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Custom Tattoo Design Studios in Dickinson, ND

3 of the 9 tattoo shops we list in Dickinson 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. In the Flesh

    225 Villard St E, Dickinson, ND 58601-5248

    Tuesday - Saturday, Noon to 6:00 p.m.

    PiercingCustom designCover-upsAppointment only
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  2. Body Temple Tattoo Nd

    11 2nd Ave E, Dickinson, ND 58601-5213

    Mon-Sun 12pm-8pm

    PiercingCustom designCover-ups
    Call Website Directions

  3. The Empty Canvas Tattoo

    30 7th St W, Dickinson, ND 58601-4335

    Custom designAppointment only
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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.