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YOUR CART

A PERSONALIZED TATTOO EXPERIENCE, AS INTENTIONAL AS THE ART ITSELF

Design your own tattoo through through a one-on-one appointment at Ruby's private tattoo studio to bring your perfect vision to life

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VOTED BEST FEMALE TATTOO ARTIST

For the short year Ruby spent in Canada, she was named one of Tattoodo's best female tattoo artists. Read the full article below and subscribe to her Toronto Newsletter to find out when she'll be visiting again.
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING

Ruby strives to provide a safe, inclusive atmosphere and create a unique custom tattoo experience for each and every client. But don't take our word for it, see what her clients are saying.

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​"From the moment she came to greet me to the time I left her studio I knew I was in good hands. I was a bit nervous as she was covering up some scars. She was able to put my mind at ease and I was so comfortable I almost fell asleep."

VICTORIA M.

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​"Ruby is a genius artist. Hands down the best work I've ever received. Really love her originality, style, and you just can't help but love her. I can't wait to get more work done!"

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​"She patiently walked me through the process, what to expect, etc. She created an original tattoo based on my ideas and far surpassed my expectations with her artwork."

SUE J.

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"This is my 5th tattoo and my best experience yet. Not only is Ruby extremely talented in her work, but it's completely different than a typically run tattoo parlour. It's a total one-on-one experience."

SARA W.

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Trauma Informed Tattoos

Getting a tattoo, big or small can be nerve-wracking for many people. This can be especially true when it comes to those who have never gotten a tattoo before and those who have been through trauma​. Click below to read more about Ruby's process as well as her Trauma Survivor Tattoo Project: Out of the Darkness.
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Ideas

Bird tattoos, custom birth flower tattoos, tattoos to hide scars & more
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First Time

Explore the tattoo process and learn how to prepare for your first tattoo
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Aftercare

Vegan tattoo aftercare products, new tattoo care tips & the tattoo recovery process
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FAQ'S

Our most common faqs about tattoos and a few to ask yourself too!

Enhanced Measures

To help reduce the spread of COVID-19, we are committed to the highest standards of cleaning and protective measures to help keep everyone safe during these unprecedented times​.
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​STUDIO LOCATION
Black Thorne Tattoo
419 SE 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97214

CONTACT INFORMATION
[email protected]

(503) 908-5188

To enquire about an appointment, please submit an application
STUDIO HOURS
​By Appointment Only
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Monday  12–8 PM
Tuesday  Closed
Wednesday  Closed
Thursday  12–8 PM
Friday  12–8 PM
Saturday  12–8 PM
Sunday  12–8 PM
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