The Painted Lady

Had someone told me that id find my tattoo artist on tiktok id have laughed at them. But, let me tell you! If you are looking to get an amazing tattoo, and have a laid back experience where you feel like you are hanging out with a friend then I definitely suggest going and seeing Kino!! From the initial email to finally getting in there, and getting everything done was nothing less than effortless. I felt comfortable the whole time I was there, and the atmosphere was so laid back. The work that Kino did for me was absolutely amazing!!! I had an idea of what I wanted for my cover up, and they ran with it! And the outcome is beyond what I could have imagined! I will definitely be getting more done, and recommending Kino to anyone who asks me who did my tattoo!!

I ended up picking The Painted Lady to get my first tattoo after multiple friends recommended it. I had been wanting to get a tattoo for years and decided it was finally time but there were so many options that it overwhelmed me. I walked in and felt very comfortable and at ease. Casey did my tattoo and I could not be happier with how it turned out! They did an awesome job. Will definitely recommend my friends and family to come here and I will definitely be back for future tattoos.

My piece that I got from Kino goes SO hard. JUST LOOK AT THIS BEAST. They were so patient and chill. They were willing to work with my unique anatomy. They honestly just have great vibes and were very cool to work with. Def reccomend! The shop itself is SO cute and clean. We need more LGBT friendly shops in the world. All the artists seem super chill and nice. Super great experience for such a hard piece to get through. Id get a tattoo from any artist there 🧡 Kino was so great, thank you again- your killing it dude.

I just had a sleeve tattooed by Kino, and I am thrilled with the results and my experience with the shop. Communication was clear, collaboration was encouraged, I was made comfortable and safe, and the shop is clean and friendly. Kino is amazing at fine line work and whip-shading. It creates a clean and consistent look throughout every piece. I also feel like they understand placement and scale so everything looks beautiful on the body. I had one piece to cover and coverup is seamless. I will be back for more!

Allie B is fantastic! She takes her time and does amazing work, if you’re looking for American traditional, she’s your gal! Her life long experience as an artist is translating beautifully in to her tattoos!

Kino is an absolute GOATTT they throw down so good with color tattoos so perfect and vibrant. They are an amazing human to work with so chill and nice, cant wait to work with them some more. Plus the shop so chill and beautiful with all the artwork everywhere we love LGBTQ+ shops 💕💕💕Photo creds to Kino 🤌

Got my snake tattoos from Kino, and theyve turned out so well! Kino is always a delight to work with and their colors are always amazing. The shop itself is super welcoming and everyone there is super nice. 100/10 very recommended

Good Art, but not enough of it.I’ll start with the pros of my experience at The Painted Lady, good cute layout, clean environment and very good artists. And by no means do I dislike the art I’ve added to my body. It all looks great.But I will say that I feel like I’ve spent way too much for very little art to show for it. Back last year, I made an appointment with the artist who originally started my work. How I came about to finding myself at that shop. Asked for a quote on touching up the original work she’d done, and adding more to create a sleeve. I was quoted the deposit and 400 at each sessions, bringing my total to 1,000 for what I would assume would be my whole sleeve, in two 5 hour sessions. So I went to the sessions. Well each sessions the artist seems to start late & finish early- clearly cutting my time & still charging me for the full session. And we never seemed to work on any other portion of my arm but the quarter forearm.By no means do I dislike my work, but clearly that is not worth 1,000 dollars. Not even close. So we finished those sessions and I left feeling like I was incomplete. Well tried hitting up my original artist but she was moving and never responded, so I went ahead and emailed the shop, asking if anyone else would be willing to fill in my snake, just the snake! I was quoted 350. I assumed that would be color and everything, well show up to my appointment this week. We ended up deciding to do black & white. Filling in my snake took ONE hour. And I was still charged the full 350. Now, the artist could have offered to touch up some spots, add a little if she was gonna charge me the full 350. But instead I got charged 350 for just filling the snake. The small little SNAKE. Now by no means am I the type that wants to haggle price or be that person. And no way am I the cheap person when it comes to adding ink to my body. I will gladly pay for good work. But after only doing black and white, and the total being the same, I’ve decided this is not a shop I will return too. I have dropped 1300 in total for just a quarter of a sleeve. I personally do not feel like my tattoo even looks like it’s worth 1300. There was no offer of a discount, or more work being added to try and fill the gap between the price and the look of the tattoo. Overall, I’m left with a quarter of a sleeve I now have to eventually find someone willing to finish my whole sleeve. So my overall review would be to triple check the price you are quoted. I would hate for anyone to feel like I feel, having spent so much money and to leave feeling like nothing got completed fully.

