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title: "va.avaink — Tattoo Artist on TattMe"
description: "Tattoo artist in Dallas, Texas, specializing in Black & Grey, Realism, Japanese, Script"
source: https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink
site: TattMe
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# va.avaink

Tattoo artist in Dallas, Texas, specializing in Black & Grey, Realism, Japanese, Script.

Profile on TattMe: https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink

## Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Location | Dallas, Texas |
| Studio | Downtown Dallas |
| Styles | Black & Grey, Realism, Japanese, Script, Fine Line, Surrealism |
| Price range | $250–$900 |
| Years tattooing | 4 |
| Portfolio pieces | 10 |
| Identity verified | Yes (Stripe identity verification) |
| Accepting bookings on TattMe | Yes |

## About

- Known for: big high contrast black and grey w/ negative space
- Bring them: color pieces, big projects, small realism

## Studio

- Studio: Downtown Dallas
- Location: Dallas, Texas (private studio — exact address shared after booking)
- Amenities: Private room, Snacks & refreshments, Black-owned, Woman-owned, Minority-owned, WiFi available

## Services and pricing

| Service | Price | Deposit | Billed as | Description |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Small | $250 | $100 | fixed price | A standard tattoo session for small to medium pieces. Includes consultation, custom design, and application. in-person consultation. price may vary depending on the amount of detail. |
| Full Day Session | $900 | $150 | full day | A full day reserved exclusively for you. Ideal for large-scale pieces, sleeves, or back work that requires extended time. 8 hours of tattooing. in-person consultation included. |
| Half Day Session | $600 | $150 | half day | Half a day dedicated to your piece. Great for medium to large tattoos or multi-session projects. 5-6 hours of tattooing. in-person consultation included. |

## Portfolio

| Work | Styles | Placement | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Black & Grey + Portrait Realism woman tattoo on Half Sleeve | Black & Grey, Portrait Realism, Surrealism | Half Sleeve | https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink/portfolio/21a4014e-cf3f-4be7-908d-366013214a46 |
| Watercolor + Abstract koi fish tattoo on Calf | Watercolor, Abstract, Illustrative, Color | Calf | https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink/portfolio/bf32792b-3ad5-42f0-b953-5513fab4db0c |
| Black & Grey + Realism horse tattoo on Upper Arm | Black & Grey, Realism | Upper Arm | https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink/portfolio/41c64725-6731-4f2d-8124-65fe2e15d8e9 |
| Black & Grey + Realism woman tattoo on Forearm | Black & Grey, Realism, Illustrative Realism, Chicano | Forearm | https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink/portfolio/d35678dc-1ff8-4af7-b4bf-8bc8b5046931 |
| Realism + Black & Grey leopard tattoo on Shoulder | Realism, Black & Grey | Shoulder | https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink/portfolio/1d451cd2-3cbf-4b78-a18f-567190ca7281 |
| Realism + Black & Grey woman tattoo on Half Sleeve | Realism, Black & Grey, Script, Lettering, Fine Line | Half Sleeve | https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink/portfolio/e335d9af-d332-48e4-b4ff-1eb9f693bdb1 |
| Realism + Black & Grey eyes tattoo on Forearm | Realism, Black & Grey, Fine Line | Forearm | https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink/portfolio/5b8affd6-fd40-49c7-93fa-84ab43f63f7d |
| Japanese + Black & Grey tigers tattoo on Upper Back | Japanese, Black & Grey, Illustrative | Upper Back | https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink/portfolio/160027b5-1d8e-4316-9be6-d10d787eed99 |
| Floral + Black-work lotus tattoo on Shoulder | Floral, Black-work, Illustrative | Shoulder | https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink/portfolio/f3b76080-7aa7-4e0c-9f54-c9e8c7186519 |
| Japanese + Black & Grey hannya mask tattoo on Full Sleeve | Japanese, Black & Grey, Illustrative | Full Sleeve | https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink/portfolio/a5b1e462-0d60-4d5a-925c-7d1ae096747c |

## 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 also covers in-person consultation, further instructions will be given for consultation scheduling.
- 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 va.avaink 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. va.avaink 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/va.avaink/book
- Artist profile: https://tattme.app/artists/va.avaink

## Frequently asked questions

### Where is va.avaink located?

va.avaink works at Downtown Dallas in Dallas, Texas. The exact address is shared with the client after a booking is confirmed.

### What styles does va.avaink tattoo?

va.avaink lists Black & Grey, Realism, Japanese, Script, Fine Line, Surrealism.

### How much does a tattoo from va.avaink cost?

Published services range $250–$900. Final pricing depends on size, detail, and placement, and is confirmed by the artist before the appointment.

### Is va.avaink verified on TattMe?

Yes. va.avaink has completed Stripe identity verification, which every artist must do before accepting bookings on TattMe.

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