Tattoos by Shalynn Doan

Tattoos by Shalynn Doan is a custom tattoo studio based in Brookings, Oregon. Every new tattoo begins with a required consultation, offered either by phone for straightforward subject matter and placement or in person for more complex ideas, and both options are free and non-obligatory. Appointments are taken Wednesday through Saturday, and clients can expect the booking schedule to run one to four months out depending on the time of year, reflecting a considered, appointment-only approach to custom tattoo work.

The studio is selective about the work it takes on, with clearly defined boundaries on subject matter: script and lettering, mandala and geometric designs, symbols, cuff or wraparound-style pieces, and religious imagery are not accepted. Deposits are only collected once an actual tattoo date is booked, keeping the consultation stage low-pressure for anyone still shaping their idea. This structured, consultation-first process reflects a studio built around thoughtful planning and personalized placement rather than walk-in work, serving clients throughout Brookings and the surrounding Oregon coast.