Best Lettering Tattoo Artists in Chicago, IL
Top lettering tattoo artists in Chicago, IL ranked by review evidence.
1. Jess
at Crispy Aura Fine Line Tattoos
HIGH
9 mentions
"Jess did an amazing job on my tattoo! She took feedback really well on the design and nailed it! She was super helpful in helping me decide"
2. Lexi
at Crispy Aura Fine Line Tattoos
HIGH
9 mentions
"ispy Aura and it was a great experience, as always!! I have worked with Lexi, Linh, and Kirstie and they have always been kind, prompt, communicative, and overall very easy to work"
3. Cate
at Crispy Aura Fine Line Tattoos
HIGH
8 mentions
"AMAZING TALENT!! I cannot recommend Cate/crispy aura enough — she puts her heart and soul into her work and her lines are absolute perfection. I love how detail-orie"
4. Linh
at Crispy Aura Fine Line Tattoos
HIGH
9 mentions
"I worked with Linh (@petitetats) and she is LOVELY and a very skilled artist! She took time with creating my design and it turned out even be"
5. Ash ✓ verified
at Crispy Aura Fine Line Tattoos
HIGH
6 mentions
"xperiences with Crispy Aura for both of my tattoos! I can’t recommend Ash and Jess enough. 🩵
I got my first tattoo from Jess and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! I a"
6. Vik ✓ verified
at Chicago Realism Tattoos
HIGH
12 mentions
"Great experience! 12/10 Vik did a memorial tattoo of my dad and the result was incredible. He guided me through the design, made suggestions to enhance the outcome"
7. Naz ✓ verified
at Chicago Realism Tattoos
HIGH
6 mentions
"Naz did an amazing job on my tattoo. Had a tattoo done a year ago and started to look bad and he made it look 100 times better."
8. Viktor
at Chicago Realism Tattoos
HIGH
4 mentions
"I recently had a portrait done by Viktor, it looks amazing and I couldn’t be happier. The shop is clean . The artist also took the time to explain in detail the after"
9. Ivan ✓ verified
at Chicago Realism Tattoos
HIGH
3 mentions
"tter than I expected — couldn’t be happier with it!
Highly recommend Ivan! Super talented and great at his work."
10. Andres ✓ verified
at Chicago Realism Tattoos
HIGH
1 mention
"Andres is incredible and this shop is awesome. My Tank passed away recently and seeing the previous work Andres had done I knew he was my gu"
11. Cash ✓ verified
at Ophidian Tattoo Gallery
HIGH
13 mentions
"I can confidently say I am obsessed with my new ink! Cash did an outstanding job and I couldn't be happier! It didn't hurt at all, in fact I was so relaxed the whole time I was alm"
12. Patrick ✓ verified
at Ophidian Tattoo Gallery
HIGH
5 mentions
"are! This was my first tattoo I’ve had done in Chicago and Patrick did an amazing job. The level of detail he was able to achieve and the design he created fit perfectly with what "
13. Ophidian ✓ verified
at Ophidian Tattoo Gallery
HIGH
4 mentions
@ophidiantattoogallery
"is did this little wish bone for me and I love it! I highly recommend Ophidian tattoo if you’re looking for a cool and queer tattoo shop!"
14. Hi ✓ verified
at Ophidian Tattoo Gallery
HIGH
2 mentions
@ophidiantattoogallery
"looking for a sign to book a tattoo with him, here it is. His work (pictured, 8/15/2025) was done with very clear communication in a clean workspace with a gentle but steady hand."
15. Hoku
at Ophidian Tattoo Gallery
MED
2 mentions
"re super friendly and welcoming, and the decor is lovely. I worked with Hoku, who was recommended to me by a friend and I'm already thinking about my next piece from them. I really"
16. Felipe
at Speakeasy Custom Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"Felipe did an amazing job and made us feel so comfortable throughout the process. We got a couple’s tattoo in our own handwriting and a port"
17. Molly ✓ verified
at Black Atlas Studios
HIGH
3 mentions
"getting a Memorial piece for my son. It was last minute but my artist Molly made it happen. Scheduling and communication with Molly before hand was a breeze! I arrived at the studi"
18. Black Atlas ✓ verified
at Black Atlas Studios
HIGH
1 mention
"absolutely be back for more tattoos in the future. I highly recommend Black Atlas to anyone and everyone looking for a top-tier tattooing experience!"
