What to Expect

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an appointment

how to book

Arrive on time with your valid form of identification, including a picture and birthday. Make sure to get plenty of rest, eat a healthy meal beforehand and hydrate! Tattoos are forever, ensure you are substance free upon arrival. Be prepared to fill out a Release Form at this time. Take your time reading and sign.

After you hit submit, that request lands in the artist's inbox. From there they will navigate the next steps to take. You can exchange ideas, confirm placement, and schedule a time for your tattoo.

Once you find your artist's page, locate the button that says 'Submit Request' and then do your best. The more information you provide, the better! This let's your artist gather all the information to do what they do best or point you in the direction of the artist they think could tattoo your next dream piece.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you accept walk-in tattoos?

We do not accept walk-in tattoos.

MEET OUR ARTISTS

Do you offer piercings?

Piercings are not a part of offerings.

where do I park?

Ritual Residue is located in front of a very spacious parking lot.

Do I need to make an appointment?

Yep! Once you find your favorite artist, you'll submit a tattoo request form and then communication about solidifying an appointment time and date can begin.

MEET OUR ARTISTS

"I honestly cannot recommend them enough!"

  "Nevada and Carlos have created a perfect little safe space in their new shop, Ritual Residue. My tattoos from Nevada are GORGEOUS, I have always felt so welcomed and comfortable in their shop, and being tattooed in this space has been my best tattooing experience."

-Allyson Boyd

"I couldn't ask for a better artist nor a more comfortable environment, and can't recommend them highly enough!"

"I feel so lucky to have found Johnny and Ritual Residue. I am an anxious person, and have to drive quite a distance to get to the shop, so I was a nervous wreck by the time I reached my first appointment. I was immediately put at ease, however. Johnny is kind, patient, and calm, and the whole shop is warm and welcoming to everyone who walks in. I love it there. Not to mention that Johnny's work is simply on another level, which is the reason I was willing to make the long drive in the first place. His color work and cover-up skills are incredible."

- Rachel R.

"I will never get a tattoo anywhere else—"

  "Ritual Residue is the best tattoo space in Indianapolis. My wife and I have been seeing Nevada for over 7 years, and the work she does is unmatched. I love being stopped in public and asked if my tattoo is Nevada’s work. Their shop, Ritual Residue, is the most inclusive and kind tattoo shop I have ever been too. They’re incredibly clean, and the space celebrates queer people. You feel Carlos, Kasey, Johnny, and Nevada’s warmth the moment you step in. Their business is human-centered & neurodivergent affirming, and I cannot wait to keep having my body covered in their works of art."

-Brit H.

"This was only my 2nd handpoked tattoo and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone."

“I really enjoyed the whole process of getting tattooed by Sarah; from bouncing my (perhaps slightly unhinged) idea off of her to the day of the tattoo her communication was great and made for a wonderful experience. While my tattoo did, in fact, hurt - it was considerably less than I anticipated given the spot’s reputation. This was only my 2nd handpoked tattoo and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone. I’ve also been tattooed by Nevada and Carlos and would go back to them or anyone else at Ritual Residue in a heartbeat!”

"Carlos made the experience so inviting and exciting for all of us."

"Such a wonderful and safe space for all of your tattoo needs! Carlos made the experience so inviting and exciting for all of us. Him and Nevada are not only running a wonderful and caring business, but a safe space for people of all backgrounds ✨ 10/10 would recommend and WILL be going back!"

- Ami Wooten