Inkthefuckup is a bold, no-nonsense tattoo studio on Garfield Street that brings serious craft to a working-class neighborhood. The shop carries an energy that's direct and unpretentious — exactly what clients looking for quality ink without pretense tend to appreciate. Styles that feel right at home here include traditional American, blackwork, and gritty illustrative work, all executed with the kind of precision that keeps a loyal local following coming back. Walk in and expect a shop that takes the art seriously, even if the name signals they don't take themselves too seriously.
Parkland sits just south of Tacoma, a tight-knit Pierce County community with deep ties to Joint Base Lewis-McChord. That military presence shapes the clientele in meaningful ways — people who want meaningful, lasting ink and aren't shy about committing to something bold. The Pacific Northwest's broader tattoo culture, rich and well-established, flows naturally into this corner of Washington, giving the studio a strong regional foundation to build on.
Locate Inkthefuckup At 405 Garfield Street
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
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| Monday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
Local Artist
Josephine Pakootas
Micro-realism · Tribal
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