--- title: "Watercolor Tattoo Artists — TattMe" description: "89 verified watercolor tattoo artists with portfolios, pricing, and online booking." source: https://tattme.app/styles/watercolor site: TattMe --- # Watercolor tattoo artists Watercolor tattoos mimic the splash, bleed, and gradient of watercolor paint. The style typically uses few or no black outlines, relying instead on soft color transitions and white space. Touch-ups are more common than with bolder styles, since the lighter pigment can fade faster on certain skin tones. TattMe lists 89 verified watercolor tattoo artists, with published services starting around $25. Page: https://tattme.app/styles/watercolor ## Artists | Artist | Location | Styles | Price range | Rating | Profile | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Ayem.ink | Clinton, Maryland | 3D, Anime, Chicano, Cover-Ups | $350–$900 | 4.9 out of 5 from 78 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/Ayem.ink | | Carmela_Bella | Hayes, Virginia | Black-work, Color, Neo-Traditional, Traditional | $200–$1600 | 5.0 out of 5 from 14 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/Carmela_Bella | | Bakerboyink | Virginia Beach, Virginia | Anime, Cartoon, Dot-work, Line-work | $150–$1500 | 5.0 out of 5 from 11 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/Bakerboyink | | Ariesinkedme | Baltimore, Maryland | Color, Black-work, Graffiti, Dot-work | $40–$1000 | 5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/Ariesinkedme | | inkedbyshyllc | Mayfield Heights, Ohio | American Traditional, Black & Grey, Cartoon, Anime | $25–$1200 | 5.0 out of 5 from 6 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/inkedbyshyllc | | TheMadTatter | Dallas, Texas | 3D, Anime, Black & Grey, Animals | $51–$1800 | 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/TheMadTatter | | Inked_By_Tk | Jacksonville, Florida | Cover-Ups, Horror, Line-work, Black & Grey | $50–$1800 | 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/Inked_By_Tk | | InkByWayne | Lexington Park, Maryland | Black & Grey, Black-work, Floral, Watercolor | $100–$1800 | 5.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/InkByWayne | | Gonas_Art | — | Black & Grey, Color, Chicano, Floral | $600–$1600 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Gonas_Art | | Tattz_by_Trav | Mebane, North Carolina | Black & Grey, Traditional, Cartoon, Watercolor | $60–$100 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Tattz_by_Trav | | TattMeUp5 | Chelmsford, Massachusetts | 3D, Abstract, American Traditional, Anime | $50–$1000 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/TattMeUp5 | | Trill.Tattoos | — | Black & Grey, Watercolor, Script, Line-work | $100–$650 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Trill.Tattoos | | InkzByBacon | — | Abstract, Anime, Black & Grey, Calligraphy | $125–$950 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/InkzByBacon | | Big_Tone_inks | Baltimore, Maryland | Cartoon, Black & Grey, Black-work, Anime | $75–$600 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Big_Tone_inks | | MillzyInk | Virginia Beach, Virginia | Cartoon, Anime, Color, Floral | $150–$1000 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/MillzyInk | | gawddy | Virginia Beach, Virginia | Anime, Black & Grey, Cartoon, Horror | $150–$650 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/gawddy | | DaBreon_Woods | Memphis, Tennessee | 3D, Abstract, Watercolor, Black & Grey | $75–$1000 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/DaBreon_Woods | | Luc_Baker | Waldorf, Maryland | Black & Grey, American Traditional, Anime, Biomechanical | $100–$1200 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Luc_Baker | | Inkytat2z | Cypress, Texas | Floral, Chicano, Black & Grey, Anime | $150–$1000 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Inkytat2z | | Tiny_Harris | Little Rock, Arkansas | Anime, Black & Grey, Calligraphy, Cartoon | $25–$850 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Tiny_Harris | ## Watercolor artists by city - [Watercolor tattoo artists in Virginia Beach](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/virginia/virginia-beach/watercolor) — 3 artists - [Watercolor tattoo artists in Baltimore](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/maryland/baltimore/watercolor) — 2 artists - [Watercolor tattoo artists in Clinton](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/maryland/clinton/watercolor) — 1 artists - [Watercolor tattoo artists in Hayes](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/virginia/hayes/watercolor) — 1 artists - [Watercolor tattoo artists in Mayfield Heights](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/ohio/mayfield-heights/watercolor) — 1 artists - [Watercolor tattoo artists in Dallas](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/texas/dallas/watercolor) — 1 artists - [Watercolor tattoo artists in Jacksonville](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/florida/jacksonville/watercolor) — 1 artists - [Watercolor tattoo artists in Lexington Park](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/maryland/lexington-park/watercolor) — 1 artists - [Watercolor tattoo artists in Chelmsford](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/massachusetts/chelmsford/watercolor) — 1 artists - [Watercolor tattoo artists in Memphis](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/tennessee/memphis/watercolor) — 1 artists - [Watercolor tattoo artists in Waldorf](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/maryland/waldorf/watercolor) — 1 artists ## Client reviews **5/5** — Jaclyn Gonzalez about Ariesinkedme (2026-08-24) > Mike did a piece after my son was born and it is my absolute favorite tattoo on my body. It definitely has a special place in my heart and on my body! Mike killed it with a gentle touch!! I love showing it off and have gotten so many compliments. He even does touch ups when the color starts to fade. He makes me feel validated when I come to him with any concerns. Can’t wait for my next piece!!! 10/10 would absolutely recommend to anyone **5/5** — Maia Bartee about TheMadTatter (2026-07-23) > The Mad Tatter is AMAZING. She is extremely professional and her attention to detail is unbelievable. I’m extremely grateful for her dedication to her craft. my tattoo reflects excellence and is also unique. Worth every penny! **5/5** — Celina Thompson about Bakerboyink (2026-07-18) > Best in the 757!! he has been doing my tattoos since 2021!! **5/5** — Shiana Thompson about Bakerboyink (2026-07-11) > Absolutely enjoy this guy here ! Good time everytime. Thank you ♥️ **5/5** — Kolby Strong about Bakerboyink (2026-06-17) > Super professional and nice! He made sure to check in on how i was doing throughout and it looks great! **5/5** — Richard Donohue about Carmela_Bella (2026-05-27) > 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. **5/5** — Kimberly Fullum about Carmela_Bella (2026-04-26) > 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 🙌🏽 **5/5** — Nicole Johnson about Ariesinkedme (2026-03-27) > great experience. easy setup and execution! for simple tattoos as well as artistry! ## Frequently asked questions ### How much does a watercolor tattoo cost? Verified artists in this category start at around $25, with the final price depending on size, detail, placement, and the artist's experience level. ### How do I find the best watercolor tattoo artist for me? Browse the 89 verified watercolor 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 watercolor work best? Watercolor 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 watercolor age well over time? Watercolor 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. Verified 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 watercolor tattoo artists near me? TattMe lists watercolor artists across multiple cities — top markets right now include Virginia Beach, Virginia, Baltimore, Maryland, Clinton, Maryland. Use the city filter on individual style pages, or browse the full directory by city to see what's available in your area. ## Related - [All tattoo styles](https://tattme.app/styles) - [Tattoo artists by city](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops) --- 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. Site summary: /llms.txt — full description: /llms-full.txt.