The Best New Traditional Tattoo Artists

5.0· 22 reviews · 59 new traditional artists

New Traditional tattoos have a look all their own, and the artists who specialize in the style are the ones who do it justice. Browse real new traditional tattoos, compare portfolios and pricing, and book the new traditional artist whose work you love.

Our favorite new traditional tattoo artists

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Carmela_Bella
Hayes, VA
★ 5.0 · 18From $200
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dna_arts
dna_arts
Indianapolis, IN
★ 5.0 · 3From $100
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San Francisco, CA
From $400
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Ink_By_Loren
Houston, TX
From $400
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sydneysmithtattoo
Illinois, Chicago
From $400
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Allison_
Los Angeles, CA
From $400
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Darrell_B._Austin
Darrell_B._Austin
New Your, United state
From $300
LOS work 1
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LOS
Virginia Beach, VA
From $250
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Duke
Duke
Chicago, IL
From $400
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Inkorporated_Brownsburg_Indiana_
Brownsburg, IN
From $100
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erika.main.ave
Sharon, PA
From $65
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rich_inkq
Charlotte, NC
From $500
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johnnytatt
New York, NY
From $400
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chroma_tattoo_parlour
chroma_tattoo_parlour
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
From $400
darya work 1
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darya
darya
Athens, GA
From $650
Larissa_Potter work 1
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Larissa_Potter
Larissa_Potter
Maryville, TN
From $1
Lalo_Ink_Tattoo work 1
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Lalo_Ink_Tattoo
Dallas, TX
From $150
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Qjoriginals43
Killeen, TX
From $20
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inkboiz
inkboiz
Brockton, MA
★ 5.0 · 1From $300
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Ria_Rabitt
Ria_Rabitt
Baltimore, MD
From $150

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Traditional, American Traditional, Color, Neo-Traditional, New Traditional tattoo by Carmela_Bella Hayes, VA
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Color, Neo-Traditional, Illustrative, New Traditional tattoo by Carmela_Bella Hayes, VA
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Black-work, Neo-Traditional, American Traditional, Illustrative, New Traditional, Animals tattoo by Carmela_Bella Hayes, VA
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Traditional, Color, Illustrative, Neo-Traditional, New Traditional tattoo by Carmela_Bella Hayes, VA
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Floral, Color, Illustrative, Lettering, New Traditional tattoo by big_pimp_brayden Chesterfield, VA
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Reviews

Recent tattoo reviews

5.0

Great experience. He communicated well the whole time, answered any questions I had, and made sure everything was what I wanted. He was professional, easy to work with, and did a great job. Definitely recommend him.

Maddox Wertz
Tattooed by dna_arts · Sep 30, 2026
5.0

Carmela took my idea and made it even better. I’m in love with my tattoo. Super inviting space and awesome work. couldn’t ask for better!

Megan Brooks
Tattooed by Carmela_Bella · Oct 19, 2026
5.0

Carmela is amazing! Beautiful work and an amazing shop experience! Definitely a great choice for your next piece of art!

Matt Morgan
Tattooed by Carmela_Bella · Sep 19, 2026
5.0

Carmella is a great artist. with getting tattooed and sitting around comes boredom. not with Bella.The music is my choice and she keeps me engaged with a broad range of conversational topics. the only tatooist I will go to.

Richard Donohue
Tattooed by Carmela_Bella · May 27, 2026
5.0

Could not recommend Carmela any higher, she’s super personable, very easy to talk to, and made me feel immediately comfortable. The tattoo is stunning, so so happy with it, it came out even better than I expected! Don’t hesitate, book that appointment and prepare to walk out of the shop a total badass 🙌🏽

Kimberly Fullum
Tattooed by Carmela_Bella · Apr 26, 2026
5.0

Spazz’s booking site was super easy to use and made scheduling quick. The Afterpay option really helped me out too—definitely made everything more convenient. Highly recommend!

jojo kyle
Tattooed by dna_arts · Apr 22, 2026
5.0

A great tatooist with an amazing artistic ability. very happy to of gotten her on my tattoo and already planning my next with her.

Richard Donohue
Tattooed by Carmela_Bella · Jan 24, 2026
5.0

Amazing as always. Carmela is top notch. Best artist ever. I will go to her for years to come. Great attitude, always works with me to get the best outcome for my tattooes.

Will Shoup
Tattooed by Carmela_Bella · Sep 14, 2025
5.0

Absolutely amazing artist, could not be more happier with the work that she has done.

David Murphy
Tattooed by Carmela_Bella · Aug 28, 2025
5.0

another amazing tattoo from Carmella! she did a coverup for me and it came out perfect. she took my vision, adapted it so it would cover up seamlessly, and I absolutely love it.

Melanie heiges
Tattooed by Carmela_Bella · Aug 7, 2025

FAQ

New Traditional tattoos, answered

How much does a new traditional tattoo cost?

Artists in this category list services ranging from about $1 to $5000, with the final price depending on size, detail, placement, and the artist's experience level.

How do I find the best new traditional tattoo artist for me?

Browse the 59 new traditional artists on TattMe, compare portfolios, and read client reviews. Look specifically for artists whose existing work matches the size, color palette, and level of detail you want — a great realism artist isn't automatically a great traditional artist, even within the same studio.

Where on the body does new traditional work best?

New Traditional can work almost anywhere, but the right placement depends on the design's complexity. Highly detailed pieces need enough surface area to read clearly — back, thigh, and full sleeves typically work best for intricate work, while simpler designs translate well to forearm, calf, or rib placements. Ask your artist for placement advice before you commit.

Does new traditional age well over time?

New Traditional ages best when the underlying technique is sound — clean lines, appropriate ink density, and placement away from high-friction or sun-exposed areas all matter more than the style itself. TattMe artists publish their portfolios with healed work where available, so you can see how their pieces look months or years out.

Where can I find new traditional tattoo artists near me?

TattMe lists new traditional artists across multiple cities — top markets right now include Baltimore, Maryland, Houston, Texas, New York, New York. Use the city filter on individual style pages, or browse the full directory by city to see what's available in your area.