The word tattoo is said to has two major derivations- from the polynesian word ‘ta’ which means striking something and the tahitian word ‘tatau’ which means ‘to mark something’.

the history of tattoo began over 5000 years ago and is as diverse as the people who wear them.

tattoos are created by inserting colored materials beneath the skins surface. the first tattoos probably were created by accident. someone had a small wound, and rubbed it with a hand that was dirty with soot and ashes from the fire. once the wound had healed, they saw that a mark stayed permanently.

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We Are Located At:

2924 Wood Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(Wood Avenue @ Fillmore Street)

(719) 632-6141

Open Monday thru Saturday from 10:00 am until 9:00 pm
Sunday 12pm-8pm

(Other hours may be available by appointment. Please call the studio for more information)

Established in 1978, Pikes Peak Tattoo & Piercing® has been at its present location on Wood Avenue since July of 2000

Our studio has thousands of designs to give you ideas and we encourage you to bring in your own ideas so we can create a custom tattoo just for you.

We offer all styles of Professional Tattooing.

We carry an extensive selection of body jewelry to include: Implant Quality Surgical Stainless Steel, Niobium, Titanium, Acrylic, Pyrex Glass and 14K Gold.

This studio is easy to find and offers a clean, relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. To find out more about our artists please click on the navigation bar to the left.

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