In 2015 a series of terrorist attacked came down in Paris, France and there were 3 suicide bombings and four shootings which killed 129 people between 9.20 and 10.00 am and it hooked not just the whole of France but the whole world. It was the deadliest attack on French soil which is considered to be the hub of creativity that brings people together. Some people are still fighting to find an expression.

It is important to remember that France is not just a place of suicide bombing and terror attack but also a soil which is rich in culture and art. France has given huge great artists to the world like Claud Money, and Edgar Degas. But looking at the contemporary point of view, France also has some of the most famous tattoo artists which have created a niche for themselves in the tattoo industry. Tattoo artists flock all over France and people get their tattoos done, no matter if it is just memorabilia from their trip to France.

Here is a list of french artists you must keep your eyes on:

1. Maud Dardeau- Maud Dardeau Tatouages, Bordeaux

Maud Dardeau began his journey by being a painter and after 7 years he became a tattooist which seemed like a very natural thing for him. She began her tattoo journey with Tin-Tin and as an emblematic tattoo artist. Her tattoo style is unique and known for her impeccable engravings. One can see the hints of classic artists in her works like that of  Gustave Doré and Albrecht Dürer. She is highly booked so if you want to get a tattoo from Maud Dardeau Tatouages, make sure you book an appointment in advance!

In her own words, she explains her journey saying,

Painter, illustrator in the collective Jeanspezial for 7 years, the tattoo has gradually established itself in my work. In 2010, I pushed the doors of the famous salon Tin-tin Tatouages in Paris. The master of the place, Tin-tin, took me under his wing and I began my apprenticeship. Passionate about the work of the line and influenced by the works of Gustave Doré or Albrecht Dürer, my style of tattooing naturally turned towards engraving. After 6 years alongside Tin-tin, I left the Paris region. In September 2016, Maud Dardeau Tatouages opens its doors in the historic center of Bordeaux.

• Shop Name: Maud Dardeau Tatouages
• Address: Maud Dardeau Tatouages, 21 Cours d’Alsace-et-Lorraine, 33000 Bordeaux, France
• Contact: 06 62 47 32 82
• Email: [email protected]
• Facebook: Maud Dardeau Tatouages
• Instagram: @mauddardeau
• Pinterest: Maud Dardeau Tatouages
• Website: mauddardeautatouages.com
• Timings: Monday-Sunday 11 AM- 8 PM

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2. Maria- American Body Art, Paris

American Body Art has been one of the most established tattoo shops in Paris for more than 20 years. It is located in the Chatelet area and the founder of the American Body Art, Maria has ever since exceeded everyone’s expectations. The American Body Art is famous for works such as Realism, Portraits, Watercolors, and Geometric designs which is also what Maria specializes in.

Maria along with her other members of the tattoo industry has created a book specifically on tattoos and the art of tattooing. She has extended her business from just providing tattoo services to other apparel and jewelry. American Body Art is also famous for piercing too. They are also extremely particular about their client’s needs when it comes to cleanliness and hygiene. They make sure to follow up with their clients until the tattoo has been fully recovered. In the words of Maria, “The welcome and the follow-up are essential for us because we have been doing our job for several years with always as much passion in our work.”

The American Body Art aims to serve the customers in the highest possible degree of care and a welcoming attitude. Maria now has her studio, American Body Art, in countries like France, Florida, Australia, and Lebanon.

• Shop Name: American Body Art
• Address: Rambuteau: 79 Rambuteau Street Paris 1st; Sebastopol: 24 Boulevard de Sébastopol Paris 1st; Innocent: 7 rue des Innocents Paris 1st; Opera: 4 rue Joubert Paris 9th
• Email: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]
• Contact: 01 40 26 54 83, 01 40 29 15 80, 01 40 26 51 94, 01 53 16 15 96
• Facebook: American Body Art Paris
• Instagram: @americanbodyart
• Pinterest: American Body Art
• Youtube: American Body Art
• LinkedIn: American Body Art
• Website: americanbodyarttatouage.com
• Timings: Monday-Sunday 11 AM- 8 PM

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3. Valentine, Pierre- InkWell Tattoo, Nice

InkWell Tattoo is surely the kind of tattoo parlor that is located in one of the hip areas of Nice, France. The place is surrounded by antique shops and amazing views over the port. Their mission? To serve the customers the best they can. In the words of the owner,

Our mission is to bring your ideas to life, creating a unique piece of art that you will proudly wear for life. Because your safety and comfort are essential, we follow the most strict hygiene protocols.

The artists that work at InkWell Tattoo are all award-winning artists who have been published in many magazines all over the world. They specialize in realism and neo-traditional types of tattoos but they do have an interest in other styles which makes it one of the most versatile tattoo parlors in Nice. They also do minimalistic, graphic, and geometric tattoos.