19. Troy
at Deluxe Tattoo
MED
2 mentions
"nd I love each piece I’ve had done. My husband has had work done by Troy as well and other artist I don’t know the names of at Deluxe and they all look fantastic. The consistency o"
20. David
at Deluxe Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"I’ve had work done by David, Troy, and Jason and I love each piece I’ve had done. My husband has had work done by Troy as well and other artist I don’t kn"
21. Deluxe
at Deluxe Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"e and they all look fantastic. The consistency of talent at Deluxe is the best part. Everyone in there is exceptionally talented. This is no amateur tattoo shop!"
22. Gizmo
at Pintura Studios
HIGH
3 mentions
"I recently had the pleasure of getting a tattoo done by Gizmo, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From start to finish, they were professional, friendly, and incredibly"
23. Brenton
at Mind Crusher Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"Brenton did a great job! It was my first time getting a tattoo, and he made me feel at ease and took time to make sure it was the design tha"
24. Leo ✓ verified
at Sorry Mama Tattoo Chicago
HIGH
1 mention
"ely made me feel at home, at ease, and genuinely cared for.
Leo was my artist, and I have never met a tattoo artist so deeply passionate and excited about their craft. He is except"
25. Angelina
at Lucky Kat Tat Chicago
LOW
1 mention
"Pretty much all of my tattoos have been done by Angelina! She is a wonderful artist and has done amazing work! Her attention to detail and ability to bring out the idea is outstand"
26. Adam
at Tatu Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"a family member and was absolutely blown away by his tattoo artist Adam and the finished tattoo. If you're looking for top shelf quality tattoo artists with an amazing tattoo studi"
27. John
at Tatu Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"We got matching wedding tattoos done by John as a walk-in. Amazing staff, friendly, professional and a clean nice shop. Thanks guys!!"
28. Louis ✓ verified
at Barak Studios: Custom Tattoos and Atelier
HIGH
1 mention
@louisbarak
"antastic and does a great job with my initial idea! I would recommend Louis to anyone looking for a unique and beautiful piece."
29. Amber
at Sunflower Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"Amber is the best -- amazing human, artist, and professional -- and I'm beyond honored and grateful to have her work on my body. I cannot gi"
30. Allie
at Twisted Tattoo Studio
LOW
1 mention
"ssa has done two tattoos on me and pierced both tragus, and Allie did my industrial. I'm looking forward to having more work done. I will NEVER go anywhere else. Twisted is clean, "
31. Leah ✓ verified
at Soup Lemon Studio
HIGH
1 mention
"Souplemon/ Leah did a fantastic job! Just got my third tattoo from her, and already planning another. All the artists are great and talented, doing a v"
32. Dawn
at Metamorph Tattoo Studios
HIGH
4 mentions
"Awesome shop! I had my first tattoo done here, and my artist Dawn made me feel very comfortable with the whole process. She was cool with me having my best friend and boyfriend tag"
33. Peter
at Metamorph Tattoo Studios
HIGH
2 mentions
"ey were so kind and made sure i was comfortable. My artist, Peter did a phenomenal job. he listened to me and put up with my first time jitters and let my friend stay to support me"
34. Sergio
at Metamorph Tattoo Studios
MED
2 mentions
"I got a spiderman tattoo done by Sergio also known as Raventattoo he made my dream tattoo come to life he is not only amazing at what he does but he was patient and"
35. Yuliya
at Metamorph Tattoo Studios
MED
2 mentions
"Tattoo artist Yuliya did a great job on my sleeve. Amazing attention to small details, fine lines, and shading. Ended up being a much longer job than expe"