By Cindy Lockstone
Tattoos have been important to cultures since the days of Ancient Egypt. Today, tattoos are created by master tattoo artists, boasting a variety of meanings and designs. Whether you’re looking for an addition to your sleeve, need a tattoo covered up, or you’re getting inked for the first time, these Kansas tattoo parlors are sure to impress.
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Red Sea Tattoo, Wichita, KS
At Red Sea Tattoo in Wichita owner and operator, Matt Headley has become a master of the art. His customers get more than a tattoo, they get an experience. Choose from classic American tattoos, traditional Japanese tattoo styles, Native American tattoos, black and white designs, and all the new styles his customers bring to the table.
Syndicate Tattoo MHK, Manhattan, KS
Extraordinary work takes place every day at the Syndicate Tattoo Piercing and Tattoo Shop in Manhattan. For over seven years this tattoo shop has been busy assisting customers with professional service and creative personalized tattoos. This tattoo parlor helps everyone who walks through its doors achieve tattoos they are proud to wear.
Inkslingers Tattoo Studio, Overland Park, KS
Since 1980, Inkslingers Tattoo Studio has been serving the communities of Overland Park and offering “high quality, fine line, bright color” tattoos at sweet price. They are known for their high-quality work and expertise. This group of tattoo artists over the last 30 years have grown and helped form many current Kansas tattoo regulations and laws, plus trained many a successful tattoo artist.
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BDC Tattoo, Lawrence, KS
Locals will tell you that BDC Tattoo in Lawrence is an “awesome” place to get a great tattoo, or add to a collection. This shop offers a nice, clean, and comfortable atmosphere where you can receive your tattoo art from highly professional and skilled tattoo artists. It’s just a fantastic place!
Absolute Tattoo, Topeka, KS
Unique tattoo art is what the tattoo artists at Absolute Tattoo in Topeka have designed every day since they opened in 2009. This tattoo shop specializes in taking any customer’s tattoo idea and creating a work of art, personalized to each individual taste. Simply great permanent body art!
Aftershock Tattoo Company, Overland Park, KS
Impeccable tattoos are all they do at Aftershock Tattoo Company in Overland Park. This is said to be a “100% customer studio” and clients agree. The work is done by skilled and award-winning tattoo artists on staff in a clean, professional atmosphere. Clients enjoy a satisfying and impressive experience every time.
Sailor’s World Famous Tattoo & Piercings, Wichita, KS
Sailor’s World Famous Tattoo & Piercings in Wichita offers world class tattoos to patrons wanting an awesome tattoo. This shop specializes in “custom, traditional, black & gray, color, American, Japanese and cover-up tattoos.” Highly skilled staff provide each customer’s tattoo designs with a modern and uniquely finished tattoo.
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Shane Hart Custom Tattooing, Mission, KS
Tattoo artist Shane Hart prefers to “specialize in illustrations/images” with each tattoo he creates at his tattoo studio in Mission. Each tattoo is designed completely for each unique individual who is wanting a very personalized tattoo. That is the reason Hart has been creating “one-of-a-kind” tattoos for almost 30 years.
Skinsations Tattoo & Body Piercing, Arkansas City, KS
Skinsations Tattoo & Body Piercing in Aransas City is said to be one of the oldest operating tattoo shops in southern Kansas. The professionally trained staff is skilled to help each individual customer decide on the best artistic design. These tattoo artists can create the simplest tattoo or a complicated unique masterpiece and the staff is always courteous and helpful.
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