Walk-In Tattoos Welcome & Appointments Available
Feeling spontaneous? We take tattoo walk-ins every day at our UCity tattoo studio.
- Mon – Thurs: 12pm – 9pm
- Friday – Sat: 12pm – 10pm
- Sunday: 12pm – 8pm
Planning ahead or want to work with a specific tattoo artist? Book a tattoo consultation for custom tattoo work, detailed cover-ups, or meaningful designs that deserve extra time and attention.
Custom & Flash Tattoos in St. Louis
We handle everything from simple flash designs to complex custom tattoos that require multiple sessions. Our St. Louis tattoo artists work with you to ensure every piece matches your vision. Touch-ups and cover-ups help keep your existing ink looking fresh, while our aftercare guidance ensures proper healing for all new work.
- Custom Tattoos – Unique designs created for clients across St. Louis
- Flash Tattoos – Same-day designs available. We also host flash events throughout the year, including Friday the 13th tattoos
- Cover-Ups & Reworks – Covering up tattoos and refreshing old ink
- Tattoo Touch-Ups – Free or discounted for eligible returning clients
- Specialty Tattoos – Portraits, sobriety tattoos, gender-affirming designs, and memorial pieces
Professional Tattooing in the Delmar Loop
Getting tattooed shouldn’t feel intimidating. At Enigma Tattoos in University City, we work with everyone from first-timers to collectors, creating custom designs, flash pieces, cover-ups, and touch-ups in a comfortable environment that’s different from your typical St. Louis tattoo experience.
Since opening our doors in 2009, we’ve built a reputation as one of the most inclusive tattoo studios in the STL area. Whether it’s your first tattoo or your fortieth, you’ll find artists who listen, collaborate, and genuinely care about making you feel amazing in your own skin. Book and appointment or come get a walk in tattoo today.
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Meet Our Tattoo Artists
Our tattoo artists bring diverse styles and years of experience to every piece they create. From bold traditional pieces and striking blackwork to delicate fine line tattoos and detailed anime pieces, each artist has developed their own specialty while maintaining the skill that sets Enigma apart as a go-to place for tattoos in St. Louis.
Tattoo Styles
Don’t know what you want your new tattoo to look like? Check out our tattoo style guides for inspo.
Tattoo Styles
Sailor Jerry Tattoos
Before Norman Collins set up shop on Hotel Street in Honolulu, American tattooing was a scattered, scrappy trade with no
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Cybersigilism Tattoos
Cybersigilism tattoos blend ancient symbolism with futuristic design, creating body art that feels both mystical and cutting-edge. These bold, tribal-inspired
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Tribal Tattoos
Few tattoo styles carry the weight of history quite like tribal tattoos. These bold, flowing designs connect modern wearers to
Anime Tattoos
Rooted in Japanese animation and manga, anime tattoos pull from a visual language that feels instantly familiar to fans. Expressive
Art Nouveau Tattoos
Flowing lines, natural forms, and a sense of quiet elegance define the appeal of Art Nouveau tattoos. This contemporary tattoo
Fine Line Tattoos
Clean lines, quiet detail, and a lighter touch define the appeal of fine line tattoos. This black and grey tattoo
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Blackwork Tattoos
Blackwork tattoos use bold black ink, striking contrast, and intentional negative space to create powerful, graphic designs with deep historical roots and modern versatility.
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American Traditional Tattoos
American Traditional tattoos showcase bold outlines, saturated colors, and timeless flash motifs that reflect nearly a century of tattoo heritage and iconic style.
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Watercolor Tattoos
Watercolor tattoos blend soft gradients, flowing color, and painterly techniques to create expressive, fluid designs inspired by fine art.
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Realism Tattoos
Realism tattoos use lifelike shading, fine detail, and dimensional techniques to create highly accurate, emotionally resonant designs that look true to life.