IRON & INK
Custom TattoosKansas City, MO

WEAR YOUR STORY FOREVER.

Every piece is one-of-one. No flash, no copies, no shortcuts. Your vision, our hands, permanent art.

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10+ YEARSAward-winning artists
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What We Specialize In

TATTOO STYLES

Black and grey tattoo portrait
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Black & Grey

Smooth gradients, deep contrast, timeless shading. From portraits to full sleeves — our bread and butter.

Most Popular
Delicate fine line tattoo on arm
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Fine Line

Delicate, precise, minimal. Single-needle work for something subtle and elegant. Heals beautifully.

Trending
Bold colorful neo-traditional tattoo sleeve
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Neo-Traditional

Bold outlines, rich color palettes, modern twists on classic designs. Vibrant pieces that turn heads.

Bold Color
Realistic bird tattoo with detail
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Realism

Photorealistic portraits, animals, nature. Every detail captured — the kind of work that makes people look twice.

Premium
Geometric and dotwork tattoo patterns
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Geometric

Sacred geometry, mandalas, dotwork. Mathematically precise designs that flow with your body’s natural lines.

Precision
Bold tattoo cover-up transformation
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Cover-Ups

Old ink you’ve outgrown? We design something that transforms it completely. Free cover-up consultations.

Transformations
The Team

MEET THE ARTISTS

Artist Marcus

Marcus Cole

Black & Grey • Realism

12 years in the game. Known for hyper-realistic portraits and full sleeve compositions.

Artist Jade

Jade Rivers

Fine Line • Geometric

Precision is her thing. Single-needle specialist with a cult following. Delicate work, zero compromise.

Artist Rico

Rico Vasquez

Neo-Traditional • Color

Bold, bright, unapologetic. Rico’s color work jumps off the skin. If you want something that pops — he’s your guy.

Tattoo studio atmosphere
10,000+
Pieces inked since 2014
Investment

WHAT DOES YOUR
PIECE COST?
TRANSPARENT RATES.

Every tattoo is custom-quoted based on size, detail, and placement. Here are our starting points — your consultation is always free.

Free consultation No hidden fees Deposit applies to session

Small Piece

Palm-sized, 1–2 hours, simple design
$80+

Medium Piece

Forearm / calf size, 3–5 hours, detailed
$250+

Large Piece

Half-sleeve, back panel, multi-session
$500+

Hourly Rate

For custom / complex work, per artist
$150/hr
What Clients Say

REAL REVIEWS

★★★★★

“Marcus did my full sleeve over 4 sessions. Every single detail is perfect. People stop me on the street to ask who did it. Worth every penny.”

JT
James T.Full sleeve — black & grey
★★★★★

“First tattoo and I was nervous. Jade made me feel completely comfortable, walked me through everything, and the fine line work she did is absolutely stunning.”

AL
Ashley L.Fine line floral
★★★★★

“Came in for a cover-up expecting it to look ‘okay.’ Rico turned my old tribal into a full color phoenix. Complete transformation.”

DW
David W.Cover-up — neo-traditional
(Sample reviews — your real reviews appear here)
Common Questions

BEFORE YOUR SESSION

How do I book a consultation?

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Fill out the form below or DM us on Instagram. Tell us what you want, where on your body, and approximate size. We get back to you within 24 hours.

Do you require a deposit?

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Yes — $50 non-refundable deposit to book your session. It gets applied directly to your final cost. This secures your slot and covers the custom design work.

How should I prepare for my appointment?

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Eat well, stay hydrated, wear comfortable clothing that gives access to the area. No alcohol 24 hours before. Get a good night’s sleep.

Can I see the design before my session?

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Absolutely. We send your custom design 2–3 days before. Revisions are included — we don’t start until you’re 100% happy with it.

What about aftercare?

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Free aftercare kit with every session plus detailed instructions. We’re always available if you have questions during healing.

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READY TO GET
INKED?

Tell us about your idea. Free consultations — no pressure, no commitment. Just a conversation about your next piece.

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