tattoo artist intoronto
You have been scrolling Toronto tattoo parlours, saving screenshots, zooming in on lines that are almost there. You want a piece that feels like art on your skin.
I am Mitch, a tattoo artist working by appointment at 1800 Davenport Rd, Unit 6 in Toronto. My focus is fine line, realism and dark blackwork. One client at a time. No walk-ins.
Not every Toronto tattoo shop works this way
Most searches for “tattoo shops in Toronto Ontario” pull up busy parlours with flash walls and constant traffic. That works for some people.
If you are looking for a slower, more focused session, you might want something different from a typical Toronto tattoo parlor. I keep things simple. Clean space, one artist, one client booked for that block of time.
My hours are Mon–Sat, 12–8. I work out of a professional, inspected space in Toronto, but I do not run a big shop or a salon. You book directly with me and you know exactly who is doing your tattoo.
What I actually do with your idea
You might be looking at tattoo places in Toronto because:
- You want your first tattoo and you are nervous about choosing wrong.
- You already collect tattoos and now you want finer detail or realism.
My work leans into:
- Fine line tattoos. Clean, minimal, high detail.
- Realism. Portraits, objects, nature pieces with depth and shading.
- Dark / blackwork. Solid blacks, contrast and composition.
- Traditional / modern traditional. Bold lines and timeless shapes.
You bring me an idea, reference or story. I build a custom design that fits your body. Composition matters. Flow matters. The piece has to sit right when you move.
I do not do colour pieces. Saying no keeps my work sharp in the styles I care about most.
Why work with one artist instead of a busy Toronto tattoo shop
I have been tattooing for 6 years. I learned at SJ Tattoo Studio in Toronto, watching and asking questions from the artists there, then putting in the hours on the machine.
Now my focus is narrow on purpose. Fine line, realism and blackwork are technical. You see every wobble. I care about consistency more than volume.
When you book with me:
- You get a free 10–15 minute consult, video or in person, before every booking.
- I block the time for you only. No walk-ins pushed in front of you.
- I am honest about what will age well and what will blur out.
Toronto has a lot of good tattoo artists. The reason to choose me is not hype. It is a steady, careful approach to detailed black and grey work, one piece at a time.
What a session with me feels like
On the day of your appointment, we start with placement. I print the stencil, we check it on your skin, and we adjust until the flow feels right.
The space is quiet. No crowd around you. We can talk through the process or keep it calm and focused. Most people feel a steady buzz rather than sharp pain, and I take breaks when you need them.
I clean the area, set up fresh needles and single-use items, and work at a pace that keeps the lines smooth. I am certified in bloodborne pathogens and work in a public health inspected space in Toronto. Safety is not an extra. It is standard.
When we are done, I wrap the piece and go over aftercare in simple steps so healing is as smooth as possible.
Pricing, deposits and how booking works
People searching “tattoo studio Toronto” often want prices up front. Mine are simple.
- Minimum charge: $200.
- Deposits: $100 small, $200 medium, $400 full day.
- Deposits go toward the final price and are refundable with 72 hours’ notice.
- I do not charge HST.
Free touch-ups are included on my own work within one month, booked like a regular appointment.
Rescheduling needs 72 hours’ notice. If you cancel late or do not show, I keep the deposit and you put a new one down to rebook. I do not keep a card on file or charge anything extra without you agreeing.
Everything runs through my booking platform. No DMs needed.
Getting to Mitch Bold Tattoos in Toronto
If you are searching “tattoo shops Toronto” from anywhere in the city, you can get to 1800 Davenport Rd, Unit 6 easily by car, bike or transit. The studio sits in Toronto’s west end, in the Davenport / Carleton Village area.
Because I work strictly by appointment, there is no sitting in a crowded waiting area. Your time is your time.
How this page fits with the rest of my site
This page is for anyone looking at tattoo parlours in Toronto and trying to narrow it down. If you want to see more of my work and how I handle specific styles, you can look through the style pages and concern pages:
- Read about how I think about tattoo aftercare.
- Learn what to expect with tattoo pain.
- Explore my main tattoo styles.
If you are coming from outside Toronto, I also work with clients from places like Mississauga and Brampton who make the trip in for fine line and realism work.
FAQ: Toronto tattoo artist and booking with Mitch
Do you take walk-ins at your Toronto location?
I do not take walk-ins. Every tattoo at Mitch Bold Tattoos in Toronto is by appointment only so I can focus on one client at a time. You can start with a free consult and then lock in your date through the booking platform.
Where exactly are you located in Toronto?
I work by appointment at 1800 Davenport Rd, Unit 6, Toronto, ON M6N 4X3. It is in the Davenport / Carleton Village area of Toronto’s west end. All the details and directions are sent once you book.
What styles do you focus on as a Toronto tattoo artist?
I focus on fine line tattoos, realism, dark blackwork and modern traditional pieces. Clients in Toronto usually come to me for detailed black and grey work rather than colour. You can see examples on my styles page and Instagram.
Do you offer colour tattoos?
I do not offer colour tattoos. My Toronto clients come to me for black and grey fine line, realism and traditional work, and staying focused there keeps the quality high.
How much is the deposit and is it refunded if I cancel?
Deposits are $100 for small pieces, $200 for medium and $400 for a full day. All deposits at Mitch Bold Tattoos in Toronto are applied to your final price and are refundable if you give at least 72 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule.
How do I book a consultation or tattoo with you?
You book online. Pick a consult slot, fill out a short form and I will review your idea. The consult is free and takes about 10–15 minutes. After that you choose your date, pay the deposit and you are set for your Toronto appointment.
When you are ready to stop scrolling Toronto tattoo shops and start planning your piece, I am here to talk it through. Your idea, my craft, one session at a time.
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Free, 10–15 minutes, by video or in person, before anything is booked. Bring a reference or a rough idea and the placement you have in mind. Minimum charge is $200.