Neo Traditional Tattoo Artists and Studios in New York
37 of the 1,806 tattoo shops we track in New York have neo-traditional tattooing. This directory lists tattoo studios with resident artists specializing in neo-traditional tattooing. This style expands on classic American traditional techniques by adding variable line weights, illustrative shading, and expanded color palettes. Before booking, review artist portfolios for healed work and inquire about custom design lead times. Full listings for every city are on the New York page.
New York 6
Cholitos Plakasitos
2619 86th St, New York, NY 11223-3453
🕒 Mon-Sat 11am-8pm, Sun 11am-6pm
First Class Tattoo Walk-ins welcomeCustom designCover-ups
52 Canal St, New York, NY 10002-6114
🕒 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 12pm-10pm
InkCrafters Tattoo Studio
68 35th St, New York, NY 11232-2019
Inknation Studio Custom designCover-upsAppointment only
56 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036-0385
🕒 11am-6pm daily
Pain Ink Custom design
89-45 Elmhurst Ave, New York, NY 11373
🕒 12pm-9pm Mon-Fri, 12pm-6pm Sun
Ridgewood Tattoo Walk-ins welcomeCustom designCover-ups
16-39 Centre St, New York, NY 11385
🕒 12pm-8pm 7 days
Buffalo 2
Mystic Tattoo Piercing
2175 Sheridan Dr, Buffalo, NY 14223-1473
The Parlour of Buffalo PiercingCustom designAppointment only
437 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202-1337
Patchogue 2
Royalty Ink Body Art and Gallery Custom designCard accepted
699 Medford Ave, Patchogue, NY 11772-1347
🕒 Tuesday - Saturday, 2pm-10pm
Royaltyink Tattoo Custom designCard accepted
699 Medford Ave, Patchogue, NY 11772
🕒 Tuesday - Saturday, 2pm-10pm
Rochester 2
Mellow Madness Tattoo Parlor PiercingCustom designAppointment only
435 South Ave, Rochester, NY 14620-1009
🕒 Mon-Sat 12-8pm, Sun closed
Mellow Madness Tattoo Parlor PiercingCustom designAppointment only
815 S Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY 14620-1462
🕒 Mon-Sat 12-8pm, Sun closed
Ronkonkoma 2
Ink Buster Tattoo Custom designCover-upsAppointment only
2 Warren Ave, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779-1988
🕒 Mon-Fri 11am-9pm, Sat-Sun 12-6pm
the city tattoo studio and art gallery PiercingCustom design
260 Smithtown Blvd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11767
🕒 Mon 11am-8pm, Tue 11am-8pm, Wed 11am-8pm, Thu 11am-8pm, Fri 11am-8pm, Sat 11am-8pm, Sun 12pm-6pm
Wappingers Falls 2
Graceland Tattoo Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom designCover-ups
2648 E Main St, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590
🕒 Mon 11-7, Tue appt, Wed-Fri 11-7, Sat 10-6
Graceland Tattoo Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom designCover-ups
2722 W Main St, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590-1956
🕒 Mon 11-7, Tue appt, Wed-Fri 11-7, Sat 10-6
Babylon 1
NYPO Tattoo Art Gallery Custom designCover-ups
525 Sunrise Hwy, Babylon, NY 11704-6009
🕒 Tue-Sat 12-8pm
Bronx 1
Dudes Tattoos Walk-ins welcomeCustom designCover-upsCard accepted
215 E Gun Hill Rd, Bronx, NY 10467-2120
🕒 Mon-Sun 12pm-8pm
Brooklyn 1
Williamsburg Tattoo
164 N 6th St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
🕒 Tue-Wed 2-10pm, Thu-Sun 12-10pm
East Greenbush 1
Bloodmoon Collective Walk-ins welcomeCustom design
598 Columbia Tpke, East Greenbush, NY 12061-1622
🕒 Open 7 days 12-6pm
Fulton 1
King's Head Tattoo Co Cover-upsAppointment onlyCard accepted
312 Division St, Fulton, NY 13069-2520
🕒 mond
Halfmoon 1
All Buttered Up Tattoo & Beauty Lounge
1603 Halfmoon Pkwy, Halfmoon, NY 12065-4346
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Henrietta 1
The Ultimate Tattoo & Body Piercing Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom designCover-ups
2933 W Henrietta Rd, Henrietta, NY 14623-2515
