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Your next tattoo starts here. Explore custom tattoos and professional piercings with Ink God Shawn Trimble and the Inkaholicz family in Gadsden.
From realism and black & grey to bold color, lettering, and cover-ups, we’ll help you find the right artist for your idea. Book an appointment and tell us what you have in mind.
Quick Booking Questions Do I need a deposit? Yes. All tattoo appointments require a deposit to secure your time. How much is the deposit? Deposit amounts vary by artist and tattoo size and will be communicated after review. Can I reschedule? Yes, with proper notice. Your deposit can be transferred one time. Is the deposit part of the tattoo price? Yes. Your deposit is applied toward the final cost of your tattoo. Do you take walk-ins? Walk-ins are welcome when availability allows. Appointments are always recommended.
Who We Are
Inkaholicz is a tattoo & piercing family built on second chances, hard work, and real artistry. We’re not a fly-by-night shop popping up for a quick trend. We’ve put in years of grind, study, and client trust to become one of the go-to studios in Gadsden and the surrounding areas.
At Inkaholicz, we’ve got a crew of dedicated artists and a professional piercer who all bring their own style, personality, and strengths to the table. What we have in common is simple: we care about the art, we care about the client, and we care about the name “Inkaholicz” being attached to quality only.
When you walk into our shop, you’re stepping into a space where creativity, respect, and cleanliness matter. No ego, no weird vibes, just artists focused on making sure you leave with work you’re proud to show off.
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Realism & portraits: detailed faces, lifelike eyes, and smooth shading that actually looks like the photo.
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Color work: bold, bright, and saturated pieces that heal strong and stand out.
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Black & grey: from soft, smoky shading to heavy contrast, we dial in the style you like.
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Lettering & script: clean, readable fonts that age well and fit the flow of your body.
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Cover-ups & reworks: turning old, faded, or “what was I thinking” tattoos into something you’re proud of.
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Piercings: safe, professional piercings with high-quality jewelry and clear aftercare instructions.
Whether you’re into tiny meaningful pieces or full sleeves and back pieces, we match you with the right artist so the style fits your vision, not just ours.
Why People Drive to Gadsden for Us
People come to Inkaholicz from all over because they want three things: quality, safety, and realness.
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Quality: We treat every piece like it’s going in our portfolio. No rushing, no shortcuts, and no “good enough.”
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Safety & professionalism: Clean shops, licensed artists and piercers, and real attention to hygiene. We respect your skin and your health.
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Honest advice: If something won’t age well, doesn’t fit the area, or just isn’t smart, we’ll tell you. We’d rather lose a quick sale than give you a tattoo you’ll regret.
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Comfortable environment: You’ll get jokes, music, and good energy, but also respect and privacy when you need it.
Inkaholicz is where people come when they’re serious about their ink and piercings. If you’re ready for work that actually matches the vision in your head, this is where you book.
Quick Booking Questions Do I need a deposit? Yes. All tattoo appointments require a deposit to secure your time. How much is the deposit? Deposit amounts vary by artist and tattoo size and will be communicated after review. Can I reschedule? Yes, with proper notice. Your deposit can be transferred one time. Is the deposit part of the tattoo price? Yes. Your deposit is applied toward the final cost of your tattoo. Do you take walk-ins? Walk-ins are welcome when availability allows. Appointments are always recommended.