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Custom Tattoo Design Studios in Chico, CA

4 of the 26 tattoo shops we list in Chico have custom design work.

Map search doesn't separate shops that only tattoo pre-made flash sheets from shops that build a one-of-a-kind piece around your idea — that distinction isn't a searchable field, it's buried in a portfolio you have to dig for. Every shop listed here has custom design work confirmed from its own website or portfolio, not guessed from star ratings.

  1. 12 Volt Tattoo

    194 E 8th St, Chico, CA 95928

    Mon-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 12pm-6pm

    Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom designAppointment onlyCard accepted
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  2. Le Beau Visage Permanent Cosmetics

    1163 East Ave, Chico, CA 95926-1006

    Mon–Fri 9:00am–5:00pm

    Custom designAppointment only
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  3. Pink Tattoo Studios

    1324 Mangrove Ave, Chico, CA 95926-2628

    Tue-Sat 11am-9pm

    Walk-ins welcomeCustom design
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  4. Mink Studios

    615 Mangrove Ave Ste 110, Chico, CA 95928

    Walk-ins welcomeCustom design
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Bring reference images, not just a description. Real custom work usually goes through at least one revision round before the appointment, and most shops charge a separate design fee or deposit that's applied to the final tattoo cost — expect that upfront, not as a surprise at checkout.

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How much does a custom tattoo design cost?

Many shops charge a flat design fee (often $50-150) or a deposit that's later credited toward the tattoo price, on top of the hourly or per-piece rate for the tattoo itself. Large custom pieces like sleeves or back pieces are usually billed hourly rather than as one flat price.

How long does it take to get a custom tattoo designed?

Simple custom pieces can be sketched and approved within a few days to a week, but in-demand artists who focus on original work are sometimes booked weeks out just for the design consultation. Ask about current wait times when you book, since it varies a lot from shop to shop.