
Up US-24 from Huntington County
Tattoo Shop Near Huntington, Indiana.
N Clinton St
About 35 minutes
About 27 miles
US-24 east
From Huntington
Your tattoo shop near Huntington is one highway away
People searching for a tattoo shop near Huntington usually want two things: good work and a drive that is not a hassle. Grade A does not have a studio in Huntington, but our flagship at 3615 N Clinton St in Fort Wayne is about 27 miles away, roughly 35 minutes by car.
Take US-24 east from Huntington County into Fort Wayne, then work your way to the north side of the city. The studio sits north of downtown near E State Blvd, with free parking in front. Turn-by-turn help is on the Clinton St studio page, or call (260) 485-8258.
Laser Removal
Laser tattoo removal for Huntington clients
Clinton St is the only Grade A studio with laser tattoo removal, and that is a big reason Huntington clients head there instead of our mall location. Whether you want a tattoo gone completely or faded enough for a cover-up, it starts with a free consultation that includes a cost estimate. It makes this tattoo shop near Huntington useful even if new ink is not on your list.
Here is what the process looks like, based on what we tell every laser client:
- Full removal usually takes 6 to 12 sessions. Fading for a cover-up usually takes 3 to 5.
- Sessions are spaced 6 to 8 weeks apart, and many take under 30 minutes.
- It feels like a rubber band snap, and cooling helps with comfort.
- Black and dark inks respond best. Yellow and white are more stubborn.
- Avoid sun and tanning for 2 weeks before each session.
- Pricing is per session, with package discounts for multi-session plans.
First Tattoo
Getting your first tattoo near Huntington, Indiana
If this is your first tattoo, the free consultation is where the nerves go away. You meet your artist, talk through the idea, settle on size and placement, and get a price. Nothing is decided until you are comfortable. Prices are never posted online, since cost depends on size, detail, placement and time, and some appointments need a non-refundable deposit that comes off the final total. You must be 18 with a valid government photo ID, as Indiana law requires.
On the day itself, get a good night of sleep, eat beforehand, stay hydrated, and skip alcohol for 24 hours. Wear something comfortable that gives easy access to the spot. Our first tattoo guide walks through the rest, and the tattoo aftercare page covers healing once you are back home.
Safety
Safety standards at our tattoo shop near Huntington
A 35-minute drive is worth it when you know how the studio works behind the scenes. Every tattoo uses single-use needles and supplies that are opened for your session. Reusable equipment goes through hospital-grade autoclave sterilization. Our studios exceed health department requirements.
For piercings, we use implant-grade titanium, solid gold or high-quality surgical steel, all nickel-free, and new piercings are never done with outside jewelry.
Reputation
Why Huntington County makes the drive to Grade A
Grade A opened on Clinton St in 1999. Since then, readers of the Fort Wayne Newspapers have voted us Best Tattoo Shop in Fort Wayne every year from 2014 through 2025. The Fort Wayne team is 20+ tattoo artists strong, covering everything from traditional and blackwork to realism, fine line and anime. Read client stories on our reviews page.
When you compare any tattoo shop near Huntington, ask how long it has been open and how it sterilizes equipment. We are glad to answer both.
Neighbors
Huntington tattoos and the communities around it
Huntington clients often share the road with people from Roanoke, which sits along the same US-24 stretch toward Fort Wayne. We also see visitors from Columbia City to the north and from the rest of Huntington County. Walk-ins are welcome seven days a week, but for anything sizable, request a time on our booking page so your artist is ready when you arrive.
Since the round trip runs over an hour, try to bundle visits. A laser session that takes under 30 minutes pairs well with a consult for the cover-up you plan to get later, and a piercing at the same stop takes about 30 minutes more.
Why Grade A
Why choose Grade A Tattoos?
The tattoo shop Fort Wayne has voted the best for twelve straight years.
Voted Best Tattoo Shop
Fort Wayne Reader’s Choice winner every year since 2014. Twelve years running, and still raising the bar.
Tattooing since 1999
More than 25 years of tattoos and piercings in Indiana, now with three studios serving Fort Wayne and beyond.
Hospital-grade safety
Single-use needles and supplies, autoclave sterilization and implant-grade jewelry at every station.
