyld Chyld Tattoo brings decades of experience in tattooing to Pittsburgh residents. The shop offers various artists, each specializing in their own styles including black and gray, color, photorealism, and cover-ups. Owner Sarah Miller was recently featured on Spike TV's Ink Master and was the 2014 winner for Best Tattoo & Piercing from Pittsburgh A-List. Artist Ty'esha Reels, also of Ink Master season 5 fame, specializes in coverups, realism, and color tattoos, and artist Lauren Toohey recently won 1st place watercolor at the United Ink Cradle of Aviation. Wyld Chyld is an official seller of Sullen clothing and also offers custom phone cases by Sarah Miller, custom jewelry, and other clothing items.