Valentin is one of the most cherished tattooists in InkWell Tattoo and started tattooing in 2013. In 2015, he started traveling to gain more experience in various parts of the world and learn new techniques. He spent the next two years in England and Germany. Afterward, he settled in Nice at InkWell Tattoo. His works have been published by Tattoo Magazine and he has also certain awards in many tattoo conventions.

Pierre, another great artist at InkWell Tattoo started his tattoo career in Canada in 2015. He excels in gothic and dark inspire tattoos because he has always been surrounded by people who did both traditional and neo-traditional forms of arts. He is an active member of the tattoo community and participates in many tattoo conventions throughout France.

• Shop Name: InkWell Tattoo
• Address: InkWell Tattoo, 8 Rue de Foresta, 06300, Nice, France
• Contact: +33 9 86 19 30 85
• Email: [email protected]
• Facebook: InkWell Tattoo
• Website: inkwell.fr
• Timings: Monday-Sunday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

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4. Peter Morgan, Groseb, and La Gueuze- Bodyfikation Tattoo Studio, Talence

The wonder of the Bodyfikation believes that if you get a poorly done tattoo, the whole experience might get ruined for you. Thus it should be the p priority of the tattoo studio and artist to make you feel as comfortable as possible especially if it is your first time. This is exactly what Bodyfikation is based on. The laid back and cool ambiance of Bodyfikation with amazing works done by Peter Morgan, Groseb, and La Gueuze, the gifted artists of Bodyfikation is precisely what you require if you’re feeling worried about getting a spot of ink. They will escort you through the whole procedure and would turn your idea into a masterpiece reality.

Grose, one of the tattoo artists in Bodyfikation is a specialist in the Japanese style of art as well as biomechanics. He loves to work with bright colors and precise lines which helps him trace down the movements of the tattoo design.

• Shop Name: Bodyfikation Tattoo Studio
• Address: Bodyfikation Tattoo Studio, 90 Cours Gambetta, 33400 Talence, France
• Contact: +33 9 52 35 04 75
• Email: [email protected]
• Facebook: Bodyfikation Tattoo Studio
• Instagram: @groseb
• Website: bodyfikation.com
• Timings: Monday – Saturday 10:00 AM- 6 PM

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5. Sylvian, Max- Sylvain Atelier Privé, Bordeaux

The owners of Sylvian and Max’s ability to understand and comprehend what their customers want and then transferring them into reality is exactly what has made Sylvain Atelier Privé one of its kind studios. They are one of the most acclaimed artists in Bordeaux. The warm atmosphere of the Sylvain Atelier Privé and active listening is what you would want if you want to come out with your dream tattoo. They are totally booked, so they suggest prior appointments.

• Shop Name: Sylvain Atelier Privé
• Address: Sylvain Atelier Privé, 10 Cours Pasteur, 33300 Bordeaux, France
• Contact: +33 6 12 81 38 77
• Facebook: Sylvain Atelier Privé
• Instagram: @sylvainatelierprive
• Website: sylvainatelierprive.blogspot.com
• Timings: Monday-Sunday 11 AM- 8 PM

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6. Tin Tin – Tin Tin Tatouages, Paris

Tin-Tin Tatouages has deemed quite a title here in Paris. In fact, the organization called Mondia du Tatoage is quite a popular thing in the tattoo community of France is hosted and organized by the owner of Tin-Tin Tatouage. This organization gathers and brings together a collection of thousands of tattoo artists all over the world. Many people get inked throughout this assembly. It is remarkably successful and you can simply google about this carnival and book yourself a slot to find the most skilled tattoo artists!

Tin-Tin, the determination behind the Tin-Tin Tatouages and Mondial du Tatouage is regarded to be the “father of the tattoo world” by the Parisians. He also founded the National Union of Tattoo Artists in France, so you understand he is quite a big deal.

Today, Tin-Tin is guided by a club of 8 other tattoo artists at his tattoo studio installed in Pigalle, and as you can imagine, has a surprisingly lengthy waiting list. So make sure you schedule your appointment because the waiting time might be months long! Tin-Tin is appreciated to make exceptionally realistic tattoos as well as animated formulations.

• Shop Name: Tin-Tin Tatouages
• Address: Tin-Tin Tatouages, 37 Rue de Douai, 75009
• Email: [email protected]
• Facebook: Tin-Tin Tatouages
• Instagram: @tin_tin_tatouages_
• Youtube: Tin-Tin Tatouages
• Twitter: @mondialtatouage
• Website: tin-tin-tattoos.com
• Timings: Monday-Saturday 12 pm-8 pm

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7. Stéphane, Sam- Feeling Tattoo Piercing Salon, Bordeaux

The Feeling Tattoo Piercing Salon is the best place for you no matter what kind of body art you need- a small tiny one or a gigantic dragon covering your back. Eca artists at Feeling Tattoo Piercing Salon is specialized in some kind of technique with a unique touch of their own. For example, the artist Stephanie has a love for traditional tattoos while Sam is more leaned towards the new school and new tattoo genres. Oriane, other tattoo artists at Feeling Tattoo Piercing Salon is interested in footwork and whip tattoos. Feeling Tattoo Piercing Salon also offers piercing facilities by Romain, who is the in house piercing specialist.

