8 studios · avg 4.8★

Portrait Tattoo Artists in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles, CA has 8 portrait tattoo studios listed on GetInked. Portrait tattoos capture likenesses of people, pets, and figures — requiring highly skilled shading and anatomical understanding. Portrait shops here average 4.8★ across GetInked reviews.

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Spinner Ink Tattoos★ 5 (580)

Spinner Ink Tattoos is a Los Angeles tattoo shop offering custom work and flash tattoo specials.

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B36 Tattoo & Piercing Studio★ 5 (112)

Visit B36 Tattoo & Piercing, a trusted West Hollywood tattoo shop on Melrose Avenue offering custom tattoos, walk-ins, and expert …

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Charnel House Tattoo★ 5 (29)

A custom tattoo studio in Toluca Lake, LA. Home to four skilled artists specializing in neotraditional, black & grey, fine line, i…

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Loft 7 Tattoo★ 5 (20)

Premium private tattoo studio in Venice, CA specializing in fine line, realism, script, and color tattoos. Experience personalized…

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Villains Tattoo Collective★ 4.9 (131)

Premier LA Arts District tattoo collective specializing in large scale black and grey realism, portraits, and lettering. Artists: …

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Reservoir Tattoo Studio★ 4.8 (187)

Echo Park area tattoo studio started by Bryan Ramirez in 2016, open daily with walk-ins.

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Black Anchor Melrose★ 4.7 (53)

Los Angeles Melrose Avenue tattoo gallery/studio founded by Nikko Hurtado featuring artists Hilmar Ramos, Dan McWilliams, Owen Pau…

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Brown Pride Tattoo & Piercing Shop★ 3.7 (12)

Brown Pride Tattoo & Piercing (Venice Blvd, Los Angeles) is a longstanding LA shop rooted in Chicano/Mexican-American culture, off…

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many portrait tattoo artists are in Los Angeles, CA?

There are 8 portrait tattoo studios listed in Los Angeles, CA on GetInked. Each profile shows style details, ratings, and — for claimed shops — direct booking.

What is portrait tattooing?

Portrait tattoos capture likenesses of people, pets, and figures — requiring highly skilled shading and anatomical understanding.

How do I find the best portrait tattoo artist in Los Angeles?

Browse the Los Angeles portrait listings on GetInked, compare ratings and reviews, and click through to each studio's profile to view portfolios before booking.

Can I book a portrait tattoo appointment in Los Angeles 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.