Old School Tattoo Artists in Los Angeles, El Monte, Long Beach, Orange & Berkeley
Sailor-era flash: heavy black, red and yellow, and iconic imagery — swallows, daggers, roses, anchors and panthers.
Baron Art has 5 studios in Los Angeles, El Monte, Long Beach, Orange and Berkeley. 8 artists on the roster list old school, across 5 of them.
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Old School tattoo artists at Baron Art
Looking for an old school tattoo artist near you? Every studio's old school artists are listed by studio below.
Studios
Where to get an old school tattoo
- Baron Art Los Angeles
818 E 3rd St Ste B, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Old School tattoo artists in Los Angeles
4 old school artists at our Los Angeles studio. See them
- Baron Art El Monte
3944 N Peck Rd Ste B5, El Monte, CA 91732
Old School tattoo artists in El Monte
2 old school artists at our El Monte studio. See them
- Baron Art Long Beach
1364 W Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90810
Old School tattoo artists in Long Beach
5 old school artists at our Long Beach studio. See them
- Baron Art Orange
4501 E Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92869
Old School tattoo artists in Orange
1 old school artist at our Orange studio. See the artist
- Baron Art Berkeley
2021 Shattuck Ave #A, Berkeley, CA 94704
Old School tattoo artists in Berkeley
1 old school artist at our Berkeley studio. See the artist
Old School tattoo FAQ
What is the difference between old school and traditional?
Old school is the classic mid-century look — a smaller palette and simpler shapes — while traditional includes neo-traditional and modern variations. Both share the bold outline.
Can old school designs be customized?
Yes — most artists will adapt a classic motif with your own banner text, colors or details. Say what you want changed in your request.
How do I book an old school tattoo?
Send a custom tattoo request with your idea, placement, size and reference images. The artist reviews it and replies with a quote and available dates before anything is booked.
Where can I get an old school tattoo near me?
Baron Art has 5 studios in Los Angeles, El Monte, Long Beach, Orange & Berkeley. 8 artists on the roster list old school, working out of Los Angeles, El Monte, Long Beach, Orange & Berkeley. Each studio page lists its address, hours and full tattoo roster.
Do I need an appointment for an old school tattoo?
Not always. Every Baron Art studio — Los Angeles, El Monte, Long Beach, Orange & Berkeley — takes appointments and walk-ins, and walk-ins are seen whenever an artist has an opening. For a specific old school artist or a larger piece, book ahead: pick a flash design or send a custom tattoo request, and the artist replies with a quote and available dates before anything is booked.
How do I choose an old school tattoo artist?
Start with the old school roster on this page: 8 artists across Los Angeles, El Monte, Long Beach, Orange & Berkeley, listed by studio. Open a profile to see the artist's portfolio and which studio they work from, filter by studio if you need one city, then send your idea to that artist.