What styles does Cary Street Tattoo specialize in?

Cary Street Tattoo specializes in Neo-Traditional and Realism.

How many tattoo artists work at Cary Street Tattoo?

Cary Street Tattoo has 2 tattoo artists on their team, with 19 published, tagged photos in the catalog.

How do I book with Cary Street Tattoo?

Cary Street Tattoo — message us on Instagram to book.

What does Cary Street Tattoo charge?

See the Estimated Price Range above for tiers by size. This is confirmed by the studio.

Where is Cary Street Tattoo located?

Cary Street Tattoo is located at 6 West Cary Street.

What happens to my deposit if I reschedule, cancel or I’m late?

Most studios keep the deposit if you cancel or don’t show up, but let you move it to a new date if you reschedule with enough notice (often 48–72 hours); arriving very late can count as a cancellation. Cary Street Tattoo hasn’t published its own rules on TatSeek yet — call +1 804-308-2563 or message them to confirm before you pay.

When will I see my design, and can I change it?

It varies: some artists send the design a few days before, many show it on the day and adjust it with you before the stencil goes on. You can always ask for changes before anything touches your skin.

Is a touch-up included?

Cary Street Tattoo: Free if needed.

Is the studio licensed, and how do they keep things sterile?

Cary Street Tattoo hasn’t listed licence or hygiene details on TatSeek. That doesn’t mean anything is wrong — ask about their licence, single-use needles and sterilisation; a good studio answers happily.

Do I need ID? What is the minimum age?

Cary Street Tattoo: Adults with photo ID; minors only with a parent’s consent and ID.

How do I pay, and should I tip?

Ask whether they take cards or cash only. Where tipping is customary (as in the US), 15–20% is typical; elsewhere it’s optional.

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What to include in your first message

What the artist needs from you

Your idea in one line + 2–3 reference images more →
Placement and rough size in centimetres more →
Colour or black & grey more →
Your budget range more →
Dates you’re free; OK with more than one session? more →
Cover-up? Add a clear photo of the old tattoo more →

What to ask them

Deposit — how much, does it come off the price, what if I reschedule? more →
When will I see the design, and can I ask for changes? more →
How long is the wait for an appointment? more →
Is a touch-up included? more →

Known for Cary Street Tattoo: Deposit: not listed · Touch-up: Free if needed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — call +1 804-308-2563 to confirm.

Cary Street Tattoo

Name: Cary Street Tattoo
Address: 6 West Cary Street, Richmond, VA, US
Telephone: +1 804-308-2563
Price range: $150-$300

📍Richmond, VA 🇺🇸 United States

Cary Street Tattoo is an appointment-only custom tattoo studio in downtown Richmond, Virginia, billing itself as "fine art for the working class." Owner David Zobel tattoos in neo-traditional, illustrative, and color realism styles, alongside resident artist Jordan Jones, who specializes in black-and-grey realism.

Speaks: 🇬🇧 English

Owner: David Zobel

Specializes in: 🌹 Neo-Traditional (14)🖼️ Realism (4)ⓘBased on recurring characteristics across tattoos in this profile. These are portfolio-derived insights, not self-reported specialties.

Top subject groups: 🧍 People (6)🌿 Nature & Plants (6)🎮 Pop Culture (4)🔱 Symbols & Objects (3)✨ Celestial (2)🐾 Animals (2)ⓘBased on the subjects tagged across tattoos in this profile.

Estimated hourly rate: $100/hour

Estimated Price Range

✅ Verified Sep 2026 — from carystreettattoo.com

Small & Simple Small symbols, lettering, or simple line work — roughly 2–10 cm, about 1 hour: $60–150
Medium (Typical tattoo) More detailed custom design with shading — roughly 10–20 cm, about 2–3 hours: $150–300
Large & Complex Larger, highly detailed piece — roughly 20–30 cm, about 4–8 hours, 1–2 sessions: $350–750
Very Large / Sleeve Half sleeve, back piece, large-scale work — 30+ cm, roughly 10–25+ hours, 3+ sessions: $800–1800+

These are estimated ranges — for an exact quote, message us on Instagram or call +1 804-308-2563.

Before you book

Consultation: Free
Touch-ups: Free if needed
ID & age: Adults with photo ID; minors only with a parent’s consent and ID
Not listed — ask the studio: Deposit · Deposit off final price · Rescheduling · If you cancel · Late arrival · Design preview · Shop minimum · Typical wait
Safety & hygiene: Not listed — that doesn’t mean unsafe; ask about licence, single-use needles and sterilisation.

From the studio’s website, checked by TatSeek · updated Sep 2026. Rules can change — confirm with the studio before paying a deposit. How booking works →

About Cary Street Tattoo

What styles does Cary Street Tattoo specialize in?: Cary Street Tattoo specializes in Neo-Traditional and Realism.
How many tattoo artists work at Cary Street Tattoo?: Cary Street Tattoo has 2 tattoo artists on their team, with 19 published, tagged photos in the catalog.
How do I book with Cary Street Tattoo?: Cary Street Tattoo — message us on Instagram to book.
What does Cary Street Tattoo charge?: See the Estimated Price Range above for tiers by size. This is confirmed by the studio.
Where is Cary Street Tattoo located?: Cary Street Tattoo is located at 6 West Cary Street. View on Google Maps →
What happens to my deposit if I reschedule, cancel or I’m late?: Most studios keep the deposit if you cancel or don’t show up, but let you move it to a new date if you reschedule with enough notice (often 48–72 hours); arriving very late can count as a cancellation. Cary Street Tattoo hasn’t published its own rules on TatSeek yet — call +1 804-308-2563 or message them to confirm before you pay. How deposits usually work →
Is the consultation free?: Cary Street Tattoo: Free. What happens at a consultation →
When will I see my design, and can I change it?: It varies: some artists send the design a few days before, many show it on the day and adjust it with you before the stencil goes on. You can always ask for changes before anything touches your skin. Design, flash and revisions →
Is a touch-up included?: Cary Street Tattoo: Free if needed. Touch-ups explained →
Is the studio licensed, and how do they keep things sterile?: Cary Street Tattoo hasn’t listed licence or hygiene details on TatSeek. That doesn’t mean anything is wrong — ask about their licence, single-use needles and sterilisation; a good studio answers happily. What a clean studio looks like →
Do I need ID? What is the minimum age?: Cary Street Tattoo: Adults with photo ID; minors only with a parent’s consent and ID. Age and ID →
How do I pay, and should I tip?: Ask whether they take cards or cash only. Where tipping is customary (as in the US), 15–20% is typical; elsewhere it’s optional. Tipping and etiquette →