Est. 1999 Fort Wayne / Indianapolis
Grade ATattoos
Fort Wayne tattoos, body piercing & laser tattoo removal. Made personal.
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Tattoos, piercing& laser removal.
Grade A Tattoos & Body Piercing is Fort Wayne’s tattoo shop since 1999, with two Fort Wayne studios, on North Clinton Street and inside Glenbrook Square, plus a studio at Castleton Square in Indianapolis. Whether you want a custom tattoo, a new piercing, or to fade a tattoo you’ve outgrown, everything happens under one trusted name.
Custom tattoos in Fort Wayne
More than 16 tattoo artists cover realism, black and grey, traditional, neo-traditional, fine line, anime, lettering and color. Every custom tattoo starts with a free consultation and an original design. Walk-ins are welcome, and our first tattoo guide shows what to expect.
Body piercing in Fort Wayne
Ear, nose, oral, navel and surface piercings performed with sterile, single-use needles and implant-grade titanium or solid gold jewelry included in the price. See ear piercing and nose piercing for placements and pricing.
Laser tattoo removal in Fort Wayne
Remove unwanted ink completely, or fade it so one of our artists can create a cover-up. Every treatment plan starts with a free consultation at our North Clinton Street studio.
Award-winning tattoo shop
Best tattoo shopin Fort Wayne.
Fort Wayne has voted Grade A Tattoos the #1 Best Tattoo Shop in the Fort Wayne Newspapers Reader’s Choice Awards every year from 2014 through 2025. Thank you for trusting our artists and piercers with your stories. We earn it again with every session.
Our artists
Find yourkind of artist.
Precision in every detail.Our story
The storybehind it all.
Artistry, precision, and a personal experience. Making inking memories since 1999.
Learn more about usOur locations
Three studios.One standard.
Grade A gift cards
A little ink.A lasting gift.
Their next piece. Their own story. Give them the freedom to choose something that’s completely their own.
Pick one up in studio. Ask us about available amounts.
Client reviews
Five stars.Real people.
999 Google reviews
837 of them 5 stars
Allie has done at least 8 tattoos on me at this point and every time I get a new one, it’s better than the last. She is an incredible artist and does such a great job at communicating her recommendation on what placement would look best, size, etc. She is super chill and friendly and has a light hand and is gentle during the tattoo. She also constantly ensures you are comfortable and doing ok throughout the session and allows for breaks whenever needed. I can’t recommend her enough. If you want awesome ink- see Allie!
Joe did my first tattoo a couple months ago when I was in town. It was a great experience and I told him I would only go back to him. I came back to town this week and made an appointment to see him again. He completely out did himself on this one. He’s amazing. It turned out awesome and I love it. I will be back to see him again.
Great work. Great artist. I was visiting friends in Fort Wayne and did the tattoo last minute before leaving. They answered straight away and they got me in the same day.tthey were my first two tattoos and I had two motives in my head but I needed an hour to get them just right. Corey was patient, super helpful and friendly. He did a great job and the price for two small fine line tattoos was totally reasonable. An unforgettable experience. Great job Grade A and Corey.
Allie is a great tattoo artist. I've gotten my last few tattoos from her and am getting ready to book the next one. I'm always happy with her designs and work.
FAQ
Commonquestions.
Where is the best tattoo shop in Fort Wayne?
Grade A Tattoos & Body Piercing has been voted Best Tattoo Shop in Fort Wayne in the Fort Wayne Newspapers Reader’s Choice Awards every year from 2014 through 2025. Our flagship studio is at 3615 N Clinton St, and our second Fort Wayne studio is inside Glenbrook Square at 4201 Coldwater Rd.
Do you take walk-ins?
Yes. Walk-in tattoos and piercings are welcome at all three studios, seven days a week, subject to artist availability. Larger custom tattoos and specialty piercings are best booked ahead.
How much does a tattoo cost in Fort Wayne?
It depends on the size, detail and placement of your piece, so we don’t quote prices online. Your artist goes over pricing with you directly at a free consultation.
How much does a piercing cost?
Every piercing at Grade A includes implant-grade starter jewelry. Pricing depends on the placement and jewelry you choose, so call or stop in and our piercers will go over it with you.
Do you offer laser tattoo removal in Fort Wayne?
Yes. Laser tattoo removal and fading for cover-ups are offered at our North Clinton Street studio. Most tattoos need 6–12 sessions for full removal or 3–5 sessions to fade for a cover-up. Consultations are free.
How old do I need to be?
You must be 18 with a valid government-issued photo ID for tattoos. For piercings, minors 16–17 may be pierced with a parent or legal guardian present with matching ID, and some placements have additional restrictions.
How do I book an appointment?
Use our online booking form to tell us about your idea, preferred artist and location, or call (260) 485-8258 to speak with the team.
How should I prepare for my appointment?
Eat a meal, stay hydrated, skip alcohol for 24 hours, bring your photo ID and any reference images, and wear clothing that gives easy access to the area being tattooed or pierced.
More answers in our Customer Hub, or call (260) 485-8258.
Let’s makeit personal.
A great tattoo or piercing starts with a conversation.
Let’s talk about your ideas.