Waco Tattoo and Piercing Guide

Driven Body Art Tattoos and Piercings

5312 Hawthorne Drive, Waco, TX 76710

Driven Body Art strives for the best customer service,  giving every client a unique experience that fits their needs. They have eight different artists with well-rounded, ranging styles, from American Traditional to Realism Portraits. Driven Body Art will even do cover-ups and accept credit cards! By choosing quality over quantity, this studio keeps clients satisfied by informing them about the entire tattoo process, ensuring that they love their life-long art. 

Embrace the Chaos Tattoo Studio

728 Washington Avenue, Waco, TX 76701

With an enormous studio located in the heart of downtown Waco, Embrace the Chaos is a gorgeous place that prides itself on cleanliness and privacy. Opened in late 2018 by Jason Williams, this tattoo studio has grown to five artists. These artists are each equipped with their unique talents, yet their work is exceptional regardless of the piece. They highly encourage booking an appointment in advance, but artists take walk-ins on a limited basis. 

Hidden Gems

815 Lake Air Drive Suite 2, Waco, TX 76710

This female-owned tattoo and piercing studio is an aesthetic dreamscape. This kid-friendly space is not only gorgeous, but it prioritizes experience and education for both artists and clients. Hidden Gems offers nineteen piercing options, with consultations available for free. These artists highly recommend a consultation to receive professional advice on placement tailored to your anatomy, especially if bringing children six months or older in for piercings. They are located right next to their sister company, The Med Spa. 

Ink Flo Tattoo & Piercing

1000 S New Road Suite 180, Beverly Hills, TX 76711

Established in 2020 by Marco Martinez, this Latinx-owned tattoo and piercing shop specializes in custom artwork and graphic design pieces. Walk-ins are more than welcome. With reasonable prices and accessible hours, Ink Flo is here to tattoo what you want, when you want it.

Iris Willoughby’s Private Studio

@iriswilloughby on Instagram

Having opened her own private tattoo studio, Iris Willoughby is in Waco to tattoo all who are interested. As a Medical Humanities student at Baylor, she prioritizes cleanliness and overall well-being of her clients. Her art pieces range from colorful hyper-realism to delicate fine lines. If you’re interested in booking with Iris Willoughby, directly message her Instagram account. 

Southpaw Ink

7604 Woodway Drive, Woodway, TX 76712

Based in Woodway, this badass tattoo and piercing shop crafts designs that are true, personal expressions, reflecting your individual story. The friendly staff will ensure that you feel welcomed, informed, and confident in your decision to choose Southpaw. Whether you’re getting poked for the first-time or a seasoned collector, Southpaw offers a variety of art and jewelry to suit your preferences. Here, they believe every tattoo tells a story, and they will work with you to tell the narrative perfectly.

Spellbound Tattoo Collective

(512)-677-5011 | [email protected] 

2601 Franklin Avenue Suite E, Waco, TX 76710

This tattoo studio has been around Waco for a while, but it recently went through some downsizing. The owner of the private studio, Ali Fidler, is still taking clients and producing large and small-scale pieces. However, most of Spellbound’s work is primarily by appointment. If you’re interested in Fidler’s availability, reach out via email or phone! 

Taylor Jackson’s Private Studio

825 Elm Avenue, Waco, TX 76704

Taylor Jackson has been a piercer for six years, and he has his own private tattoo studio in downtown Waco. While specializing in black line work, he also crafts gorgeous color designs fitting for anyone. You can either directly message @taterfromtexas on Instagram or email [email protected] to book for tattoos and piercings. 

Viridian Rose Tattoo Studio

2100 Washington Avenue, Waco, TX 76701

This new, uptown Waco tattoo studio is the most precious place for delicate tattoos. The artist and owner, Allie Menchaca Tedlock, has perfected her craft, giving clients permanent pieces they are more than pleased with. Her smooth lines and simple aesthetics match the vibe for anyone walking into her space. For booking, visit their website or find @tattoosbyalliemenchaca on Instagram. 

Elizabeth Riley hails from Tennessee and is a graduate of English Literature and Professional Writing & Rhetoric from Baylor University. With passions in archival preservation, communal connection, and women in sports, she writes because it matters, with hopes of bridging villages and fostering revelry amongst them.