Proton Tattoo offers DeKalb a dedicated space for quality tattooing, where skilled artists bring a thoughtful approach to every piece that walks through the door. The studio carries the kind of focused energy you'd expect from a shop that takes the craft seriously — clean, professional, and welcoming to first-timers and collectors alike. Styles like bold American traditional, intricate blackwork, and detailed fine line work all find a natural home here, giving clients a solid range of directions to explore when building their next piece.
DeKalb sits in the heart of northern Illinois, a college town shaped by Northern Illinois University's steady creative pulse and a population that blends students, longtime locals, and working-class Midwest sensibility. That mix tends to produce a clientele with genuine curiosity about body art — people looking for meaningful work rather than impulse decisions. Getting tattooed here feels grounded, unhurried, and connected to a community that values authenticity over flash.
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| Sunday | Closed |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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Evie Golomb
Fine line · Realistic
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