Mara Voss
Fine Line & Botanical
Lead artist and co-founder. 12 years of delicate, single-needle work.
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Est. 2014 · Chicago
Ink & Iron Tattoo
Custom tattoos, crafted to last a lifetime.
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About the studio
Where your story becomes ink
Founded in 2014, Ink & Iron is a private, appointment-only studio in the heart of the Arts District. Our award-winning artists specialize in custom work — from fine-line botanicals to full-color sleeves. Every piece starts with a one-on-one consultation, because your tattoo should be as unique as you are. Licensed, sterile, and obsessively detail-driven.
- 10+
- Years open
- 4
- Resident artists
- 5,000+
- Tattoos done
Services & pricing
Transparent, by size & style
Final quotes are confirmed at your consultation based on detail and placement.
Small
Up to 3" — fine line, lettering, minimal symbols
- Color
- $150
- B&G
- $120
- Flash
- $90
Medium
3–6" — palm-sized pieces, ornamental work
- Color
- $320
- B&G
- $260
- Flash
- $180
Large
6–10" — half-back, thigh, detailed portraits
- Color
- $650
- B&G
- $520
- Flash
- $380
Sleeve
Full or half sleeve — multi-session project
- Color
- from $1,800
- B&G
- from $1,400
- Flash
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Hourly rate $160/hr for custom multi-session work. A non-refundable deposit applies to every booking and is credited toward your final session.
Portfolio
Recent work
Botanical Forearm
Fine Line
Koi Half-Sleeve
Color
Wolf Portrait
Realism
Anchor & Rose
Traditional
Mountain Range
Black & Grey
Geometric Lion
Black & Grey
Watercolor Hummingbird
Color
Script & Swallows
Traditional
The artists
Meet the crew
Diego Salas
Color Realism
Award-winning color realism and large-scale sleeves. Featured in Tattoo Life.
Instagram ↗Rina Okafor
Traditional & Flash
Bold lines, classic Americana, and a wall full of original flash.
Instagram ↗Sam Whitlock
Black & Grey / Geometric
Precision geometry, dotwork, and blackwork. Guest-spots worldwide.
Instagram ↗Reviews
What clients say
“Mara turned my rough idea into the most beautiful botanical piece. The studio is spotless and the consultation made me feel completely at ease.”
“Diego's color work is unreal. Three sessions on my sleeve and every one was worth it. Healed perfectly thanks to the aftercare instructions.”
“Booked a flash piece with Rina on a Saturday — fast, friendly, and the line work is razor sharp. Already planning my next one.”
“Great geometric blackwork from Sam. Wait time for an appointment was a few weeks, but the result speaks for itself.”
FAQ
Good to know
Do I need to be 18+ to get tattooed?
Yes. You must be 18 or older and present a valid government-issued photo ID at your appointment. We do not tattoo minors, even with parental consent.
How does the deposit work?
A non-refundable deposit is required to secure every booking. It is credited toward the final cost of your tattoo. Deposits range from $50 for small pieces to $200 for sleeves and large multi-session projects.
What's the aftercare process?
You'll leave with detailed written aftercare instructions. Keep the bandage on for the recommended time, wash gently with fragrance-free soap, apply a thin layer of healing balm, and avoid sun, pools, and scratching for 2–3 weeks. We're always available for follow-up questions.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require at least 48 hours' notice to reschedule. Cancellations with less than 48 hours' notice, or no-shows, forfeit the deposit. You may reschedule once with your existing deposit if you give adequate notice.
Do you do walk-ins?
We are primarily appointment-only, but we hold limited flash walk-in slots on Fridays and Saturdays. Follow us on Instagram for flash-day announcements.
Can I bring my own design?
Absolutely. Bring reference images to your consultation and your artist will work with you to adapt it into a custom, tattoo-ready design.
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 20:00
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 20:00
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 20:00
- Friday
- 11:00 – 21:00
- Saturday
- 11:00 – 21:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 18:00