Custom tattoo artists
Where it comes from
Custom tattooing means the artist draws an original design for one client instead of using pre-drawn flash. It became the norm in many shops from the 1970s on as tattooing moved toward fine art.
What it looks like
Anything the client and artist imagine together, designed to fit the body part, the client's story and the artist's own style.
What it represents
A one-of-a-kind piece that tells the wearer's own story and that no one else will have.
InkFinder Pro lists 342 Custom tattoo artists across the US. The cities with the most Custom artists are Olympia, WA, Los Angeles, CA, Evansville, IN, Oklahoma City, OK and Phoenix, AZ. Search by city or ZIP to find Custom artists near you and see their work.
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Custom tattoo questions
What is Custom tattoo style?
Anything the client and artist imagine together, designed to fit the body part, the client's story and the artist's own style. Custom tattooing means the artist draws an original design for one client instead of using pre-drawn flash. It became the norm in many shops from the 1970s on as tattooing moved toward fine art.
What do Custom tattoos represent?
A one-of-a-kind piece that tells the wearer's own story and that no one else will have.
Where can I find Custom tattoo artists near me?
Enter your city or ZIP on this page, or tap Near me, to list Custom tattoo artists closest to you with their portfolios.
Which cities have the most Custom tattoo artists?
Olympia, WA (7), Los Angeles, CA (6), Evansville, IN (6), Oklahoma City, OK (6) and Phoenix, AZ (5).
Can I see a Custom tattoo design before booking?
Yes. Describe your idea in the free Design a Tattoo tool on InkFinder Pro and pick Custom as the style to get four designs to bring to an artist.