These 38 tattoo shops were nominated for Readers’ Choice as the best in Fort Worth
The Star-Telegram started with 38 reader-nominated tattoo shops, then narrowed down the list with rounds of voting. Here is the full list of the shops, along with some comments from readers who nominated them.
MORE: Read about the winning shops here.
These were Top 9 finalists
- Location: 3610 S. Cooper St., Arlington
- Follow: @kandy_shop
- What readers said: “Down-to-earth, friendly, professional, clean, comfortable environment, welcoming spirit, all-around calming experience! Work is always amazing never any scarring and always give us proper information about care for tattoos.”
- Location: 3517 Blue Bonnet Circle, Fort Worth
- Follow: @khaotic_zen
- What readers said: “Great with custom personal designs. Fair price. Will do touch ups as well.”
- Location: Private studio in Fort Worth
- Follow: @prathertattoos
- What readers said: “Accomplished artist, works fast, very clean, fair priced.”
Here are the other nominees
- Location: 951 Winscott Road, Benbrook
- Follow: @chadinkstertattoos
- What readers said: “I have 5 tattoos by Chad. He is very creative and artistic in helping you with exactly what your ideal tattoo should be, from your description of what you want as well as the reason you want the tattoo. He has done 2 for me in honor of my deceased husband and one for my deceased mother.”
Outlook Tattoo
- Location: 6101 Denton Highway, Haltom City
- Follow: @outlooktattoo
- What readers said: “Nick Clark is an amazing artist. He can take your dreams/visions and turn it into a reality even better than you imagined.”
- Location: 1099 School House Road, Haslet
- Follow: @renegade.ink
- What readers said: “Amazing local artist.”
- Location: 121 W. Pipeline Road, Hurst
- Follow: @virtuosotattoo
- What readers said: “Does awesome work.”
- Location: 2249 N. Main St., Fort Worth
- Follow: @cowtowntattoolounge
- Location: 6465 E. Rosedale St., Fort Worth
- Follow: @epicink_tattoostudio
What readers said: “Very thorough consultation, informative, upfront pricing, clean, sterile environment and does amazing work!”
- Location: 7944 Camp Bowie West, Fort Worth
- Follow: @boneheadtattoo
- What readers said: “He always goes above and beyond and makes sure that you are happy with the work that he does. He is the only person I will ever allow to do tattoos for me or anyone I know.”
Randy Adams Tattoo Studio & Piercings
- Location: 6467 E. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth
- Follow: @randyadamstattoostudio
- What readers said: “Every time you go, no matter who’s there, they get to know & understand what you are looking for. I’ve referred several friends & I always love their ink!”
- Location: 6467 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
- Follow: @royal1tattoos
- What readers said: “Experienced artists, original art, clean and open space.”
- Location: 1426 N. Main St., Fort Worth
- Follow: @luckyhorseshoetattoosmokeshop
- What readers said: “Thomas donates his free time to covering up hate tattoos for free as long as the person commits to changing their lives of hate and turn that into a life of love.”
- Location: 3023 Bledsoe St., Fort Worth
- Follow: @sleepyhollowtattoos
- Location: 3500 Williams Road, Benbrook
- Follow: @arielstats
- Location: 3204 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth
- Follow: @ink817tattooco
- What readers said: “Great service, great atmosphere, great artists.”
- Location: 215 N. Walnut Creek Drive, Mansfield
- Follow: @_theblackrosestudio_
- What readers said: “Best work I have ever seen/gotten. Also have the best customer service from all of the artists. They create some of the most beautiful pieces.”
- Location: 209 S. Jennings Ave., Fort Worth
- Follow: @fadetoblacktattooco
- What readers said: “Attention to detail, customization of all tattoos, willingness to learn.”
- Location: 4001 W. Green Oaks Blvd., Arlington
- Follow: @depictiontattoos
- What readers said: “This is classy but laid-back shop, and each artist is amazingly talented. They each have their specialties but they all have a wide skill set. They have guests artists at times throughout the year as well, and they have great customer service. I’ve been tattooed several places but this is now my absolute go-to shop.”
Spinning Needle Tattoos and Piercings
- Location: 2711 N. Main St., Fort Worth
- Follow: @spinningneedletattoos
- What readers said: “Great work!”
- Location: 1953 Golden Heights Road, Fort Worth
- Follow: @zombietattoojoe
- What readers said: “He specializes in realism and his attention to detail is impeccable. He is a great conversationalist and offers to take breaks when needed. I love the aftercare products he uses and offers to help make the healing process as smooth as possible. Definitely recommend him for your next tattoo!”
- Location: 5936 Curzon Ave., Fort Worth
- Follow: @bluerosetattoostudio
- What readers said: “They are awesome! Great artists and customer service.”
Inktwister Tattoos
- Location: 5134 Jacksboro Hwy, Fort Worth
- Follow: @inktwister
- What readers said: “Robert is truly an incredible artist from his knowledge of different tattoo styles, to his understanding of color, shading and overall artist knowledge. He’s also extremely personable and fun to chat with during a tattoo session. He’s courteous, respectful and truly knows how to make a client’s vision for a piece come to life on the skin, in an impressive timely manner, in a way that’s the least traumatic experience I’ve had.”
- Location: 121 S. Main St., Fort Worth
- Follow: @panthercitytattoos
- What readers said: “Owner/artist treats his team and customers with respect. Very talented artist who makes even the novice tatooee feel super comfortable.”
- Location: 216 Park Place, Azle
- Follow: @tattoomiky
- What readers said: “Amazing artist. She has done a lot of work for me. Did a tribute for a fallen friend last year and absolutely knocked it out of the park. She’s awesome to work with and will guide you and make the best of suggestions if something will work or it won’t.”
- Location: 3726 Golden Triangle Blvd., Keller
- Follow: @inkworkztattoos
- What readers said: “His artistry is amazing and his tattoos heal fast and clean.”
- Location: 965 Alta Mere Drive, Fort Worth
- Follow: @scarlettydetattoo
- Location: 1214 NW 25th St., Fort Worth
- What readers said: “The owner is the most patient guy I have ever seen with customers.”
Lost Veil Tattoo
- Location: Rogers Hotel, 100 N. College St., Waxahachie
- Follow: @lostveiltattoo
- What readers said: “Clean, sterile, friendly, fantastic artist.”
- Location: 3014 Alta Mere Drive, Fort Worth
- Follow: @tattoocathedral
- What readers said: “Jasin Clements does absolutely amazing work, especially with coverups. Getting work done there is always a good time with good conversation as well.”
TX Sinners & Saints Tattoo Co.
- Location: 335 NW Hillery St., Burleson
- Follow: @sstattooco
- Location: 301 W. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth,
- Follow: @worldfamoustattooranch
- What readers said: “I’ve had art done by this artist for many years. His prices are reasonable. His work is incredible. He’s a very friendly artist.”
Matt Leclercq
Fort Worth Star-Telegram