🕒 Tue-Sat 11am-6pm
Huntington 1
Black Book Tattoo Custom designAppointment only
205 E Main St, Huntington, NY 11743-2923
🕒 Tue-Sat 2-10pm
Kerhonkson 1
AestheticTattoo Walk-ins welcomeCustom designCard accepted
327 Main St, Kerhonkson, NY 12446-3675
Naples 1
Oceanside 1
Salvation Tattoo & Gallery Walk-ins welcomeCustom design
3210 Long Beach Rd, Oceanside, NY 11572
🕒 Tuesday - Saturday 12pm to 7pm
Oyster Bay 1
Village Tattoo Custom designCover-ups
320 Broadway, Oyster Bay, NY 11714-3009
Port Jefferson Station 1
The Painted Raven Tattoo Custom designCover-ups
1096 RT-112, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776-3043
+16317764957 Website All Port Jefferson Station tattoo shops
Poughkeepsie 1
Ink & Ivory Tattoo Co. Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom design
400 Maple St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601-3483
🕒 Tues-Sat 12pm-8pm
Saratoga Springs 1
Seeled By Ink Appointment only
376 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-3115
Sayville 1
BlackSails Studio Custom design
22 Main St, Sayville, NY 11782-2558
Scarsdale 1
Killer Silver Tattoo Studio Custom designAppointment only
34 Garth Rd, Scarsdale, NY 10583-3751
Spencerport 1
Art Affliction Studio Walk-ins welcomeCustom designAppointment only
131 S Union St, Spencerport, NY 14559-1352
🕒 sat 11am
Syracuse 1
Still Waters Tattoo Custom design
4300 W Genesee St, Syracuse, NY 13219-1953
Troy 1
Dark Tower Tattoo Walk-ins welcomePiercingCustom designCover-upsAppointment only
564 Hoosick Street, Troy, NY 12180
🕒 sat 11
Waterloo 1
Alicia Marie.ink Custom designAppointment only
27 Virginia St, Waterloo, NY 13165-1447
Also in New York
- Piercing Shops264
- Walk-In Tattoo Shops128
- Custom Tattoo Design Studios235
- Cover-Up Tattoo Artists89
- Permanent Makeup and Cosmetic Tattooing Studios66
- Studios Offering Professional Ear Piercings18
- Fine Line and Single Needle Tattoo Artists41
Good to know about neo traditional tattoo artists and studios
How much does a neo-traditional tattoo cost in the US?
US tattoo studios typically charge between $150 and $250 per hour for neo-traditional work, with specialized artists charging up to $300 per hour. Medium-sized forearm or thigh pieces range from $400 to $900, while full-day sessions or multi-session sleeve work can run from $1,500 to $4,500.
How does neo-traditional differ from traditional American tattoos?
Traditional American tattoos use uniform bold black outlines and a simple primary color palette with bold, simple imagery. Neo-traditional tattooing incorporates varying line weights, complex illustrative shading, and rich color palettes including jewel tones, pastels, and detailed portraits or organic motifs.
What is required during the booking process for a custom neo-traditional design?
Shops usually require a non-refundable deposit of $50 to $200 that applies toward the final price to secure art creation time. Clients should provide 2 to 4 reference photos showing preferred line density, color palettes, and subject placement prior to the initial consultation.
Where can I buy body jewelry near me?
High-quality body jewelry is available at professional piercing studios and dedicated body art shops throughout New York. You can browse 37 verified locations across the region offering titanium, gold, and implant-grade steel jewelry. Check individual listings to find nearby shops selling sanitized, studio-grade options.
Who accepts Apple Pay near me?
Many modern tattoo studios and piercing shops accept contact-free payments like Apple Pay for appointments and merchandise. In New York, our directory includes 37 top-rated studios offering convenient payment options. Contact individual shops from our listings to confirm their accepted payment methods before your visit.