Tattoo Shops In Bangalore
What makes a good tattoo artist? It might sound like a loaded question – and that’s because it is!
Art is expression. With tattoos, art is the expression of both a tattoo artist and the person getting inked. Knowing how good an artist is, therefore, is extremely important when choosing who you get your tattoo from.
But art is not objective. And neither is the skill of an artist. This is even truer when it comes to tattoos since there is such a wide range of styles an artist can specialize in – and most tattoo artists specialize in more than one style of tattooing. Some styles, such as tribal, religious, minimalist script tattoos and certain designs such as animal tattoos are very common and you’ll find most tattoo artists do them, each with their own personal touch.
So if art and skill are subjective, how do we select the best artist for you? We don’t.
Instead, we provide you with a list of artists who are at the top of their specialization – and let you make the right choice for yourself! Maybe their art will inspire you, or maybe you already have a design in mind and have been waiting to find the right tattoo artist to ink it for you. Either way, we’re sure this list will help you narrow your search for the best tattoo artist in Bangalore!
Click on any of the artist or head straight to Jhaiho.com to narrow your tattoo artist search in Bangalore. Jhaiho is making your tattoo hunt easier by listing tattoo studios with details like Studio fees, Specialization, Amenities and much more.
Now let’s get to it! Here are our picks for some of the best tattoo artists in Bangalore.
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Aliens Tattoo
Aliens are a well-known and established studios. Originally based in Mumbai, they’ve recently opened a studio in Koramangala, Bangalore.
Headed by Sunny Bhanushali, Aliens has a core team of artists that specialize in a wide range of tattoo styles and techniques. Bhanushali himself is known for realistic and hyper-realistic tattoos.
Aliens Tattoos houses talented tattoo artists skilled in a wide range of styles, including dotwork, illusion, and surrealism (such as biomechanical pieces). This is a studio that places emphasis on ensuring each tattoo is unique, which is why you’ll find a story attached to each piece they do.
. Aliens are one of the top studios across India with an extensive client base, including celebrities, so expect to pay a higher price than you would at most other studios in Bangalore. But rest assured, you get what you pay for! If you’re considering getting a tattoo from them, be sure to book well in advance because their slots fill up pretty quickly!
Kraayonz Tattoo Studio
With over 19 years in the business, Kraayonz is one of the oldest tattoo institutions in India. They have studios in all major Indian cities, including one in Koramangala, Bangalore.
Started by celebrity tattoo artist Sameer Patange, Kraayonz already has quite a reputation among tattoo-lovers in the country. All their studios house talented tattoo artists that specialize in a variety of tattoo styles, many of whom have trained under mentors like Pradeep Menon (of Dark Arts the Tattoo Studio) and Patange himself.
Even with their wide range of specializations, Kraayonz in Bangalore has come to be known for its abstract tattoos and stunning use of colour, which are a speciality of the artists at Kraayonz Bangalore. They also work with other styles including dotwork and blackwork.
Check out their work on jhaiho.com or follow us on Instagram to stay up-to-date on Kraayonz latest designs!
InkOverMatter
InkOverMatter was started by friends Anurag and Vivek as a home studio in 2012, and it has since grown into much more. With a specialization in Old School, InkOverMatter has some stunning vintage-style pieces that evoke a strong sense of nostalgia.
InkOverMatter is a growing studio who continuously diversify what they have to offer. And with the addition of a whole roster of visiting artists like Rollen Lasrado (of Inkadelik Tattoos) and Thapan Das, InkOverMatter’s specializations have expanded over the years to include portrait, realism, abstract, geometric, illusion work, blackwork, colour, and much more.
In other words, this is the perfect place for anyone looking to get a piece that fuses a wide range of styles while also paying homage to the roots of modern tattooing. Check out our Instagram handle for more!
Verve Tattoo Studio
While many presume larger pieces with great detail are the hardest to do, small tattoos are often just as hard because they require precision and skill not common in a novice artist. It takes years of experience to be able to work a machine that way, and even more to be able to understand ink and skin to such a degree that one can create stunning pieces with such a limited canvas.
Though adept at various styles of tattooing, Jessie of Verve Tattoo Studio enjoys working on tattoos that are unique and challenging – whether they be abstract ornamental sleeves or tiny minimalist tattoos.
