ReviewTattoo
Illinois · Artist directory

Tattoo artists
in Chicago.

Deep traditional roots, a strong neo-trad bench, and more fair pricing than the coasts.

Notable artists

2 featured
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    Nick Colella

    Great Lakes Tattoo · Traditional

    Traditional work at a world-class level. Great Lakes is basically a traditional tattoo institution.

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  2. 02

    Deno

    Great Lakes Tattoo · Traditional

    Another Great Lakes staple. Clean, high-contrast, built to last.

Shops worth knowing

3 featured

Great Lakes Tattoo

West Loop

One of the most respected traditional shops in the country. Walk-in friendly, strong flash library.

TraditionalNeo-Trad
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Speakeasy Custom Tattoo

River North

Versatile custom shop; multiple specialists across modern styles.

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Deluxe Tattoo

Lincoln Square

Longstanding custom shop with a traditional-leaning roster.

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