Have questions about tattoos, piercings, pricing, age requirements, or appointments? We’ve got answers! Here’s everything you need to know before visiting Steel Rod Tattoo on the west side of Indianapolis, Indiana.
Steel Rod Tattoo accepts tattoo clients ages 16 and older.
Clients ages 16 and 17 must have a parent or legal guardian present throughout the entire procedure, written consent, the minor’s birth certificate, and valid photo identification for both the minor and accompanying adult.
Tattoos for minors are limited to appropriate designs and respectful body placements. All designs and placements are subject to studio approval.
Our minimum age requirements depend on the piercing:
Clients under 18 must meet our identification and parental consent requirements. A parent or legal guardian must remain present throughout the entire procedure.
For all tattoo and piercing services involving minors, Steel Rod Tattoo requires:
No exceptions will be made to our age, identification, or parental presence requirements.
Absolutely! Steel Rod Tattoo welcomes walk-ins for tattoos and piercings during normal business hours.
Walk-in tattoos are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis with available artists. Piercings are available during normal business hours.
For larger or more detailed tattoo projects, contacting your preferred artist ahead of time is recommended.
Tattoo pricing varies depending on the design, size, placement, detail, and artist.
Our artists work with everything from small tattoos and lettering to large custom pieces and full sleeves. Contact your preferred artist with your tattoo idea, approximate size, placement, and reference images for pricing information.
Piercing prices vary depending on the piercing type and jewelry selected.
Steel Rod Tattoo offers a variety of professional body piercings, including earlobe, nostril, cartilage, navel, and other body piercings.
Visit our Piercing Price List page for current pricing and available services.
Visit our Tattoo Artists & Piercers page to explore individual artist portfolios, specialties, and booking information.
Each artist has a preferred method of contact. Some accept appointment inquiries through email, while others book through Instagram.
When reaching out, include your tattoo idea, approximate size, placement, reference images, and preferred appointment dates.
Of course! We encourage clients to bring reference images, original artwork, or ideas.
Our tattoo artists can work with your inspiration to develop a design that fits your style, placement, and vision.
Whether you want something simple or completely custom, we’re happy to discuss your ideas.
Yes! Custom tattooing is a major part of what we do at Steel Rod Tattoo.
Our artists work in a variety of styles, including black and grey, realism, fine line, illustrative, traditional, color tattoos, lettering, and large-scale designs.
Browse our artists’ portfolios to find the right artist for your project.
Before your tattoo appointment, we recommend:
Arriving well-rested, hydrated, and prepared helps make your tattoo experience more comfortable.
Most tattoos take approximately 2–4 weeks for the surface of the skin to heal, although complete healing may take longer.
Healing times vary depending on the tattoo’s size, placement, and your individual healing process.
Always follow the aftercare instructions provided by your tattoo artist.
Whether you’re planning your first tattoo, looking for a new tattoo artist, interested in a body piercing, or have questions about age requirements, we’re happy to help.
Contact Steel Rod Tattoo in Indianapolis or stop by during normal business hours.
Tattoo walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis with available artists, and piercings are available during normal business hours.
Steel Rod Tattoo — Indianapolis, Indiana
Custom Tattoos • Professional Body Piercings • Walk-Ins Welcome