Verve also does some brilliant work with colours, portraits, and coverups, and their catalog boasts some impressive ornamental and spiritual tattoos as well.
Book an appointment with them at Verve Tattoo Studio. Verve’s slots fill up quickly, so be sure to book in advance!
Ancient Tattoo Studio
Ancient is located in HSR, which makes them one of the most accessible studios for people in South Bangalore. While they work with many styles and designs, Ancient’s skill with lines and black inks stands out.
Blending traditional styles of tattooing with modern tattoo trends, Ancient is an excellent choice for anyone that has a design- or several! – in mind and needs an experienced tattoo artist to help them bring it to life.
They also do some great minimal couple tattoos! Ancient is your choice if you’re looking to get inked with your partner, friend, sibling – even parent!
Sculp Tattoo Studio
With a humble storefront tucked away in a peaceful laneway, Sculp stands as one of the most experienced tattoo parlors in Koramangala, Bangalore. Specializing in customization and large abstract and blackwork pieces, Sculp prides itself in its art and seeks to tell each person’s story with skillful grandeur.
Put simply – they place a lot of emphasis on customization and detailing, and to that end, prefer to work exclusively with medium to large pieces.
You’re sure to find something out of the ordinary when you get inked at Sculp!
If you’ve been holding off on getting that full-back tattoo or a sleeve customized, Sculp is probably going to be exactly what you’ve been waiting for. Make a booking with them now.
Atinga Arts & Tattoos
This studio’s name tells you what its biggest focus is – art! Tom of Atinga is the kind of artist that focuses exclusively on the art in every piece he works on. This means it doesn’t matter what style of specialization you enquire about, Atinga is all about the creative process. His catalog features many religious and spiritual figures, which draws a lot on Tom’s worldviews.
Tom is enamoured by tattoos that are very meaningful to the client. Looking to get your favorite memory or an animal you love immortalized in ink, or perhaps you’re finally ready to get that dedication to your parents tattooed? Tom’s your artist.
If you have a very personal story that you want to have detailed in ink, Atinga is the perfect studio for you.
Inkadelik Tattoos
Blending elements from various styles like blackwork, tribal, geometric, and dotwork, Tattoo Trends specialize in creating a wide range of pieces that are traditional and retro in equal measure. Tattoo Trends’ variety of specializations allows them to develop minimalistic line-work tattoos just as easily as they do detailed sleeves and portraits.
Though tattoo artist Guru’s style includes a variety of elements, his tribal and blackwork pieces are easily the standouts in his catalog.
Follow Guru on Instagram to keep up with his latest tattoo projects. Make a booking with Guru at Tattoo Trends.
Birthmark Tattoo n' Customs
With over 12 years of experience and several accolades under his belt, Raul of Birthmark Tattoos n Customs is one of the most experienced artists on the Bangalore tattoo scene. What makes his work genuinely enduring, however, is his unique approach to tattooing. Raul prefers to customize tattoos based on a client’s unique story, blending in elements that truly represent the client.
While his core specialization is Irezumi, a traditional style of tattooing from Japan, Raul works with various other styles as well, often fusing elements from blackwork and tribal styles of various cultures into his designs.
Check him out on Instagram and be treated a unique tale behind every piece!
Tattoo Trends
Blending elements from various styles like blackwork, tribal, geometric, and dotwork, Tattoo Trends specialize in creating a wide range of pieces that are traditional and retro in equal measure. Tattoo Trends’ variety of specializations allows them to develop minimalistic line-work tattoos just as easily as they do detailed sleeves and portraits.
Though tattoo artist Guru’s style includes a variety of elements, his tribal and blackwork pieces are easily the standouts in his catalog.
Follow Guru on Instagram to keep up with his latest tattoo projects. Make a booking with Guru at Tattoo Trends.
Tattoos and Tales
“Every tattoo has a tale, what’s yours?” Started by couple tattooists Srinath and Malathy, Tattoos & Tales are known for their range of small to medium pieces that often feature some really quirky themes, including pop-culture and cartoon ones.
Tattoos & Tales work with a variety of designs, bringing their unique style to each piece.
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