Tattoo Services
Tattoos and Tales
We design custom tattoos in any style, work with you from idea to aftercare, offer both permanent and temporary options, and keep safety as our top priority.
Pricing Guide
Small Tattoos & Minimalist Script
Core Service
- Scope: Single session execution for small designs (approx. 1x1 to 3x3 inches).
- Styles: Fine line work, simple text scripts, small symbols (Om, infinity), or pre-set 'Flash' art.
- Ink: Standard Dynamic Black ink or equivalent.
Process & Safety
- Stencil: Machine-printed stencil application for precise placement.
- Hygiene: New, sealed cartridge needle opened in front of you. Barrier film applied to all machinery.
- Aftercare: Application of petroleum jelly or tattoo butter and protective cling wrap dressing.
Blackwork, Tribal & Geometric Designs
Core Service
- Scope: Larger custom pieces involving solid black filling, dot-work, or geometric linework.
- Styles: Polynesian/Tribal armbands, geometry (Flower of Life), and religious icons (Shiva, Trishul).
- Ink: High-density carbon black ink designed to prevent fading to blue/grey.
Design & Prep
- Fitting: 30-minute design adjustment session to fit tribal patterns to muscle flow.
- Stencil: Thermal transfer or partial freehand marking using surgical markers.
Recovery
- Process: Application of soothing foam soap during the session to reduce redness.
- Dressing: Professional absorbent pad (Dri-Loc type) or high-quality cling wrap.
Realism, 3D Portraits & Color Tattoos
Core Service
- Scope: Complex pieces such as human portraits, realistic animals, and watercolor style splashes.
- Execution: Performed by Senior Artists specializing in realism and layering techniques.
- Ink: Premium imported pigment brands (World Famous / Eternal Ink) for color vibrancy and smooth gradients.
Digital Preparation
- Editing: Digital manipulation of reference photos (Photoshop/Procreate) to optimize contrast and anatomy fit.
- Detailing: High-detail thermal stencil to capture textures like fur, wrinkles, or eye reflections.
Session Details
- Comfort: Use of numbing spray (lidocaine based) available for long sessions.
- Aftercare: Recommendation for specialized aftercare creams.
Cover-Ups & Freehand Restorations
Core Service
- Scope: Masking old/unwanted tattoos or creating complex anatomical flow designs.
- Technique: 'Freehand' method where the design is drawn directly on the body with surgical markers to match muscle flow.
- Saturation: Heavy ink density required to successfully mask underlying pigment.
Strategy
- Assessment: Analysis of scar tissue and ink depth to determine cover-up viability.
- Design: Custom creation that is typically 3x larger and darker than the original to ensure coverage.
Aftercare & Guarantee
- Touch-up: Includes one free touch-up session after healing to address any bleed-through of old ink.
- Guidance: Specific recovery instructions for heavy ink saturation work.
About Tattoo Services
Tattoos With a Story
Every tattoo should mean something, and that's what I care about. At Tattoos and Tales, we’re not just putting ink on you - we’re helping you share a bit of your journey. My team and I like to keep things personal, working with you from start to finish.
How We Work
- Custom tattoo design is our thing. It starts with a sit-down, where we chat about why you want the tattoo and what it means to you.
- Freehand work is common here - we sketch directly on your skin so the art fits you just right.
- Our team’s got artists for every style, whether you want a full sleeve, a tiny symbol, or something in between.
Styles We Offer
- Bold realism, spiritual art, and linework - we've got you covered.
- We do tattoo cover-up jobs too, if you want to change or hide an old piece.
- Love color? We handle everything from solid color blocks to soft watercolor.
- Minimalist fans and tribal pattern lovers, you’ll find something here.
Safety Is Non-Negotiable
Clean studio, new needles every time - bedave beda (don't want it at all) to unsafe stuff. Your health comes first.
Not Sure About Permanent?
Temporary tattoo options are available if you want to test out a look before going all in.
Aftercare Matters
We’ll guide you through healing, and we even have our own tattoo aftercare products so your ink stays sharp.
Meet your Expert
Tattoos and Tales
25 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, we’re Tattoos and Tales. I’m Srinath, and yeah, we’re that crew who believes every tattoo’s got a real story. Been doing this for 14+ years, two studios in Bangalore - Hulimavu and JP Nagar (Tattoos and Treats). Piercing ಬಗ್ಗೆ ತುಂಬಾ ಜನ ಡೌಟ್ಸ್ ಕೇಳ್ತಾ ಇದ್ದೀರಿ (people ask lots of piercing doubts) and we love chatting, no sugarcoating. We run workshops too, making sure art stays safe and honest. Come by, tell us your tale.
My Work
All-in Tattoo & Piercing Services - Permanent tattoos, temporary tattoos, safe needle piercings, custom dreadlocks and cornrows, laser tattoo removal, and pro courses.
Tattoos with a Tale - Big realism, tiny minimalist, custom art, flash designs - we ink your story, not just your skin.
Safe Needle Piercing Only - No gunshots, only needle. We use titanium or steel, explain everything, and aftercare is thumba simple.
Tattoo & Piercing Workshops - Learn with us - beginner to advanced, we teach in Bangalore, Chennai, and more. Sharing knowledge is key.