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Neo Traditional Tattoos in Calgary

Bold outlines like traditional tattooing, with more depth, detail and a wider range of colour.

Neo Traditional Work

Bold outlines like traditional tattooing, with more depth and colour: animals, portraits and flowers. Keith tattoos colour and black and grey with a traditional flair, and Tonka works in black and grey and colour.

Neo Traditional Tattoo Questions

Neo traditional builds on American traditional tattooing: bold black outlines and solid colour, with more detail, dimensional shading, varied line weights and a wider palette. Common subjects are animals, portraits, flowers and ornate frames.

Traditional, or old school, keeps to a few bold colours, heavy outlines and simple shading on classic images. Neo traditional keeps the bold outlines but adds depth, finer detail and more colours. See traditional tattoos.

Generally, yes. The bold outlines that define the style help it hold up over the years. Like every tattoo, it lasts longer with sun protection: no sun for at least 2 weeks while it heals, and sunscreen always after that.

The minimum shop charge is $120 plus tax for 15 minutes or less with one needle, and $150 plus tax for 15 to 45 minutes. Anything beyond 45 minutes is charged at the artist's hourly rate plus a $40 shop fee, then tax. Moose charges $200 an hour, Kylie and Keith $150 an hour. Deposits and other questions.

Yes. Consultations are free. Call the shop at (403) 474-6660 to make sure the artist is there, then swing by to chat. It helps to bring ideas, sketches or photos.

Walk-ins are welcome on a first come, first served basis, 7 days a week from 11am to 6pm. If we can't get you in that day, we will book you an appointment. Walk-in details.

Free Consultations

Consultations are free. We are happy to take a few moments and consult with you about your design. Please call the shop to make sure the artist is there, then swing by to chat. It also helps to send ideas, sketches or photos.

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