Tattoo Questions, Answered

The real questions people ask before getting a tattoo — answered straight, no fluff. If yours isn't here, call or text (417) 386-0216.

Is Show-Me Ink free?

Yes. Matching is free for clients — always. Artists pay to be part of our network, but you'll never pay us a dime to get matched.

How does Show-Me Ink work?

You tell us about the tattoo you want — the style, size, placement, and budget. Then David, a real working tattoo artist, personally matches you with a vetted local artist who's actually good at your style. You get an upfront price before you commit to anything.

What cities do you serve?

We serve Springfield, Nixa, Ozark, Branson, and the surrounding Southwest Missouri towns. If you're close by and aren't sure we cover your town, just ask — chances are we do.

How is this different from walking into a tattoo shop?

When you walk into a random shop, you're guessing: which artist is good at your style, who's fair on price, who's just trying to move tourists through the chair. With Show-Me Ink there's no guessing — you're matched by a working artist who knows who's actually good, and you get your price upfront.

Do you match piercings too?

Not yet. Right now we match tattoo clients only — that's our specialty and where our vetting is strongest. Piercing matching is on the roadmap as we grow, so stay tuned.

How do I start?

Fill out the Find Your Tattoo Artist form and tell us what you're thinking — or just call or text (417) 386-0216. Either way you'll hear back from a real person, not a bot.