Fantastic place. Great interactions with everyone there. Booking and quoting were easy over email. Shout out Petra too!

This tattoo shop is amazing! If you’re looking for high-quality tattoos, go here! Obie has done 2 of my tattoos so far and I’m in LOVE! His work is clean and creative. Obie, along with the other artists here are very friendly and provide a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend getting your text tattoo done here!

I recently had my a knee tattooed by Allie B and she killed it. Attention to detail and was genuinely concerned about placement and symmetry before starting. I will definitely be going back for some more pieces.

Awesome shop everyone there is very nice. I have known Kay for some time, she is awesome not just as an artist but a person as well. She definitely has put a great team around her!

Would rate higher if I could!This women-owned shop is full of not just extremely talented artists, but also wonderfully nice people! I felt comfortable and welcome 😌The shop was neat and clean and all of the staff were so friendly. I genuinely enjoyed my time here, it was a blast!Miss Lauren banged out this coverup on my hip and it turned out fantastic! Couldnt be happier about this experience and already have my next appointment booked!

An absolutely stellar place to get work done at! The space is pristine and welcoming, the artists are all kind and immeasurably talented, and the studio manager Beck is the BEST. I’ve had two tattoos done by Obie (so far!!) and I cannot say enough good things about him and his work. Easily the best tattooing experience Ive ever had, with the most gorgeous pieces. I love this place so much I brought my tattoo-cautious mom here, and at the rate she’s talking she’s gonna end up with a sleeve before me!! This shop really and truly showcases what happens when great people come together to create beautiful things!!

My husband and I walked in and they were extremely accommodating and very easy to work with. The shop had a very welcoming atmosphere. Cant wait to go back and get more work done.

Ive had so many tattoos here that I stopped counting! Ive been worked on by Obie, Barbara, and Lauren and every time I come into the business Im greeted warmly, treated with the greatest respect, and am always -so- happy with the work these talented artists perform.The atmosphere is so clean, and bright, and full of positive energy that it makes it a lovely place to spend any amount if time. I would refer any of my friends and family to any of the artists at this shop without hesitation.

I would definitely recommend The Painted Lady to anyone looking to get a new tattoo. Atmosphere is friendly and all inclusive plus scheduling an appointment was simple. The artists are phenomenal and their portfolios are proof.

This is such an amazing shop with such amazing people. i got a piece done by Kino and they were nothing but kind and affirming every step of the way and made me feel so comfortable and safe in an environment that can bring a lot of nerves and anxiety. they are an amazing artist and person and i will most definitely be coming back to support them and the shop as a whole.

This has to be one of my favorite tattoo shops in Fort Wayne. All the artists are super friendly, the atmosphere is fantastic, and everyones work is absolutely amazing as well. Im beyond satisfied with how my tattoo came out; Kino did an awesome job, especially with it being my first tattoo, and I definitely recommend!

Worked with Kino for my first large tattoo, and had an absolutely fantastic experience! They were incredibly patient and kind, and worked with me on exactly what I wanted for the piece. We visited from out of state, and I will definitely look to work with Kino again forMy next tattoo!!

I recently had an appointment with Allie B to get a piece from her flash. She was incredibly kind and she did such an amazing job on my tattoo. I will definitely be back!

I went to Kino for a piece on my forearm and am in love with what Im taking home! They encouraged me to take as many breaks as I needed, and made room for an open dialogue about the piece and the process that made me feel safe asking questions and making suggestions. Even better, Kino went above and beyond after we wrapped up to come back to the shop and help me replace the dressing when it leaked not too long after I left. I left with a fresh dressing, a new plan for aftercare, and by far my best tattoo experience yet. I cannot wait for the opportunity to swing back through for another appointment.

Amber was amazing!! She made me feel so comfortable getting my first tattoo! I will be booking with her again in the future.Great environment I felt welcomed and comfortable the entire time.

Kino did an amazing job on this piece, very accommodating and friendly, fantastic linework and shading. I felt very comfortable and it was a very pleasant experience, I couldnt be happier with the result! Ill definitely be coming back again. 5 out of 5 stars all around :)

Literally the best experience I’ve ever had getting a tattoo. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. My artist, Barbara Gideon, was incredible. Her art speaks for itself but she made me feel so taken care of and comfortable. I can’t recommend her and this shop enough. I WILL be coming back to get more kickass tats!!!

