Portrait Tattoos in Calgary
Custom portraits and realism, in black and grey and colour. Look through the work and pick the artist whose style speaks to you.
not ready to launch: only 2 pieces on file are portraits of a person, and both are small screenshots. The page needs 8 or more captioned portrait pieces at full size. The shop's Instagram shows more of Moose's portrait work: client to supply those files
Portrait and Realism Work
Moose specializes in black and grey, portraits and custom tattoos. Kylie specializes in realism.
Book or ask which pieces count as portrait and realism work is our reading of the portfolio: client to confirm 3 of 8 pieces only exist as small screenshots: full-size files needed client to supply: what makes a good reference photo, smallest size for a portrait, colour or black and grey, pet portraits, usual session length
Portrait and Realism Artists
MooseBlack and grey, portraits, custom tattoos. $200/hrSee Moose's work
KylieRealism. $150/hrSee Kylie's work
Planning a Portrait Tattoo
Do I need a design consultation appointment?
Consultations are free. We are happy to take a few moments and consult with you about your design. Please just call the shop at (403) 474-6660 to make sure the artist is there, then swing by to chat. It also helps if you send ideas, sketches or photos. Helps keep things organized.
What should I consider when designing my tattoo?
Composition, size, colour or black and grey, are all good things to think about. Our artists will always give you their best advice from experience.
How much does it cost? Is there a minimum?
Our minimum shop charge for 15 min or less with one needle is $120 plus tax.
Our minimum shop charge for 15 to 45 min is $150 plus tax.
Anything beyond 45 min is charged at the individual hourly rate of each artist plus a $40 shop fee, and then tax applied.
What if I'm late to the appointment or need to cancel?
We book our appointments with a cash deposit. $100 for 1 to 3 hrs. $300 for 4 hrs and up, per day (ie you book 3 sittings, 5 hr days each, that's $300 per day for deposit).
We appreciate notice if you're going to be late, and will accommodate if we can, however some days there are more than one appointment, so we cannot guarantee you will still get tattooed that day.
We are happy to reschedule your appointment with at least 3 days notice. Less notice than this will be considered a cancellation. Cancellations result in the loss of the deposit for that day. Clients later than one hour will automatically be considered a cancellation.
Can I get a tattoo over scar tissue or stretch marks?
Yes, but there can be limitations in the design, or composition.
Free Consultations
Consultations are free. We are happy to take a few moments and consult with you about your design. Please call the shop to make sure the artist is there, then swing by to chat. It also helps to send ideas, sketches or photos.
which artists take walk-ins, and whether apprentice work is priced differently: client to confirm