Famous body artists can earn up to $500 per hour, or more. But most work in studios where clients pay around $150 per hour, and the number of daily visitors can range from zero to a line out the door.
Similarly one may ask, how much do the best tattoo artists charge per hour?
Tattoo artists
| Artist & Experience | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|
| Famous Artist | $200 – $500 |
Just so, how much does a tattoo artist pay the shop?
In talking to tattoo artists in the US, we have heard that most pay their shops a percentage of their revenue and that the rate is typically between 40% and 50%. So, for example, if an artist does a $500 tattoo, she might give her shop $250 and keep just $250 for herself.
Who is the highest paid tattoo artist?
Don Ed Hardy
Who is the richest tattoo artist?
The Top 10 Richest Tattoo Artists
- 1 Scott Campbell – $1,000 for first hour/$200 every succeeding.
- 2 Ami James – $500 per hour. …
- 3 Anil Gupta – $450 per hour. …
- 4 Paul Booth – $300 per hour. …
- 5 Kat von D – $200 + per hour. …
- 6 Stephanie Tamez – $200 per hour. …
- 7 Brandon Bond – $200 per hour. …
- 8 Dave Tedder – $150 per hour. …
Is 200 an hour too much for a tattoo?
It all depends on the artist. $150/hr is average shop rate here, but locally I go to an artist who charges $200/hr and she is worth it. My side-piece from her was about 24 hours.
Are flash tattoos cheaper?
Flash tattoos are easy to draw and can be completed in one sitting. If you can’t think of a specific idea but are itching to get some new ink, this might be the way to go. They’re also usually less expensive because it takes less time and effort from your tattoo artist.
Do you tip a tattoo artist?
The best rule of thumb you can follow is to tip at least 20 percent of the total cost of your service, and tip even more for custom, intricate designs. It’s the human thing to do.
