Business Details
Custom Tattoo Studio in Maryville, TN
Studio 617 Tattoos is an award-winning private tattoo studio located in East Tennessee, dedicated to creating unique custom tattoos and delivering exceptional client experiences. Our approach emphasizes tattoos as permanent investments, often serving therapeutic purposes for our clients. We prioritize face-to-face consultations to fully understand each client's vision before designing personalized artwork. Our team of skilled artists specializes in diverse styles including black & grey realism, neo-traditional, illustrative color realism, and Japanese-inspired designs. We maintain a creative process where designs remain confidential until appointments to protect artistic integrity.Our non-refundable deposit system ensures commitment from both clients and artists while contributing to the final tattoo cost. The studio fosters a comfortable environment throughout the entire tattooing journey, encouraging clients to reach out with any questions or concerns. Our collaborative approach extends to merchandise creation, reflecting each artist's individuality in our product line. With combined decades of experience, our artists continually evolve their craft while maintaining deep connections to traditional art forms. We maintain strict appointment-only scheduling to ensure personalized attention for every client.
Services
Custom Tattoos
Black & Grey Realism
Neo-Traditional Tattoos
Illustrative Color Realism
Japanese Inspired Artwork
Highlights and features
- Award-winning private tattoo studio with experienced artists
- Personalized consultations for custom, meaningful designs
- Diverse artistic expertise across multiple tattoo styles
- Secure creative process protecting artists' intellectual property
- Comfort-focused environment for permanent body art creation
Services
Custom Tattoos
Our artists create one-of-a-kind tattoos through detailed consultations. We focus on capturing personal stories and meaningful concepts in unique designs. Clients receive exclusive artwork tailored to their vision and body shape.
Black & Grey Realism
Kris Ford specializes in black & grey realism and surrealism portraits. This style emphasizes depth, shading, and lifelike details using grayscale ink. Ideal for memorial pieces and dramatic compositions.
Neo-Traditional Tattoos
Mikey Newblood and Tucker create bold neo-traditional designs blending classic elements with contemporary flair. These tattoos feature thick outlines, vibrant colors, and modern interpretations of traditional motifs.
Illustrative Color Realism
This style combines realistic details with artistic interpretation using full color palettes. Mikey Newblood creates striking pop culture pieces featuring video game characters, cartoon figures, and horror themes.
Japanese Inspired Artwork
Olivia Manion specializes in Japanese-style tattoos incorporating koi fish, dragons, and floral patterns. These designs follow traditional symbolism while allowing modern customization for contemporary clients.
People
Kris Ford
Owner & Tattoo Artist
Studio owner with 14 years of experience specializing in black & grey realism. Graduated from Tennessee Wesleyan College with an art degree. Focuses on portraits and evolving tattoo techniques since 2010.
Mikey Newblood
Tattoo Artist
Specializes in new school and neo-traditional styles since 2012. Known for vibrant color work and pop culture designs. Committed to creating custom artwork that meets client expectations.
Olivia Manion
Tattoo Artist
Creates Japanese-inspired and neo-traditional tattoos. Combines art therapy principles with tattooing. Focuses on providing healing experiences through personalized body art since beginning her career.
Tucker
Tattoo Artist
Specializes in dark styled lettering and black & grey realism. Has 16 years of experience since starting in 2008. Brings diverse artistic background in painting and music to tattoo creation.
Questions
What tattoo styles do you specialize in?
We offer black & grey realism, neo-traditional, illustrative color realism, and Japanese-inspired designs through our team of specialized artists.
How do I book an appointment?
Submit an online form request for consultation, then pay a non-refundable deposit to secure your appointment slot after design approval.
Can I see my design before the appointment?
Designs remain confidential until your appointment to protect our artists' creative property and maintain element of surprise.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve East Tennessee from our Maryville studio location.
Are walk-ins accepted?
We operate by appointment only to ensure personalized attention for every client.
How should I prepare for my session?
Get adequate rest, eat properly, and avoid alcohol before your appointment to ensure optimal tattoo results.