Custom Tattoo Design Studios in Smyrna, TN

3 of the 11 tattoo shops we list in Smyrna 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.

Annuit Coeptis Tattoo Custom design

1932 Almaville Rd Ste 165, Smyrna, TN 37167

(615) 459-9334 Website Directions

Los Inks PiercingCustom designCover-ups

301 Jefferson Pike, Smyrna, TN 37167-5268

🕒 Mon-Fri 2-9pm, Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 10am-8pm

+16156261134 Website Directions

Tried & True Tattoo Custom designCard accepted

6670 New Nashville Hwy, Smyrna, TN 37167-4654

🕒 Tue-Sat 12-6pm

+16154858407 Website Directions

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.

Custom Tattoo Design Studios near Smyrna

Good to know

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.