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
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.