Although piercing and tattoos and quite a regular phenomenon, the artist at Feeling Tattoo Piercing Salon believe that it is not a benign act and thus the responsibility of piercing through the skin must only be given to a specialist and a professional who are honest and responsible.

Feeling Tattoo Piercing Salon, the artists make sure that the customers go from the studio feeling gratified and a better version of themselves after getting inked.

• Shop Name: Feeling Tattoo Piercing Salon
• Address: Feeling Tattoo Piercing Salon, 13 Rue des Ayres, 33000 Bordeaux, France
• Contact: +33 5 56 52 25 43
• Email: [email protected]
• Facebook: Feeling Tattoo Piercing Salon
• Instagram: @feelingtattoo, @stephtoulza_feelingtattoo @sam_tattooz @romain_lavaud @horiana_tattoo
• Website: feeling-tattoo-piercing.com
• Timings:  Tuesday- Saturday 10 AM- 12 PM, 1 PM – 9 PM

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8. Yahell, Dougy- l’Epicerie Tattoo Galerie, Bordeaux

If you are looking for a fun but responsible experience, you must try out l’Epicerie Tattoo Galerie located in Bordeaux in France. Everything is designed to make the clients feel comfortable and enjoy their tattoo process. The decor is chic and the walls are pasted with artworks done by the artists which will make you feel like you are ins some kind of museum.

Yahell is the mastermind behind l’Epicerie Tattoo Galerie who specializes in neo traditions and engraving tattoo designs. She is known for her dexterous work and amazing use of colors. Dougy is another artist at l’Epicerie Tattoo Galerie and excels at Japanese for of tattoos and old school tattoos. You would definitely wanna visit him if you are looking for well designed and long-lasting inks.

• Shop Name: l’Epicerie Tattoo Galerie
• Address: l’Epicerie Tattoo Galerie, 21 Cours de l’Argonne, 33000 Bordeaux, France
• Contact: +33 5 56 20 73 42
• Email: [email protected]
• Facebook:l’Epicerie Tattoo Galerie
• Instagram: @lepicerietattoo, @dougy_tattoo @leiden.art @_stupidsam
• Timings: Monday-Sunday 11:00 AM – 7 PM

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9. Jeykill, Veenom- Bleu Noir Tattoo, Paris

Bleu Noir, instituted in the 18th arrondissement not far from the metro station Abbesses, survives as an impulse for cultism in the tattoo world of Paris. It is not just a tattoo gallery, but the partners Jeykill and Veenom have made certain that it highlights one of the best designs by tattoo creators all over the world. Thus, a petit exposition while you get yourself tattooed!

Bleu Noir is a different tattoo parlor that is committed to the art of tattooing and was established in 2010 by Jeykill and Veenom, the experienced tattoo artists and segments of the 9eme Concept collective. It is placed right in the heart of the Abbesses and their specialization rests in attempting a mixture of autonomous works, ephemeral establishments, and the habitation of some of their painters or tattoo artists.

The variety of style that the designers have is pretty well represented by the setting of the studio: Minimalistic. The professionals at this salon are also very careful about the variety of designs that the ink. Thus, they encourage their clients to take a look at their website and check out the appropriate styles that they cater to.

• Shop Name: Bleu Noir Tattoo
• Address: Address 1: Blue Noir Tattoo, 25 Rue Durantin, 75018; (Métro Abbesses – Blanche); Address 2: 4 avenue Voltaire, 64200 Biarritz
• Email: [email protected], [email protected]
• Facebook: Bleu Noir
• Instagram: @bleunoirparis, @veenom_bleunoir
• Website: bleunoirtattoo.com
• Timings: Wednesday-Saturday 2 pm-7 pm

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10. Michellhammer and Matthieu- l’Homme Invisible Studio, Bordeaux

l’Homme Invisible studio is perfect for fans of neo vector traditional kind of tattoos and those who are fans of the genre must book an appointment in advance because the artists at l’Homme Invisible studio are almost booked. To make sure that you are having the best kind of results. they use pigments to make your design with a skin break-in technique. Michellhammer and Matthieu have elaborative and unique styles but they have one common goal: to provide outstanding work that will give life to the idea that you got in mind.

• Shop Name: l’Homme Invisible Studio
• Address: l’Homme Invisible Studio, 63 Rue de la Rousselle, 33000 Bordeaux, France
• Facebook:l’Homme Invisible Studio
• Instagram: @matthieuakacrewer
• Timings: Monday – Sunday 11 AM- 8 PM

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