The Shop

Loading …

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.

How Old Do You Have To Be To Get A Tattoo In Michigan?

The Shop does not tattoo minors. Not even with parental consent. Sorry.

Teens want to know, “How old do you have to be to get a tattoo in Michigan?” The fact is, there is no minimum age to get a tattoo in Michigan, pursuant to Mich. Comp. Laws § 333.13102.

What Are Photo-Realistic Tattoos?

Examples of portrait and photorealism tattoos with examples from tattoo artist Darl Papple, owner of The Shop in Fowlerville, Michigan.

Tattoo Artist Needed

We are looking for an artist for our fourth booth. We are looking for someone who is honest, usually friendly, mostly happy, generally flexible, and an exceptional artist. The Shop is clean, comfortable and relaxing. We are a family-friendly facility. We do not discriminate (nor do we tolerate discrimination from our staff) based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or national origin.

Gift Certificates

We do offer tattoo gift certificates and they make outstanding gifts for the tattoo lovers in your life. Here’s the scoop on how tattoo gift certificates work at The Shop.

How to Get Discounted Gift Certificates

Often, we will run tattoo gift certificate specials where you can purchase gift certificates for much less than face value.

Tattoos and Sanitation Checklist

In Michigan, tattooing has just recently begun being monitored by the health departments. The Livingston County Health Department completes the inspections here in Fowlerville. Even with this new statewide policing though, there are still some lingering bad habits that can be seen in some tattoo shops around the state. While, our county has exceptional tattoo shops, below are some of the things to look out for if you end up in a tattoo shop elsewhere in the state.

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

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.

State Regulations And Health Inspection Results

The Shop is a licensed facility in downtown Fowlerville, Michigan. We have always and will always post our completed health inspection reports for full transparency.

Below, you’ll find links to all of past body art health inspection results of The Shop. Please click on them to see what goes into a health inspection and how our facility did.

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.

Michigan Licensed Body Art Facilities

by Darl PappleJuly 26, 2018July 26, 2018

Nearly eight years ago, Public Act 375, was enacted. That’s the law in the State of Michigan that governs over body art facilities and tattooers. Public Act 375 made it so that individuals can’t legally tattoo, brand, microblade, or perform…

How Old Do You Have To Be To Get A Tattoo In Michigan?

by Darl PappleJune 29, 2018July 2, 2018

The Shop does not tattoo minors. Not even with parental consent. Sorry. Teens want to know, “How old do you have to be to get a tattoo in Michigan?” The fact is, there is no minimum age to get a…

Our Best Portrait Tattoo Advice- With Images From Darl Papple At The Shop In Fowlerville

by Darl PappleSeptember 27, 2017July 1, 2018

Advice for choosing a portrait tattoo artist or a portrait tattoo subject for the best outcome. Plus pricing suggestions.

What Are Photo-Realistic Tattoos?

by Darl PappleSeptember 23, 2017July 2, 2018

Examples of portrait and photorealism tattoos with examples from tattoo artist Darl Papple, owner of The Shop in Fowlerville, Michigan.

Tattoo Artist Needed

by Darl PappleSeptember 5, 2017July 6, 2018

Tattoos in the Workplace: More Acceptable or Still Taboo?

by Darl PappleJanuary 4, 2017January 4, 2017

Written by Jennifer Swarthout “Tattoos are unprofessional.” In The United States and a majority of Europe, tattoos and piercings are pulling further away from the unprofessional stereotype. In fact, most hiring adults define professionalism with values, including how you treat…

How to Get Discounted Gift Certificates

The Shop

Recent News