Fine Line
Delicate single-needle linework, script and botanicals, spaced to age gracefully.
Starting at$150
Now booking November & December
Ink that holds
Ink that holds
your story,
line by line.
A private, appointment-first tattoo studio in Springfield. Every piece starts as a one-off drawing made for your body, your placement and the way your skin moves.
4.9
From 600+ client reviews
12
Drawn by hand. Built to last.
We keep the studio small on purpose. Four artists, one client per chair, no walk-in rush. That leaves time to talk through the idea, sketch it properly and tattoo it without cutting corners.
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Custom designs, never copied
Every piece is drawn from scratch around your placement and story.
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Single-use needles, sealed inks
Hospital-grade sterilisation and fresh barriers at every station.
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Licensed & inspected
Registered with the Illinois Department of Public Health.
12
Years tattooing in Springfield
4,800+
Pieces completed and healed
4
Resident licensed artists
4.9/5
Average from 600+ reviews
Inside the studio.
A calm, private space built for long sessions. Book a visit before your appointment if you'd like to see it first.
Private chairs
One client per artist, no crowd.
Sterile stations
Single-use needles and fresh barriers every time.
Calm lighting
Good music, real breaks, no rush.
Styles we tattoo best.
Every artist here has a speciality. Tell us the look you want and we'll pair you with the hand that suits it.
Blackwork
Bold solid black, ornamental patterns and dotwork that stays crisp for decades.
Starting at$200
Black & Grey Realism
Portraits, wildlife and sculpture-like shading built up in soft layers from your references.
Starting at$180 / hr
Neo-Traditional
Strong outlines, rich saturated colour and illustrative flair on a classic foundation.
Starting at$220
Cover-ups & Rework
Faded, blurred or regretted ink turned into something you're proud of. Free assessment.
Starting at$250
Flash Days
One-of-a-kind pre-drawn flash at a set price, released monthly. Once tattooed, it's retired.
Fixed price$100–$180
Meet the hands behind the ink.
Request an Artist
Nora Vance
Founder, 12 years tattooing
Fine line & botanicals
Dario Kessler
Resident artist, 9 years
Black & grey realism
Mateo Ruiz
Resident artist, 7 years
Blackwork & ornamental
Jae Lin
Resident artist, 6 years
Neo-traditional & colourFrom idea to healed skin.
Four clear steps, no surprises on price or timing.
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Free consultation
Share your idea, references and placement in person or over video. We'll quote a price range on the spot.
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Custom drawing
A $100 deposit holds your date and comes off the final price. You'll see the design before session day.
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Your session
We stencil, adjust until you're happy and tattoo at a steady pace, with breaks whenever you need them.
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Aftercare & touch-up
Leave with a healing kit and written guide. One free touch-up is included within 90 days.
Healed, worn & loved.
4.9
★★★★★
Based on 600+ Google reviews
Fine line · by Nora
I came in with a blurry photo of my grandmother's handwriting. Nora turned it into the cleanest script I've ever seen. Two years healed and it still looks fresh.
Realism · by Dario
Dario spent a full hour on the consult before touching a needle. The portrait of my dog is uncanny. Calm studio, spotless setup, zero pressure.
Cover-up · by Mateo
Covered a ten-year-old tribal piece I hated. Mateo was honest about what was possible, and the blackwork sleeve is now my favourite thing I own.
Neo-traditional · by Jae
First tattoo and I was nervous. Jae explained every step, let me take breaks, and the colours are even brighter than the drawing. Already booked my second.
Flash day · by Nora
Grabbed a flash piece on a Sunday on a whim. Fair price, super clean, and knowing nobody else will ever have the same design makes it special.
Fresh from the chair.
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Before you book.
Still unsure about something? Call +1 (000) 555-555 and we'll talk it through.
How old do I need to be?
You must be 18 or older with a valid government photo ID. We don't tattoo minors, even with parental consent.
How much is the deposit?
$100 for most pieces, taken when you book. It comes off your final price and covers drawing time. It can be moved once with 48 hours' notice.
Does it hurt?
Some, depending on placement. Ribs, feet and spine are the most sensitive. Eat well beforehand, sleep properly and tell your artist when you need a break.
Can you fix or cover an old tattoo?
Usually, yes. Bring it to a free consultation and we'll tell you honestly whether a cover-up, rework or a few laser sessions first will give the best result.
How do I look after a new tattoo?
Keep it clean, lightly moisturised and out of the sun, pools and baths for two weeks. You'll get a written guide and a healing kit to take home.
