Non-refundable, non-transferable deposits are required for scheduling appointments.

The Shop

Tattoo artists at The Shop specialize in custom tattoos and/or portrait tattoos. So, you will not feel overwhelmed by racks of flash designs when you walk in the door. It’s comfortable and inviting. We have elaborate portfolios of our own custom flash and photorealistic drawings for you to choose from.

Aftercare Instructions

You have been tattooed by a trained professional tattoo artist. Care has been taken to keep the tattooing environment  clean and equipment sterile. We use the finest pigments available.  Your tattoo aftercare is absolutely crucial to the final condition of your tattoo.

Aftercare is solely your responsibility. The final product rests in your hands; take care of it. Follow these aftercare instructions.

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Veteran’s Discounts On Tattoos

Some of our active duty military and veteran clients have chosen Darl, because he is able to tattoo a precise replica of an important patch or medal or the portrait of a loved one to be remembered. Others are loyal to him, because (as a veteran himself) the owner of The Shop is happy to offer discounts and deployment tattoos to veterans.

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About The Shop

The business is licensed through the State of Michigan as a Body Art Facility in full compliance and has been inspected by the Livingston County Health Department. We’re happy to put even the tattoo-skittish mind at ease with a guided tour explaining why we managed to get zero code violations at our opening and follow-up inspection and what we do to maintain a sanitary environment year round.

Tattoo artists at The Shop specialize in custom tattoos and/or portrait tattoos. We’ll create custom designs for your tattoos and then retire those custom tattoo designs, guaranteeing your tattoo is uniquely yours.

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Recent News

Recall Alert: Ask Your Artist To Check The Lot Numbers Before They Tattoo You Using Scalpaink, Dynamic, Antone’s Ink, Color Art Inc, or Solid Ink

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Our inks were not affected by this recall. We subscribe to email alerts from the FDA pertaining to recalls, so we learn of recalls right away. None of the inks in our shop were the targets of this recall. None…

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