---
title: "008ink — Tattoo Artist on TattMe"
description: "Tattoo artist in Berkeley, California, specializing in Black & Grey, Realism, Fine Line, Portrait"
source: https://tattme.app/artists/008ink
site: TattMe
---

# 008ink

Tattoo artist in Berkeley, California, specializing in Black & Grey, Realism, Fine Line, Portrait.

Profile on TattMe: https://tattme.app/artists/008ink

## Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Location | Berkeley, California |
| Studio | natural selection |
| Styles | Black & Grey, Realism, Fine Line, Portrait, Script, Cover-Ups |
| Price range | $400–$1200 |
| Years tattooing | 6 |
| Portfolio pieces | 8 |
| Accepting bookings on TattMe | Yes |

## About

- Known for: Bay Area Tattoo Artist
- Bring them: realistic, faces, scarface, cars
- A session with them: tattoo shop, music, food

How they work: LGBTQ+ friendly, First-timers welcome, Numbing cream available, Cover-ups welcome, Walk-ins some days

## Studio

- Studio: natural selection
- Location: Berkeley, California (private studio — exact address shared after booking)

## Services and pricing

| Service | Price | Deposit | Billed as | Description |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Tattoo Sessions | $400 | $100 | fixed price | A standard tattoo session for small to medium pieces. Includes consultation, custom design, and application. |
| Full Day Session | $1200 | $150 | full day | A full day reserved exclusively for you. Ideal for large-scale pieces, sleeves, or back work that requires extended time. |
| Half Day Session | $600 | $100 | half day | Half a day dedicated to your piece. Great for medium to large tattoos or multi-session projects. |

## Portfolio

| Work | Styles | Placement | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Lettering + Graffiti cityscape tattoo on Forearm | Lettering, Graffiti, Black & Grey, Script, Tribal | Forearm | https://tattme.app/artists/008ink/portfolio/9221da09-e359-4460-bc9a-cf2f89ead9e6 |
| Lettering + Script text tattoo on Forearm | Lettering, Script, Black-work | Forearm | https://tattme.app/artists/008ink/portfolio/e4500eb8-09e7-4ece-891d-1618f01defad |
| Lettering + Script collins tattoo on Thigh | Lettering, Script, Black-work | Thigh | https://tattme.app/artists/008ink/portfolio/b1a5ae84-14b2-44ed-aeac-fe601a7c2bc6 |
| Black & Grey + Illustrative cherub tattoo on Neck (Front) | Black & Grey, Illustrative, Fine Line | Neck (Front) | https://tattme.app/artists/008ink/portfolio/710f25d4-6f2a-4378-88f9-9ad62814484a |
| Traditional + New School pistons tattoo on Forearm | Traditional, New School, Color, Illustrative | Forearm | https://tattme.app/artists/008ink/portfolio/a84688b7-c61b-4785-91e9-9b7614af9f64 |
| Black-work + Dot-work octopus tattoo on Forearm | Black-work, Dot-work, Illustrative | Forearm | https://tattme.app/artists/008ink/portfolio/83b35668-a9da-471b-8f7c-1a22435fa11a |
| Polynesian + Tribal patterns tattoo on Half Sleeve | Polynesian, Tribal | Half Sleeve | https://tattme.app/artists/008ink/portfolio/9c53c5c9-3fa1-424f-88a1-ef992a3e4d10 |
| Black & Grey + Illustrative Realism angel tattoo on Ribs | Black & Grey, Illustrative Realism | Ribs | https://tattme.app/artists/008ink/portfolio/93414650-c954-4267-af5d-730282e4f289 |

## Policies

- Booking: Send me your idea, placement, and rough size. I confirm requests within a couple of days, and a deposit locks in your appointment.
- Deposit: Your deposit comes off the final price of the tattoo. It covers the drawing time before you ever sit down.
- Cancellation: Reschedule at least 48 hours ahead and your deposit moves with you. No-shows and late cancellations forfeit the deposit.
- Health and safety: I use single-use needles, fresh gloves, and sealed pigments for every client. My station is cleaned and sterilized between appointments.

## Booking

Booking with 008ink happens on TattMe. Describe the tattoo idea, add reference photos if you have them, choose the placement, size, timing, and budget, and send a request; no service or date is picked up front. 008ink accepts with a price and deposit, then the client confirms a date and time and pays the deposit through the platform to hold the appointment. The deposit goes to the artist and counts toward the final cost of the tattoo.

- Request an appointment: https://tattme.app/artists/008ink/book
- Artist profile: https://tattme.app/artists/008ink

## Frequently asked questions

### Where is 008ink located?

008ink works at natural selection in Berkeley, California. The exact address is shared with the client after a booking is confirmed.

### What styles does 008ink tattoo?

008ink lists Black & Grey, Realism, Fine Line, Portrait, Script, Cover-Ups.

### How much does a tattoo from 008ink cost?

Published services range $400–$1200. Final pricing depends on size, detail, and placement, and is confirmed by the artist before the appointment.

### Is 008ink verified on TattMe?

008ink has not completed TattMe's Stripe identity verification, which is required before accepting bookings through the platform.

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