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Nick
Shop Lead · Black & Grey RealismPatient with first-timers, obsessive about line weight. Takes his time so the piece heals the way it should.
Downtown Arlington · Est. reputation, not hype
INK.
INK.
CULTURE.
ARLINGTON.
Custom work, American traditional, black & grey realism, and piercing — done right, by artists who live in this city. No appointment required. No attitude at the door.
WALK-INS
ALWAYS
WELCOME
ALWAYS
WELCOME
4.9★
Average rating across 2,400+ reviews from real clients, not a marketing number.
TUE–SUN
Open six days a week. Closed Mondays so the artists can rest their hands.
WALK-IN
No booking required for most flash and small custom pieces — just come by.
18+
Tattoos and piercings for adults. Valid ID required for every session.
The Artists
Hands you can trust with the skin you live in.
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Sam
Piercer · Sterile Technique NerdConch, septum, daith, lobes — Sam's the reason parents bring their kids here and actually feel good about it.
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Ehay
American Traditional · Bold LineFlash sheets built from scratch every week. If you want something that'll still look sharp in twenty years, start here.
What We Do
Every style, built on fundamentals.
American Traditional
Bold black outlines, saturated color, built to hold up for decades.
Realism
Portraits, animals, and photo-driven pieces with real depth and shading.
Custom Design
Bring a concept, walk out with something nobody else is wearing.
Piercing
Ears, face, and body piercing with implant-grade jewelry on hand.
4.9
★★★★★
"Nick is very professional and willing to take his time with you."
— summarized from 2,400+ reviews across Google, Yelp, and Facebook
Come Through
Find the shop.
Downtown Arlington, walking distance from UTA. Free street parking after 6pm and a lot around back.
MondayClosed
Tuesday12pm – 9pm
Wednesday12pm – 9pm
Thursday12pm – 9pm
Friday12pm – 9pm
Saturday12pm – 9pm
Sunday12pm – 6pm
1129 E Abram St, Arlington, TX 76010
(817) 987-5740