8 studios · avg 4.7★
Traditional Tattoo Artists in Des Moines, IA
Des Moines, IA has 8 traditional tattoo studios listed on GetInked. Traditional tattooing is known for bold outlines, solid color fills, and iconic flash imagery rooted in early American tattoo culture. Traditional shops here average 4.7★ across GetInked reviews.
Des Moines tattoo studio featuring diverse styles including Checkers, Flowers, Charlie, Super Saiyan, and Mares Leg flash designs.…
Black Magic Tattoo in Des Moines, IA is a female, queer-owned tattoo studio founded in 2021. They offer large-scale custom tattooi…
Lucky Gal Tattoo & Piercing operates 4 locations across Des Moines metro (Des Moines, Ankeny, Clive, Waukee) and offers tattoos, p…
Iron Heart Tattoo in Des Moines, IA (est. 2009) is a tattoo and piercing studio located in Beaverdale. They offer custom tattoo wo…
Yankee Doodle Dandy Tattoo is Des Moines' historic tattoo shop offering walk-in and appointment services. They do not do piercings…
Tattoo studio in Des Moines linked to Knoxville Tattoo; offers custom tattoo work. No first-party site content extracted; Wix-host…
Skin Kitchen Tattoo in Des Moines, IA is a tattoo and piercing studio featuring artists Jack Lowe, Jimmy St. John, and Brent Starr…
Expo Piercing + Ink in Des Moines, IA, founded in 1995, is a premier piercing-focused business that also offers tattoos among many…
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many traditional tattoo artists are in Des Moines, IA?
There are 8 traditional tattoo studios listed in Des Moines, IA on GetInked. Each profile shows style details, ratings, and — for claimed shops — direct booking.
What is traditional tattooing?
Traditional tattooing is known for bold outlines, solid color fills, and iconic flash imagery rooted in early American tattoo culture.
How do I find the best traditional tattoo artist in Des Moines?
Browse the Des Moines traditional listings on GetInked, compare ratings and reviews, and click through to each studio's profile to view portfolios before booking.
Can I book a traditional tattoo appointment in Des Moines on GetInked?
Yes. Studios that have claimed their GetInked profile accept direct booking — look for the "Book" button on a shop's page. Unclaimed listings show contact info so you can reach the shop directly.