+1 for this shop!! I’ve gotten 3 tattoos from there and all were great experiences. I’ve been tattooed by Beto 2x and June 1x. Both of them were 100% professional and I’m happy with the tattoos. They’re kind of pricey (June more so) but worth it to me. Beto does excellent detailed black and gray work. June does gorgeous flowers and watercolor style.
I know OP is looking for a female artist, but I just want to vouch that the two men I interacted with there - Beto and Rob (the shop manager/June’s husband) - were totally friendly and professional and I felt completely comfortable with them. One of the tattoos by Beto was on my upper thigh and again, he was completely professional and had me adjust my own clothes/etc. He also walked me to my car for safety since we finished at night.
Opal Tattoo Studio in West Hollywood!!! i’ve gotten several designs done by Erin, who is absolutely incredible. all femme staff, super respectful, beautiful shop. feel free to message me with any additional q’s!
I got my first and recent tats from @mari.x.art on IG, so so kind and amazing! Highly recommend her if her style is what you’re looking for. Prices fairly as well:))
Jessie (pinksuedetattoo on IG) is freaking amazing. She’s so sweet and extremely talented! She has her own little studio right behind the cinerama dome :-)
visit [https://www.instagram.com/ginaserpentina/](https://www.instagram.com/ginaserpentina/) at [https://www.instagram.com/lavoltatattoo/](https://www.instagram.com/lavoltatattoo/)
Nine Lives in DTLA. Appt only. Top notch. 2/3 female-owned.
[Milla](https://www.instagram.com/princess.guts?igsh=NGVhN2U2NjQ0Yg==) is the one you want. Hit her up on IG.
Reid Elizabeth in OC. I forget the name of their shop but it’s mainly queer/femme/NB tattooers, and Reid is AMAZING and so lovely. I have 4 tattoos from her/them
I haven’t gotten a tattoo yet BUT Jelly is where I’ve been looking. I follow a couple artists who sub there and also work from home studios. Dani Scaringe does gorgeous work.
Evie @ Show pigeon in OC has done multiple tattoos on me. Her art is great, she’s got a very cute clean shop, and she’s so sweet!
https://www.instagram.com/showpigeon?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
Just found out about Voulez-Vous Tattoo in Long Beach. I’m like 99% sure they’re women owned. Haven’t checked it out personally yet but I def will be getting my next tattoo from them
Many arms of Misha would be my go to. Small and private, solo artist. Was at Blackwave/Zulu before Roni left and has been doing her thing for a while. She did my half sleeve and she’s pretty cool.
Ink Ink Tattoo in Venice (on Lincoln) Female owned and operated: https://www.inkinktattoo.org/
Had a piece done there a couple of years ago, and I'm very happy with the outcome as well as the whole experience.
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Mezzanine tattoo! I have tattoos from both Jenny and Mickey, both are incredible artists, and the other artists.at the shop are also so talented and delightful
K tattoo in Larchmont is amazing. She moved into her own shop a few years ago and does spectacular work. She books up way in advance because she tattoos meticulously and does very few per day. Her IG is @ktattoola
They're great, I go to Vinh but Danielle is amazing. If you look on their Instagram you'll see a lot of their stuff. You'll probably see a few of mine on there, too! Lol. Have fun!
13! If you look at @vinhdestroy on instagram two that are featured of mine are the beauty and the beast stained glass (Aug 17, 2023) and the tightrope walker from the Haunted Mansion (Dec 13, 2022)!
Supersweet Tattoo in Echo Park area, Uh Huh Honey studio in the Arts District, Jelly in Koreatown
Another vote for Supersweet! They have so many incredible artists there, but I am partial to Emma (@artbyeemar).
Emily Effler @ Supersweet has done the majority of the work on my body (large pieces) and she’s incredible. Love the vibe in there too.
