--- title: "oldtown_ink — Tattoo Artist on TattMe" description: "Tattoo artist in Alexandria, Virginia, specializing in Fine Line, Realism, Black & Grey, Japanese" source: https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink site: TattMe --- # oldtown_ink Tattoo artist in Alexandria, Virginia, specializing in Fine Line, Realism, Black & Grey, Japanese. Profile on TattMe: https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink ## Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Location | Alexandria, Virginia | | Studio | OLD TOWN INK & ART GALLERY | | Styles | Fine Line, Realism, Black & Grey, Japanese, Cover-Ups, American Traditional | | Price range | $500–$2000 | | Hourly rate | $250/hour | | Years tattooing | 16 | | Portfolio pieces | 19 | | Identity verified | Yes (Stripe identity verification) | | Accepting bookings on TattMe | Yes | ## About - Known for: The studio is known for an all style artist team. With 2 tattoo studios. Alexandria, VA & Washington, DC. With styles ranging from fine line floral, gothic, full color, anime, realism, and more! Follow us on Instagram @oldtown_ink & @oldtownink_dc - Bring them: Anime, portraits, Japanese, tribal, florals, fine line, anything detailed. - A session with them: We have private spaces where you can chill and vibe out to whatever puts you in the zone to get tattooed. Play your own music or shows on tv. Take as many breaks as you need and make sure to eat and stay hydrated. We have about 15 artists available. contact us today for more info. checkout our website www.oldtowninktattoos.com How they work: First-timers welcome, LGBTQ+ friendly, Speaks Spanish, Walk-ins some days ## Studio - Studio: OLD TOWN INK & ART GALLERY - Address: 535A E Braddock Rd, 535A, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314 - Amenities: Private room, WiFi available, Parking available ## Services and pricing | Service | Price | Deposit | Billed as | Description | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Tattoo Sessions | $500 | $100 | fixed price | A standard tattoo session for small to medium pieces. Includes consultation, custom design, and application. Prices are estimates. They vary depending on which artist you book with. | | Full Day Session | $2000 | $200 | full day | A full day reserved exclusively for you. Ideal for large-scale pieces, sleeves, or back work that requires extended time. Prices are estimates. They vary depending on which artist you book with. | | Half Day Session | $1000 | $200 | half day | Half a day dedicated to your piece. Great for medium to large tattoos or multi-session projects. Prices are estimates. They vary depending on which artist you book with. | ## Portfolio | Work | Styles | Placement | Page | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Black & Grey + Illustrative figure tattoo on Upper Arm | Black & Grey, Illustrative, Gothic, Surrealism | Upper Arm | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/ea82d531-b3eb-49f0-98cf-d29677694d1c | | Japanese + Color dragon tattoo | Japanese, Color | — | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/b7d470fe-9787-44e6-9683-2ae89e359b7e | | New School + Illustrative miles morales tattoo on Upper Arm | New School, Illustrative, Pop Culture, Color | Upper Arm | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/d46f0ca1-cd16-497e-b778-34e45123b035 | | Floral + Color flowers tattoo on Half Sleeve | Floral, Color, Illustrative | Half Sleeve | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/2007ce95-a6a7-44ed-8243-593cf13090a0 | | Illustrative + Color dragon tattoo on Thigh | Illustrative, Color, Black-work, Fine Line, Anime | Thigh | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/bc78f7eb-2d61-4622-9187-bdbe7108fed0 | | Color + Cartoon bulbasaur tattoo on Thigh | Color, Cartoon, New School, Pop Culture, Illustrative | Thigh | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/7c0d1648-0ebe-4fa1-8a47-efba53f3a7be | | Anime + Illustrative anime tattoo on Upper Arm | Anime, Illustrative, Color, Line-work | Upper Arm | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/f990f09d-bb1a-4d32-bd71-fe3dc0e40728 | | Color + Illustrative cacti tattoo on Upper Back | Color, Illustrative | Upper Back | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/0fb58014-0204-4ab1-bb28-b37246a11fd6 | | Fine Line + Color waves tattoo on Shoulder Blade | Fine Line, Color, Minimalist | Shoulder Blade | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/b92f56d3-acb3-46b9-b8d1-92e464351fc8 | | Polynesian + Tribal polynesian patterns tattoo on Full Leg Sleeve | Polynesian, Tribal, Black-work, Color | Full Leg Sleeve | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/934c8d52-2db6-4217-b3b2-c328ac6ad281 | | Fine Line + Black-work vase tattoo on Upper Arm | Fine Line, Black-work, Dot-work, Floral, Illustrative | Upper Arm | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/3d3cf07f-86ce-46cf-9943-b7565ab21f5a | | Tribal + Black-work polynesian tattoo on Upper Arm | Tribal, Black-work, Geometric, Dot-work | Upper Arm | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/0b994c0e-3e09-4082-be3c-f4749af5eb29 | | Neo-Traditional + Illustrative woman tattoo on Thigh | Neo-Traditional, Illustrative, Color | Thigh | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/f736e10c-bc26-46b9-9867-8c0f6afd1347 | | Black & Grey + Realism praying hands tattoo on Upper Arm | Black & Grey, Realism, Illustrative, Religious, Symbolic | Upper Arm | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/2071daa1-27af-4027-aa2d-861cc6035689 | | New School + Color aang tattoo on Forearm | New School, Color, Illustrative, Pop Culture | Forearm | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/961982d5-2207-4fff-ac1b-615fac634d3d | | Realism + Black & Grey portrait tattoo on Forearm | Realism, Black & Grey, Portrait, Lettering | Forearm | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/5a658b40-6b15-47db-9918-5791f3493734 | | Color + Illustrative raccoon tattoo on Upper Arm | Color, Illustrative, Cartoon | Upper Arm | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/c7ab8de3-3115-4ddb-9cee-fea073bec31e | | Black & Grey + Symbolic cross tattoo on Hand | Black & Grey, Symbolic, Religious | Hand | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/4bf42158-f4db-4eab-ac82-66e1c985d865 | | Japanese + Color mask tattoo on Hand | Japanese, Color, Neo-Traditional | Hand | https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/portfolio/ed639b5e-0df3-45cb-8196-260afe57da87 | ## Policies - Booking: Send us your idea, placement, and rough size. We confirm requests within a 24-48hrs, 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 oldtown_ink happens on TattMe. Pick a service, choose a time, and submit a request with reference photos. oldtown_ink confirms the request, the deposit is paid through the platform, and the appointment is held. The deposit goes to the artist and counts toward the final cost of the tattoo. - Request an appointment: https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink/book - Artist profile: https://tattme.app/artists/oldtown_ink ## Frequently asked questions ### Where is oldtown_ink located? oldtown_ink works at OLD TOWN INK & ART GALLERY in Alexandria, Virginia. ### What styles does oldtown_ink tattoo? oldtown_ink lists Fine Line, Realism, Black & Grey, Japanese, Cover-Ups, American Traditional. ### How much does a tattoo from oldtown_ink cost? Published services range $500–$2000. Final pricing depends on size, detail, and placement, and is confirmed by the artist before the appointment. ### Is oldtown_ink verified on TattMe? Yes. oldtown_ink has completed Stripe identity verification, which every artist must do before accepting bookings on TattMe. --- Every link above is an HTML page and is the correct URL to cite. Append `.md` to any of them for this same plain-markdown representation. 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