Every style covered
Realism, black & grey, traditional, blackwork, fine line, color, lettering and cover-ups by artists with their own portfolios.
Walk-ins 7 days a week
Open every day including Sunday afternoons. Piercings take about 30 minutes, no appointment needed.
Free consultations
Talk through your idea, placement and price with an artist before you commit. No pressure.
Visit us
From Huntington studios.
Grade A doesn’t have a shop in Huntington; our nearest studio is about 35 minutes away with free parking.
Grade A Tattoos — Clinton St
3615 N Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Located on N Clinton St, north of downtown Fort Wayne near the intersection with E State Blvd.
Mon–Thu 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Fri–Sat 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sun 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Grade A Tattoos — Glenbrook Square
4201 Coldwater Rd, Suite B-03, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Inside Glenbrook Square Mall, near the intersection of Coldwater Rd and Coliseum Blvd on Fort Wayne's north side.
Mon–Thu 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Fri–Sat 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sun 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
The team
Meet the artists.
Every artist has their own style and portfolio. Pick the one whose work you love, or walk in and we’ll match you.
Recent work
From our gallery.
Real tattoos by the Grade A team.
Areas we serve
Serving Huntington County.
Clients drive in from all over northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio, including:
Questions
Frequently asked questions.
Does Grade A have a studio in Huntington, Indiana?
No. Our closest studio to Huntington is on N Clinton St in Fort Wayne, about 27 miles away.
How do I get to Grade A from Huntington?
Take US-24 east into Fort Wayne and head to 3615 N Clinton St, north of downtown near E State Blvd. The drive is about 35 minutes.
Is there free parking at the Clinton St studio?
Yes, free parking is right out front.
Where can I get laser tattoo removal near Huntington, IN?
Grade A offers laser removal at our Clinton St studio in Fort Wayne, about 35 minutes from Huntington.
How many sessions does laser tattoo removal take?
Most tattoos need 6 to 12 sessions to remove fully, or 3 to 5 to fade for a cover-up.
How much does laser removal cost?
Laser is priced per session, with package discounts for multi-session plans. The free consult includes a cost estimate.
Can laser removal leave a scar?
It rarely scars when you follow proper aftercare. Settings are adjusted for different skin types.
Which ink colors are hardest to remove?
Yellow and white inks are the most resistant. Black and dark inks respond best.
I am getting my first tattoo. Is Grade A a good tattoo shop near Huntington for beginners?
Yes. The free consultation lets you meet your artist and go over design, placement and price before you commit.
How old do you have to be to get a tattoo in Indiana?
You must be 18 or older and show a valid government photo ID.
Can Huntington teens get pierced at Grade A?
Clients who are 16 or 17 can be pierced with a parent or legal guardian present who has matching ID. Some placements are restricted further.
What is the price of a tattoo for Huntington clients?
Prices are not posted on our website. Cost depends on size, detail, placement and time, and your artist quotes it at the free consult.
How do I take care of a new tattoo after the drive home?
Follow the steps your artist gives you and our online tattoo aftercare guide.
Do you use new needles for every Huntington client?
Yes. Needles and supplies are single-use, and reusable tools are sterilized in a hospital-grade autoclave.
Are walk-ins welcome?
Yes, seven days a week when an artist is free. Call (260) 485-8258 to check the wait before driving.
What hours is Clinton St open?
Monday to Thursday runs 10 AM to 8 PM, Friday and Saturday run 10 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday runs noon to 6 PM.
What tattoo styles are available near Huntington?
Our Fort Wayne artists do realism, black and grey, traditional, neo-traditional, blackwork, fine line, color, anime, script and portraits.
Do I need a deposit to book?
Some appointments require a non-refundable deposit, which goes toward your final cost.
Can I get a piercing at the same studio as my laser session?
Yes. Clinton St offers every Grade A service, including tattoos, piercing and laser removal.
What towns near Huntington does Grade A serve?
We serve Huntington, Roanoke and the rest of Huntington County, plus nearby Columbia City.
Keep exploring
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Ready when you are.
Walk in today or book a free consultation. Call Clinton St at (260) 485-8258.