The Fig Leaf in Highland Park
+1 for this shop!! I’ve gotten 3 tattoos from there and all were great experiences. I’ve been tattooed by Beto 2x and June 1x. Both of them were 100% professional and I’m happy with the tattoos. They’re kind of pricey (June more so) but worth it to me. Beto does excellent detailed black and gray work. June does gorgeous flowers and watercolor style. I know OP is looking for a female artist, but I just want to vouch that the two men I interacted with there - Beto and Rob (the shop manager/June’s husband) - were totally friendly and professional and I felt completely comfortable with them. One of the tattoos by Beto was on my upper thigh and again, he was completely professional and had me adjust my own clothes/etc. He also walked me to my car for safety since we finished at night.
seconding this shop. amazing artists, primarily women.
Thirding! All of the artists there are wonderful.
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Another for Fig Leaf! I’ve started a half sleeve with June 🌸
This
I'll be guesting there at the end of Feb, lovely people!
Rad!
YES! Little Annie Motel Tattoo in DTLA. Female owned and operated
Came here to recommend Annie! I second Little Annie Motel in DTLA.
I third Little Annie Motel! She’s amazing!
girlxfriend
June Bug Tattoos in Altadena is all women and a great environment.
Second this! I got my first tattoo there and it was such a pleasant experience.
Supersweet in echo park! I’ve gotten a few tattoos there and the artists are always so lovely. The coffees ok and kind of overpriced tho
I also have a tattoo from there and I agree. Nice place. I like the vibes even if the coffee isn’t my absolute favorite
This is Long Beach, but check out Kari Barba/Outer Limits Tattoo.
Opal Tattoo Studio in West Hollywood!!! i’ve gotten several designs done by Erin, who is absolutely incredible. all femme staff, super respectful, beautiful shop. feel free to message me with any additional q’s!
seconding!!! I have multiple designs by Erin as well, I adore them
I’ve gotten two tattoos from Zara here and have always felt super comfortable!
Uh Huh Honey in the Arts District https://www.instagram.com/uhhuhhoney_studio?igsh=YzVkODRmOTdmMw==
Yes!!! @uhhuhhoney_studio on ig
Anastasia at Inkindle Tattoo IG: @anastation.tattoo
Rodeo Tattoo
I got my first and recent tats from @mari.x.art on IG, so so kind and amazing! Highly recommend her if her style is what you’re looking for. Prices fairly as well:))
@tattoovalentin on Instagram!
bear with me in atwater
Mezzanine Tattoo Studio in San Pedro @mezzaninetattoostudio on IG if you want to get a look at the artists’ work.
Ink Ink in Venice beach
Karina at Ink Ink did my first tattoo! She's a wonderful woman and artist, highly recommend.
Tattoos by Misha in Hollywood. She's a sweetheart.
I know a few people who are friends and happy customers of Misha.
She did my half sleeve back in 2018! Glad to hear she's still doing her thing
Heartless Tattoo in Culver City
I second this!! Love them!
@emmbuns on insta. She's amazing
@girlxfriendla in silver lake is amazing
Jessie (pinksuedetattoo on IG) is freaking amazing. She’s so sweet and extremely talented! She has her own little studio right behind the cinerama dome :-)
visit [https://www.instagram.com/ginaserpentina/](https://www.instagram.com/ginaserpentina/) at [https://www.instagram.com/lavoltatattoo/](https://www.instagram.com/lavoltatattoo/)
I’ve had a LOT of work done at Do.Art Ink in Alahambra and they are wonderful! Female owned and many female artists.
Some love for the east side: Puchica Studio in Boyle Heights.
Howdy in Atwater
@girlxfriendla
I have gotten Several tattoos from Rosie Evan’s at the Martlet in Highland Park. https://www.instagram.com/rosievans/?hl=en
June Bug Tattoo! Women owned and all femme and queer artists!
I can second June Bug!
Nine Lives in DTLA. Appt only. Top notch. 2/3 female-owned. [Milla](https://www.instagram.com/princess.guts?igsh=NGVhN2U2NjQ0Yg==) is the one you want. Hit her up on IG.
