You don’t need to “know about tattoo styles.” You don’t need to look a certain way. You don’t need to prove you belong here.
You just need an idea, or even half of one.
At Curly’s Tattoo Parlor, we’re an old-school shop with a modern approach. We specialize in American traditional and black & gray realism, but we’ll tattoo anything that walks through the door, fine line heart, memorial portrait, full sleeve, cover-up,
first tattoo, fiftieth tattoo.
This is Athens’ rebel headquarters. And yeah, you’re welcome here.
Every tattoo we do is custom. Period.
You can walk in with a fully detailed reference, a Pinterest board, a napkin sketch, or just a sentence that starts with “So I was thinking…”
We’ll sit down with you, talk it out, ask the right questions, and turn your idea into something that actually fits your body and your story.
Because to you, it’s not “just a rose.” It’s your grandmother. It’s your recovery. It’s your turning point. We don’t rush that part.
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Not every tattoo needs a 3-hour consult.
We keep flash sheets ready to go — bold, classic, timeless designs rooted in traditional tattoo culture.
Perfect for:
Old-school walls. Real ink. No pretentious attitude.
We’re proud of what we do best, but we’re not putting ourselves in a box. Bottom line? If it walks through the door, we’ll make it badass.
Bold lines. Strong color. Timeless designs. This is heritage ink. The kind that looks just as good 20 years from now.
Portraits. Memorials. Depth. Detail. The kind of work that carries weight.
Clean. Minimal. Intentional. Yes, we do that too.
Tattoo
Depends on size, complexity, and time required. Come in for a free consultation and we’ll give you an honest quote with no surprises.
Yes, we require a deposit to book your session. This holds your spot and goes toward your final cost. Please note that deposits are non-refundable if you cancel your appointment.
Absolutely. Bring references, sketches, or just describe your idea – we’ll work with you to make it perfect.
Anywhere from 1-8+ hours depending on size and detail. We’ll give you a realistic timeframe during your consultation.
We prefer appointments for tattoo work, but we take walk-ins for consultations anytime we’re open.
Step into Curly’s and you’ll feel the difference. Whether you’re shooting pool between sessions or chatting with artists about your next piece, we’ve built a space where everyone belongs.
Authentic vibes, zero judgment, all welcome.
