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The Black Spade Society

A private tattoo studio built on bold design, clean execution, and artist-driven expression.

Featuring Tattoos By Mercedes, Big Al’s Tattoos, Tattoos by C & Tattoos by Kani; all resident artists creating work that lasts beyond the moment.

Independent Studio Official Merch Collections

View the Work

Collection of three tattoos: a detailed eagle and flower tattoo on a person's thigh, a realistic jellyfish and woman's face tattoo on a person's side, and a floral and geometric pattern tattoo on a person's arm.
Comparison of a tattoo on a person's back before and after coloring. The tattoo depicts a serene Buddha with closed eyes, hands in a prayer position, and curly hair, with the background showing floral elements.
Three different tattoos on people's arms and legs, including abstract patterns, a woman's face with a lion, and a Buddha head with flowers and landscape elements.

The Black Spade Society

Walk-ins are occasionally available depending on artist availability. Following the artists on social media is the best way to stay updated on openings and flash days.

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About The Black Spade Society

The Black Spade Society is more than a tattoo space. It is a creative studio rooted in individuality, precision, and atmosphere. Founded by Mercedes, the shop brings together artists with distinct styles under one identity — creating custom work that reflects the person wearing it.

Whether you’re coming in for something deeply personal, visually bold, or clean and timeless, the goal stays the same amongst all the artists: make it meaningful, make it sharp, and make it yours.

Shop the Collection

The Black Spade Society - Left Chest Black Logo Unisex T-Shirt

The Black Spade Society - Left Chest White Logo Unisex T-Shirt

The Black Spade Society - White Left Chest Logo Unisex V-Neck Tee

The Black Spade Society - Black Left Chest Logo Unisex V-Neck Tee

The Black Spade Society - Left Chest White Logo, Women's Cotton Tee

The Black Spade Society - Black Logo Logo Left Chest, Women's Cotton Tee

The Black Spade Society - Embroidered White Spade Logo Unisex Polo

The Black Spade Society - Embroidered Black Spade Logo Unisex Polo

The Black Spade Society - Black Lettering Classic Dad Cap

The Black Spade Society - White Lettering Classic Dad Cap

The Black Spade Society - Left Chest Logo Black Spade Hoodie

The Black Spade Society - Left Chest White Spades Hoodie

Support The Artists

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Supporting independent artists helps keep the culture alive.
Purchasing merchandise from The Black Spade Society directly supports the artists behind the work and helps fund new designs, artwork, and creative projects.

Follow The Resident Artists

Tattoos by Mercedes

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Tattoos by C

Tattoo artist drawing on a person's ankle in a tattoo studio.

Big Al’s Tattoos

A woman getting a tattoo on her upper arm from a tattoo artist in a tattoo parlor.

Tattoos by Kani

Close-up of a person with numerous tattoos and piercings, wearing a black glove, holding a tattoo machine, with their head tilted downward, surrounded by a dark, tattooed environment.