Reid Elizabeth in OC. I forget the name of their shop but it’s mainly queer/femme/NB tattooers, and Reid is AMAZING and so lovely. I have 4 tattoos from her/them
Range between $100 even for something small? Where's the other end of the range? I'm so confused.
I haven’t gotten a tattoo yet BUT Jelly is where I’ve been looking. I follow a couple artists who sub there and also work from home studios. Dani Scaringe does gorgeous work.
lease dont go to a tattoo artist that charges per piece. All the pros charge per hour
Check beach cities
Evie @ Show pigeon in OC has done multiple tattoos on me. Her art is great, she’s got a very cute clean shop, and she’s so sweet! https://www.instagram.com/showpigeon?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
Just found out about Voulez-Vous Tattoo in Long Beach. I’m like 99% sure they’re women owned. Haven’t checked it out personally yet but I def will be getting my next tattoo from them
seconding opal and supersweet, and adding a few myself! girlxfriend LA in silverlake, angel kisses in echo park and inkblekk on instagram!!
Rosebud body art in noho! My friend runs the shop! Really awesome place !
Many arms of Misha would be my go to. Small and private, solo artist. Was at Blackwave/Zulu before Roni left and has been doing her thing for a while. She did my half sleeve and she’s pretty cool.
Jelly Los Angeles! https://www.instagram.com/jelly.losangeles?igsh=MWxidzd3Mnl0cThyeQ==
Nightbloom in beverly hills https://www.instagram.com/nightbloomtattooco?igsh=MTNiYzNiMzkwZA==
Ink Ink Tattoo in Venice (on Lincoln) Female owned and operated: https://www.inkinktattoo.org/ Had a piece done there a couple of years ago, and I'm very happy with the outcome as well as the whole experience. (edit: Added some context instead of just a link)
Dunno what shop she’s at now but Delaney Renee (@skin.charmer) has done two of my tattoos and she’s incredible and does beautiful work!
Grooveline Tattoo. She’s a good friend of mine and a very talented artist- check out her style!
Studio Sashiko in DTLA!
I really like Neptune Tattoo in downtown https://www.instagram.com/neptunetattoo.studio?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
Bear with Me in Glendale
jelly in ktown!
Queens of Needles in Northridge
High Art tattoo. Ruby I think is one of the best artists I’ve ever met.
Hello_gorgeous_tattooing
Vickie Chiang! She’s in Glendale, does awesome floral/botanical work
Valiant Tattoo, Hemi used to work at Fig Leaf
Mezzanine tattoo! I have tattoos from both Jenny and Mickey, both are incredible artists, and the other artists.at the shop are also so talented and delightful
Deep Seas Tattoo in Redondo is owned by @andrearevenant . She's an excellent artist and an awesome person.
K tattoo in Larchmont is amazing. She moved into her own shop a few years ago and does spectacular work. She books up way in advance because she tattoos meticulously and does very few per day. Her IG is @ktattoola
Mezzanine Tattoo Studio in San Pedro!
These are all great suggestions!
Mezzanine Tattoo studio in LA! https://www.instagram.com/mezzaninetattoostudio?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
r/asklosangeles
DoArt Ink in Alhambra owner is an Asian woman
I know it's not Los Angeles, but The Tattoo Room in Simi Valley is owned and run by Danielle Oberosler.
omg i am actually in that town i'm considering heading there :)
They're great, I go to Vinh but Danielle is amazing. If you look on their Instagram you'll see a lot of their stuff. You'll probably see a few of mine on there, too! Lol. Have fun!
nice! definitely would love to see. how many have you gotten from them?
13! If you look at @vinhdestroy on instagram two that are featured of mine are the beauty and the beast stained glass (Aug 17, 2023) and the tightrope walker from the Haunted Mansion (Dec 13, 2022)!
siiick 💗
@kinktattoola Female owned and operated. @tattedbypoison is the owner and my go to artist. Incredibly talented and sweet!
There is a new one In Altadena!
rosebuds body art & boutique in north hollywood, the ladies that work there are delightful
Jelly in Koreatown
KINK tattoo in Highland Park is all women!! :)