3 Top Tattoo Artists at Your Service in L.A

Los Angeleans don't have to travel far for some of the best tattoo artists in the country. From the airport to Hollywood Blvd, we have the cream of the crop when it comes to artistic genius. Here are 3 top shops who have made a name for themselves in the industry.

1. Sunset Strip Tattoo, located at 7524 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood Ca 90046
Telephone: (323)650-6530
www.sunsetstriptattoo.com

For some of the brightest color and sensational designs, have a look at the Sunset Strip Tattoo's gallery to find the artist that suits your needs. Highly recommended is Greg James. His bold, fresh approach to color is akin to Saturday morning cartoons, skillfully done in any size you require. You are welcomed to bring your own design, or choose from their inventory acrued over 30 years in business. Prices start around $100 for a small design and can run into the thousands for the larger ones.

The Sunset Strip Tattoo store is a first class act when it comes to ethics. ID is required when a minor is in question and intoxicated customers will be turned away.

2. Hollywood Stars Tattoo, located at 9200 S. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, Ca 90045
Telephone: (310)338-0278
www.hollywoodstarstattoo.com

For artwork worthy of canvas, visit the Hollywood Stars Tattoo shop near the Los Angeles International Airport. Parking may be difficult in this busy area, but the shop owners will reserve you a space for free. Known for their portrait-quality design, Hollywood Stars has another unique skill in covering unsightly scars with intricate artwork. See their website gallery for the transformation of a 10 inch cesarean section scar into a thing of beauty. In addition to tattoos, they also do fantastic murals, portraits, pinstripes and body piercing is right next door.

3. Art and Soul Tattoos, located at 2604 S. Robertson Blvd, Los Angeles, Ca 90034
Telephone: (310)202-7203
www.artandsoultattoos.com

Besides hosting 8 gifted artists , Art and Soul provides flexible scheduling and may take a walk-in. Check each artist's bio for their availability without an appointment. Prices start at $60 and you may choose a design from their extensive library, or, visit goole.com and click on "images" for thousands of free designs. How about a gift certificate in your Father's Day card? Denominations range from $30 to $200. While you're on their website, check out Scott Stollar and his rendition of Abraham Lincoln. Unbelievable.