Lucky Cat Tattoo, San Diego
Lucky Cat Tattoo is a woman, queer, POC and AAPI owned North Park studio co-owned by Kristine Tran, Emily Paul and Lauren Skinker, with resident artist Ceb. The shop lists cute, animation, traditional and black and grey realism styles, and accepts bookings by phone or email.
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YOUR CONCEPT. THEIR CRAFT.Booking, contact and walk-in availability
To start a project, contact the shop by phone at (619) 230-5274 or email luckycatsandiego@gmail.com; each artist has a preferred booking route described on their bios. The studio operates by appointment Tuesday through Sunday, while official walk-in hours are Wednesdays and Fridays from 12-5, with other walk-ins accepted subject to availability.
Price range, payment methods and guest artists
The shop minimum is listed between $100 and $120 and actual pricing varies by size, detail and placement. Cash is preferred but the team also accepts Venmo, PayPal and some artists accept card readers or Zelle. The shop hosts guest artists and its guest program offers an 80/20 split for visiting artists.
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2936 Lincoln Ave, San Diego, CA 92104Confirm the address and availability directly before traveling. The map uses supplied directory coordinates; a pin does not verify a shop’s current operating status.
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Do you accept walk-in appointments?
Yes. Official walk-in hours are Wednesdays and Fridays from 12-5, and other walk-ins may be accepted depending on availability.
What is the shop minimum price?
The shop minimum is between $100 and $120, with final pricing dependent on size, detail and placement.
How can I book with a specific artist?
Contact the shop by phone or email and check individual artist bios to follow each artist’s preferred booking method.
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