I’ve gotten three tattoos here and every time has been incredible! The artists are so talented, everyone is really friendly, and the shop is clean and inviting. I absolutely recommend this shop to everyone looking for quality work with amazing professionals

The tattoo artists here do an excellent job, from design consultation to the execution of their art. Its incredibly easy to book an appointment with them. Ive never met a person there that I wouldnt recommended. The environment was cozy and clean. Other shops Ive been in have given me anxiety with their vibe, but The Painted Lady is definitely a space I feel comfortable going back to. Obviously tattoos arent pain free, but the artists here are not heavy handed and perfect for someone looking for their first tattoo as well.

A great studio to go to. I was able to give my ideas to Eronada and she brought them to life. She does amazing work in a fun laid back environment. Would highly reccomend to anyone looking for a quality tattoo shop!

Dustin was wonderful! I went in looking for a tattoo in remembrance of my brother and Dustin took a lot of care to make sure that my tattoo was perfectly lined up and in a spot I felt comfortable with. He also has an incredibly light hand and a lovely personality. I would highly recommend booking with him.

Overflowing with talent from the artists to the shop manager, The Painted Lady is easily one of the best shops in town. The variety of art styles present in the shop mean that you could get potentially anything that your heart desires, artwise, and the diversity present within is a breath of fresh air. The people are kind, and the space is warm and inviting. Highly recommend.

Barbara Gideon is a wizard with fine lines! She’s newish to the game but she has tons of natural talent.

One of the best tattoo shops in town! Great atmosphere, talented artists. Kay did my sleeve. I loved it! Her work is simply amazing.

I’ve been looking for a new tattoo shop for awhile. I booked an appointment with Obie and had the best experience. The tattoo was amazing and my most favorite piece. The environment was amazing and felt welcoming from the start. Definitely making this my go to tattoo shop.

Got my first tatoo here. It was supposed to be a coral and it turned out pink. Barbara told me if it needed touched up I could come back anytime. I went back once and she touched it up with a coral but said the pink would probably bleed back through and if it did to come back and have it touched up again. I called to make an appointment and had to wait 2 months to get back in..which I totally understood. It was a Saturday afternoon appointment before a holiday. I called when leaving to go to the appointment and spoke to Destin/Dustin? to make sure they were open. He checked and said yes they are open and he saw that I had an appointment and would see me soon. I drive 25 minutes for my appointment and was told Barbara was not there and not coming back in today and to reschedule. I called in a few days later and spoke with the owner (no name given) she didnt apologize for wasting my time or gas that Saturday and said she could schedule me for a touch up but there would be a charge. Barbara said she would touch it up again since it wasnt right to begin with. Its very disappointing that the owner doesnt care about any of this. Guess I will find someone else to fix it.

Miss Lauren was so kind to squeeze me into a morning appointment to touch up my tattoo and everybody here is so kind and friendly. Good tattoos and great artists for sure! Would recommend getting one here.

Pretty chill place. Valentine did a pretty good sized and detailed piece on my arm. For sure gonna book up again.

An amazing woman-owned shop! Super welcoming staff and safe atmosphere. I got a lovely cover up done by Obie and it is absolutely amazing! Will definitely visit again.

Amazing artists and environment. Very clean and well priced

Had a piece done by Barbara - it was an amazing experience. She listened to what I wanted and added her beautiful style. I will be back to see her. Her line work is exquisite.

Everyone in the shop is so very talented! Love the work Kay has done on me!I have a lot of anxiety and Kay was so kind, reassuring, and understanding.

I highly recommend this shop if you’re looking for high quality tattoos done with professionalism. The shop is beautiful and clean and the whole crew is friendly and helpful. Barbara did my tattoos and she is lovely!

Absolutely blown away by my tattoo from Erin! A lot of extremely talented artists work here and its a blast to come hang and get some new art! 10/5 stars!

Professional women owned shop with high quality vibes. A shop where the artists support and love eachother. Inspirationally creative 👌 I purchased this painting from Barbara Gideon.

Absolutely loved the work Barbra did on my back, the line work was perfect and my tattoo looks amazing!

Such an amazing atmosphere.. Artist are so amazing, friendly and kind. Barbara is fabulous and does phenomenal work..

Erin did so beautifully on my two tattoos, and the shop environment was so great, will definitely be going back!!

Val (Valentine) did my tattoo and he was very professional. He has been very responsive to my questions.

Love the vibes and the talent!

Lovely atmosphere, lovely people, and amazing work!!

The shop is so laid back and Barb was great and did an amazing job on my tattoo!

Great staff and atmosphere. Talented artist. I would highly recommend.

I love it! A wonderful place to work and to get tattooed.

Barbara does amazing work!

Very clean, great people and atmosphere.

Clean friendly chill atmosphere

Great people, atmosphere and, tattoos

Everyone here is incredibly talented.

Upbeat and professional!