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4 VERIFIED SHOPS

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What Locals Say About Carmel Tattoo Shops

Anne Bennett on Phong Tattoo

I had my first visit with Phong. I scheduled out almost 2 1/2 months in advance to see him. All I can say is that it was absolutely worth the wait. He was patient, knowledgeable and very helpful in putting my design plan together and making it the perfect tattoo for me. His line work is absolutely Extraordinary! He took his time with me, knowing I was nervous, and once he started that nervousness went away almost immediately. His line work is exceptional, and he has a very soft hand, which was very comforting as well. All I can say is thank you so much for making my vision come to fruition. I love it and I will be back when I am ready to do more!

The parlor itself was extremely clean and very welcoming. Everyone working there was very kind and made the place inviting and eased my nerves about getting a tattoo. The artist who did my tattoo, Savannah, was EXTREMELY talented. She was so friendly and supportive, and I felt very comfortable around her in such a short period of time. She helped me find the right placement for the design that she drew (which was perfect) and made sure I was ready when she applied the needle. She did the entire tattoo in less than an hour, and when I looked at the tattoo I was ecstatic. The details were impeccable and beautiful, and the tattoo was exactly what I wanted. Savannah is extremely talented and I will be coming back for my next tattoo!

I browsed several tattoo shops in Carmel before making the best decision of my life and going with Grace Enstrom at Forever Gallery. I could never thank Grace enough for the beautiful masterpiece she created on my skin. When I first walked in Forever Gallery, Grace was the artist who came to talk with me initially about the piece I wanted. I did not look at any of Grace’s past tattoos. I did not know how long Grace had been tattooing. I just showed Grace a photo of what I wanted and asked her, “Can you make me something exactly like this?” Without hesitation, Grace confidently responded, “Yes I can do that.” She did not know, but she was the first tattoo artist to confidently assure me that she could do a tattoo exactly like the photo I showed her. I had gone to many artists before her who had responded with things like, “Well I can make something similar, but it won’t be exactly like that.” And with that, my life was changed forever. I knew that I had found my artist. Grace did recommend looking at all the artists’ work to see what style I liked best. However, there was no need. I knew Grace was the one. This piece was very large, so I was a little nervous about getting it. Grace has a digital program that allows you to see the outline of the tattoo on your skin before she starts tattooing. Once she sent me the outline, I was completely in love. All my nervous feelings vanished. It looked so beautiful. And Grace brought that outline to life in an extraordinary way that I never could have imagined. To say Grace is talented is an understatement. She is an amazing tattoo artist. She is also unbelievably humble and kind, which makes her even more powerful as an artist. I cannot say enough good things about her. Trust me, you will not be disappointed about getting a tattoo with Grace. She is a true gem with remarkable talent. The entire piece took 3 sessions (5 hour, 4 hour, and 3 hour). I needed several shorter sessions because I’m very weak and can’t tolerate the pain well. For the last session, I ended up buying some tattoo numbing cream and applying that before the session. It made a world of difference. I highly recommend it. Forever Gallery is in Carmel located next to the infamous Graeter’s ice cream (as if that’s not a good enough sign for you to get a tattoo here). There are 6 artists (3 women and 3 men). All the artists do both black and color tattoos. The environment in this shop is very warm and inviting. I definitely recommend Forever Gallery if you are looking for high quality tattoos!

Getting Tattooed in Carmel, Indiana

Carmel has 4 verified tattoo shops in our directory, backed by 2,217 customer reviews and an average rating of 4.8 stars. Phong Tattoo currently leads local rankings with 5.0 stars across 666 reviews.

Local artists cover styles including American Traditional, Black & Grey, Realism & Portrait and Geometric & Mandala. 1 shop welcomes walk-ins. 2 offer piercing services. 2 specialize in cover-up work. Each shop page includes hours, contact details, and recent customer reviews to help you compare before booking.

Carmel Tattoo Shop FAQs

How many tattoo shops are in Carmel, Indiana?

Our directory lists 4 verified tattoo shops in Carmel, Indiana, with 2,217 customer reviews combined and an average rating of 4.8 stars.

What is the highest-rated tattoo shop in Carmel?

Phong Tattoo is the top-rated tattoo shop in Carmel based on our ranking, with a 5.0-star average across 666 customer reviews.

Do tattoo shops in Carmel accept walk-ins?

Yes — 1 of the 4 shops in Carmel welcomes walk-in clients. Availability varies by day, so calling ahead is still a good idea for larger pieces.

Where can I get a piercing in Carmel?

2 shops in Carmel offer professional piercing services alongside tattooing, typically with implant-grade jewelry.

What tattoo styles are available in Carmel?

Artists in Carmel work in American Traditional, Black & Grey, Realism & Portrait and Geometric & Mandala. Check each shop's page for artist portfolios and customer reviews mentioning specific styles.