Manhattan & Brooklyn
Every Style, Two NYC Shops
From bold traditional American flash to delicate fine line, photo-real portraits and flowing Japanese sleeves, our artists tattoo every major style at NYC Tattoo Shop, 141 Canal St in Manhattan, and our Brooklyn shop, NYC Tattoo Parlor, 164 N 6th St.
Browse the styles below to learn how each one looks, where it came from and how to plan your piece. Not sure which style fits your idea? Send a custom request and we’ll match you with the right artist.
The style guide
Choose Your Style
19 styles, grouped by look. Tap any style to learn more.
Bold & Classic
Blackwork & Fine Line
Color & Illustrative
Pattern & Ornamental
Realism & Portraits
From the shop
Recent Work
Traditional American pieces tattooed at NYC Tattoo Shop. See more new work on Instagram.
Finding your style
How to Pick a Style
Bold outlines and solid black, as in traditional and tribal, stay readable for decades. Delicate styles need a bit more size and sun care.
Round areas suit mandalas, long areas suit Japanese and floral flow, and flat areas suit realism.
Love color? Look at neo traditional, new school and watercolor. Prefer subtle? Try black & grey or fine line.
Save photos of tattoos you love. Your artist can tell you which style they are and how to make the idea your own.
Three ways in
How to Get Tattooed
- Walk in
Come by either shop for flash or a small piece. Walk-ins are welcome every day until 11:30 PM, first come, first served.
- Send a custom request
Share your idea, size in inches, placement and reference photos on the custom tattoos page. We’ll reply with dates and a price estimate.
- Book an artist
Know who you want? Browse our artists and book a set time online.
- Bring your ID
You must be 18 or older with a valid government-issued photo ID to get a tattoo.
Two shops
Where to Get Tattooed
Every style page links to booking at both of our NYC shops.
Manhattan
NYC Tattoo Shop
141 Canal St, New York, NY 10002
- Open 7 days from 10 AM
- Walk-ins welcome until 11:30 PM
- Call or text 212-404-8287
- Tattoos and body piercing
Brooklyn
NYC Tattoo Parlor
164 N 6th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
- Open 7 days from 12 PM
- Walk-ins welcome until 11:30 PM
- Call or text 718-500-3096
- Tattoos and body piercing
Good to know
Tattoo Styles FAQ
What tattoo styles do you offer?
We tattoo 19 styles across our two shops, including traditional American, neo traditional, Japanese, black and grey, fine line, realism, portraits, watercolor, geometric, mandala, dotwork, trash polka, tribal and hand poke. Tap any style above to learn more.
How do I choose a tattoo style?
Start with the look you love and how you want it to age. Bold styles such as traditional and tribal hold up for decades. Delicate styles such as fine line and watercolor need a little more size and sun care. If you are unsure, send a custom request and we will match you with the right artist.
Do both shops tattoo every style?
Both shops tattoo a wide range of styles. For a specific style, send a custom request or call, text or email us and we will match you with an artist who specializes in it.
Can I walk in for a tattoo?
Yes. Both shops take walk-ins every day until 11:30 PM, first come, first served. Manhattan opens at 10 AM and Brooklyn at 12 PM.
How much does a tattoo cost?
Smaller tattoos start at the $50 shop minimum. Larger or more intricate custom pieces are $200 per hour. The same pricing applies at both shops.
How old do I need to be?
You must be 18 or older with a valid government-issued photo ID to get a tattoo.
Manhattan & Brooklyn
Ready to Get Tattooed?
Book a set time online or walk in to either shop until 11:30 PM. Questions about a style? Call or text us, or email [email protected].