About 12 Minutes from Lawrence
Tattoo Shop Near Lawrence, Indiana.
Castleton Square
About 12 minutes
About 5 miles
I-465 / Pendleton Pike to 82nd St
Close By
A tattoo shop near Lawrence that is practically around the corner
Of all the towns we serve on the Indianapolis side, Lawrence is one of the closest. Grade A does not have a studio in Lawrence itself, but our tattoo shop near Lawrence sits inside Castleton Square at 6020 E 82nd St, about 5 miles away and usually around 12 minutes by car.
From Lawrence, most people take I-465 or Pendleton Pike and then head up to 82nd St. Both Lawrence and the studio are in Marion County, and parking at the mall is free, so a quick visit really can stay quick. The short trip makes a tattoo shop near Lawrence like ours a good fit for an evening consult after work or a piercing on a free afternoon.
Same-Day Visits
Walk-in day at our tattoo shop near Lawrence
Being this close means a spur-of-the-moment visit to our tattoo shop near Lawrence is realistic. Walk-ins are welcome at Castleton whenever someone is free, and the studio is open seven days a week: Monday through Saturday 11 AM to 8 PM and Sunday 12 to 6 PM.
Piercings are the easiest thing to fit in on the same day. Most take about 30 minutes, starter jewelry is included in the price, and our two piercers, Carrie and Melanie Rodriguez, cover ear, nose, oral, navel and surface placements. For tattoos, walk-ins suit smaller pieces best, since Castleton has one tattoo artist. Read how it works on our walk-in tattoos page.
Want to skip the guesswork? Call (317) 537-2549 from Lawrence before you leave, and we will tell you what the wait looks like.
Already Pierced?
Lawrence piercing check-ins, upgrades and troubleshooting
Living near the studio is handy after a piercing too. If something feels off while you heal, stop by for a complimentary jewelry check or troubleshooting. It is one of the perks of picking a tattoo shop near Lawrence instead of one across town. A few things worth knowing:
- Our jewelry options include implant-grade titanium (ASTM F136), 14k and 18k solid gold, and high-quality surgical steel, all nickel-free.
- Premium jewelry upgrades are available for an extra cost.
- For safety, we do not put your own jewelry into a new piercing.
- Keep cleaning with sterile saline two to three times a day until you are healed.
- Lobes typically heal in about 6–8 weeks, while nostril piercings take about 3–6 months.
Our Background
Where this Lawrence tattoo studio option comes from
Grade A began in Fort Wayne in 1999 and now has three studios. The two Fort Wayne shops have been voted Best Tattoo Shop in Fort Wayne in the Fort Wayne Newspapers Reader’s Choice Awards every year from 2014 to 2025, and Castleton, which opened in 2023, follows the same standards: single-use needles and supplies, hospital-grade autoclave sterilization, implant-grade jewelry, and studios that exceed health department requirements.
For a custom tattoo, start with a free consultation. The artist reviews your idea and references, redraws the design so it is original, and gives you a price based on size, detail, placement and time. Larger work is best booked through our appointment page, and some appointments require a non-refundable deposit applied to the final cost. If a piece needs more than one sitting, coming back from Lawrence for the next session is easy, which is one more reason a close-by studio makes sense for bigger work.
Looking for a present? Grade A gift cards are an easy way to treat someone in Lawrence to their next visit.
Good to Know
Laser, directions and nearby neighborhoods
One thing our tattoo shop near Lawrence cannot do is laser removal. That is only offered at our Clinton St studio in Fort Wayne, where the free consult includes a cost estimate and sessions are usually spaced 6–8 weeks apart. Learn more on the laser tattoo removal page.
Lawrence sits south of the studio on the northeast side of Marion County, and the studio is just as handy for Geist, Fishers and the rest of the northeast side. Find full directions on our Indianapolis studio page, and browse more options on our Indianapolis piercings page. When you need a tattoo shop near Lawrence on short notice, we are a short drive away.
Why Grade A
Why choose Grade A Tattoos?
Fort Wayne’s most awarded tattoo shop, now in Indianapolis at Castleton Square.
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 Indianapolis.
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 Lawrence studio.
Grade A doesn’t have a shop in Lawrence; our nearest studio is about 12 minutes away with free parking.
Grade A Tattoos — Castleton Square
6020 E 82nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46250
Inside Castleton Square Mall on E 82nd St near the I-69/I-465 interchange on the northeast side of Indianapolis.
Mon–Thu 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Fri–Sat 11:00 AM – 8:00 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 Marion County.
Clients drive in from all over central Indiana, including:
Questions
Frequently asked questions.
Does Grade A have a shop in Lawrence, Indiana?
No. Our nearest studio is inside Castleton Square, about 12 minutes from Lawrence.
How many miles is it from Lawrence to your studio?
Roughly 5 miles to Castleton Square at 6020 E 82nd St.
How do I drive from Lawrence to Castleton Square?
Take I-465 or Pendleton Pike, then head to 82nd St and the mall.
Can I walk in at the tattoo shop near Lawrence today?
Walk-ins are welcome whenever someone is free. Call (317) 537-2549 to check the wait first.
Is the studio open every day?
Yes, seven days: 11 AM to 8 PM Monday through Saturday, and 12 to 6 PM on Sunday.
How long does it take to get a piercing?
Most piercings take about 30 minutes, and starter jewelry is included.
Who are the piercers at the studio near Lawrence?
Castleton has two piercers, Carrie and Melanie Rodriguez. Rosters can change, so check our piercers page for the current team.
Can I get my piercing checked if I live in Lawrence?
Yes. Stop in any time; jewelry checks and troubleshooting cost nothing.
Can I switch to gold jewelry later?
Yes. We carry 14k and 18k solid gold, and premium upgrades are an extra cost.
Will you use jewelry I bought somewhere else?
Not for a new piercing. We only use our own implant-grade jewelry for fresh piercings.
What is the minimum age for a tattoo near Lawrence?
You must be 18 and show a valid government photo ID under Indiana law.
Can a 16-year-old in Lawrence get pierced?
Yes, as long as a parent or legal guardian comes along with matching ID. Certain placements come with additional limits.
How much do tattoos cost near Lawrence?
Every tattoo is priced individually by size, detail, placement and time. The artist gives you a price at a free consultation.
Do I need a deposit for a tattoo?
Some appointments require a non-refundable deposit, and it goes toward the final cost.
Can I get a large tattoo as a walk-in?
Walk-ins suit small pieces best. For larger custom work, book ahead since Castleton has one tattoo artist.
Does the tattoo shop near Lawrence offer laser removal?
No. For laser removal, Lawrence clients would need to visit our Clinton St studio in Fort Wayne.
Do you sell gift cards?
Yes. Grade A gift cards make an easy present for someone in Lawrence.
Is parking free near the studio?
Yes. Castleton Square offers free mall parking.
How long does an earlobe piercing take to heal?
Lobe piercings usually heal in about 6–8 weeks.
Is the Castleton studio clean and safe?
Yes. We use single-use needles, hospital-grade autoclave sterilization and implant-grade jewelry, and our studios exceed health department requirements.
Keep exploring
Related pages.
Ready when you are.
Walk in today or book a free consultation. Call Castleton Square at (317) 537-2549.